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Nick Richards joins Miami Heat after league-wide free agency search

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 2:37 AM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Nick Richards joins Miami Heat after league-wide free agency search

Summary

The Miami Heat signed veteran center Nick Richards to a non-guaranteed deal following the team's pursuit of Klay Thompson. Richards, a six-year NBA veteran, stated he chose the organization due to its emphasis on physical play and role-based contributions. The big man expressed frustration regarding his time on the open market, noting that he felt overlooked by other teams throughout free agency. Richards spent his first five seasons with the Charlotte Hornets before stints with the Phoenix Suns and the Chicago Bulls. His new contract with the Heat is valued at $2.4 million and will not be fully guaranteed until the opening night of the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Nick Richards signed a $2.4 million non-guaranteed deal with the Miami Heat.
•The veteran center previously played for the Charlotte Hornets, Phoenix Suns, and Chicago Bulls.
•Richards averaged 9.4 points and 7.6 rebounds during his time with the Bulls last season.
•The contract status remains non-guaranteed until the NBA opening night.

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2:37 AMYahoo Sports — 6-Year NBA Vet Addresses Motivation Behind Miami Heat Move

What they're saying

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The Miami Heat were linked to the veteran center Nick Richards for quite some time. At last, the Heat finished their pursuit of Klay Thompson and didn’t waste too much time adding Richards to the team on a low-risk deal where he has to prove himself. On Tuesday, September 1, Richards made sure to let […] The post 6-Year NBA Vet Addresses Motivation Behind Miami Heat Move appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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