Golden State Warriors guard Will Richard has a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb, sidelining him for an undetermined stretch. The Warriors listed him on the injury report Sunday, and he missed Monday's game against New Orleans at Chase Center. There was no immediate timetable or treatment plan, as Golden State had no practice or media availability that day.
Richard has been key as both starter and reserve, averaging 5.1 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.0 assists over seven straight wins since an 0-3 start. He made two starts last week against Phoenix and Miami. Stephen Curry praised Richard's defensive energy: 'He's just been a pest out there.' The 23-year-old was drafted second-round from Florida after leading them to a national championship.
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