Richards finished with nine points (4-7 FG, 1-3 FT), three boards, one assist, one steal and two turnovers across 19 minutes during Friday's 103-81 win over the Lakers.

EDGE Analysis

Richards served as Oso Ighodaro's backup in Phoenix's preseason opener, but it'll be tough for him to find meaningful minutes when Mark Williams (rest) is active. He's not a guy we'd recommend drafting in most settings.

Richards (elbow) is out for Sunday's game against the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Richards will end the season on the sidelines and will miss a third straight contest Sunday. The big man was the starting center for the Suns ever since he was acquired from the Hornets midway through the campaign. In 36 appearances (34 starts) with the Suns, Richards averaged 9.5 points, 8.6 rebounds and 0.8 blocks per game. Oso Ighodaro and Mason Plumlee will likely shoulder the workload at center in Sunday's matchup against the Kings.

Richards (elbow) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

Richards will miss his second straight game while he deals with inflammation in his right elbow. Oso Ighodaro and Mason Plumlee will likely shoulder the workload at center due to Richards being sidelined. The big man's last chance to play during the regular season will come Sunday against the Kings.

Richards (elbow) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

Richards won't be available for the Suns on Wednesday against Oklahoma City due to an elbow issue. Phoenix will likely turn to Oso Ighodaro and Mason Plumlee to shoulder the load in the frontcourt.

Richards (elbow) is available for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Richards will shake off a probable tag Tuesday due to right elbow soreness. Over his last five outings (four starts), the big man has averaged 6.2 points and 5.8 rebounds across 22.2 minutes per contest.

Richards (elbow) is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Richards is expected to play on the front end of the club's back-to-back set while he deals with right elbow soreness. The 27-year-old big man has averaged 6.2 points and 5.8 rebounds across 22.2 minutes per game in his last five outings (four starts).

Richards will be in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

After coming off the bench in Friday's loss to the Celtics, Richards will return to the starting lineup for Phoenix on Sunday in New York. In 41 games as a starter this season, the Kentucky product has averaged 10.0 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game while shooting 60.0 percent from the field.

Richards won't start Friday's game against the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

In the midst of a four-game losing streak, the Suns are opting to start Oso Ighodaro at center, sending Richards to the bench for the first time since Jan. 18. As a reserve this season (13 games), Richards has averaged 8.2 points, 5.9 rebounds and 0.8 blocks in 17.2 minutes per game.

Richards closed with 13 points (4-8 FG, 5-6 FT), 11 rebounds and one assist over 30 minutes during Tuesday's 133-123 loss to the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

Richards was an efficient two-way presence for the Suns and posted his second double-double across his last five starts. He's not expected to be among the go-to options on offense in a roster that features other high-scoring alternatives, but Richards has a solid floor as the starter at center for the Suns. He's averaging 10.8 points, 7.9 rebounds and 0.6 blocks per game in 19 starts since the All-Star break.

Richards (calf) is available for Monday's game against the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

Richards will return to game action after missing Friday's win over the Cavaliers due to right calf tightness. The big man has made eight appearances in March, during which he has averaged 12.6 points, 7.5 rebounds and 0.9 blocks across 21.5 minutes per game.