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Will Richard

William Richard is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Golden State Warriors in the NBA. He was drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies in 2025 as the 56th overall pick. Prior to his NBA career, Richard played college basketball for both the Belmont Bruins and the Florida Gators, developing his skills and showcasing his talent at the collegiate level before transitioning to professional play.


December 24, 2002: William Richard's Birth

On December 24, 2002, William Richard was born. He would later become an American professional basketball player.

2020: Draft rights to Justinian Jessup

In 2020, the draft rights to Justinian Jessup were part of the trade that sent Richard to the Golden State Warriors.

2021: Ohio Valley Conference Honors

In 2021, as a freshman, William Richard averaged 12.1 points and six rebounds per game and earned Ohio Valley Conference all-newcomer team honors.

2022: Transfer to Florida Gators

In 2022, Richard transferred to play for the Florida Gators.

2022: National Invitation Tournament

In 2022, during the first round of the National Invitation Tournament, Richard scored 22 points and grabbed eight rebounds in a loss to Vanderbilt.

2023: First season as a Gator

In 2023, William Richard made 30 starts out of 32 games played, averaging 10.4 points and 4.5 rebounds during his first season as a Gator.

February 24, 2024: Win over Vanderbilt

On February 24, 2024, Richard scored 21 points and made five three-pointers in a win over Vanderbilt.

December 29, 2024: Win over Stetson

On December 29, 2024, Richard accumulated 26 points, five rebounds, two steals, and two assists in a win over Stetson.

February 25, 2025: Loss to Georgia

On February 25, 2025, Richard scored 30 points in a loss to Georgia.

June 25, 2025: NBA Draft and Trade to Warriors

On June 25, 2025, Richard was drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies as the 56th overall pick and subsequently traded to the Golden State Warriors.

September 29, 2025: Signs first contract with Warriors

On September 29, 2025, Richard signed his first contract with the Warriors.

2025: Drafted by Memphis Grizzlies

In 2025, William Richard was drafted by the Memphis Grizzlies with the 56th pick in the second round of the 2025 NBA draft.

2032: 2032 Protected Second-Round Pick

In 2032, a protected second-round pick was part of the trade that sent Richard to the Golden State Warriors.