Warriors' Will Richard exits Lakers clash with ankle injury

The rookie suffered the injury in the first half of Saturday's game.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 2:55am

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Will Richard, a rookie forward for the Golden State Warriors, suffered an ankle injury during the first half of his team's game against the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night. The Warriors confirmed the injury, stating that Richard would miss the remainder of the game.

Why it matters

Richard has been a valuable two-way player for the Warriors in his rookie season, earning the trust of head coach Steve Kerr. Any significant injury could impact the team's rotation and depth as they push for a playoff spot.

The details

Richard was injured just five minutes into the game against the Lakers. He finished his night with four points, one rebound, and one block before having to leave the court. The Warriors did not provide any further details on the severity of the ankle injury.

  • The injury occurred in the first half of the Warriors-Lakers game on Saturday, March 1, 2026.

The players

Will Richard

A rookie forward for the Golden State Warriors who has been a reliable two-way player in his first NBA season.

Steve Kerr

The head coach of the Golden State Warriors.

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What’s next

The Warriors will evaluate the severity of Richard's ankle injury and provide an update on his status in the coming days.

The takeaway

Richard's injury is a setback for the Warriors as they try to maintain their position in the Western Conference playoff race. The team will need to rely on its depth to overcome the potential loss of the rookie forward.