The Suns have agreed to trade Josh Okogie and three second-round picks for Hornets center Nick Richards, reports John Gambadoro.

The Charlotte Hornets have traded center Nick Richards and one second-round pick to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Josh Okogie and three second-round

Nick Richards is no longer with the Charlotte Hornets. The 27-year-old big man had been the center of countless mock trades and rumors, and the Hornets unoffici

The Phoenix Suns officially traded forward Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets for backup center Nick Richards and a second-round pick, per ESPN NBA Insider Shams Charania.

The 27-year-old Richards, who is averaging 8.9 points and 7.5 rebounds per game this season, could be the Suns' new starting center.

There was some belief Richards the Suns just snagged their new starting center, and Arizona Sports' John Gambadoro says Richards will indeed be inserted into the lineup when ready. ESPN's Shams Charania also is reporting the same thing.

The Phoenix Suns have acquired center Nick Richards, as well as a second-round pick, for Josh Okogie and three seconds, finally solving a substantial need for big man depth. Richards, who's averaging 8.

The Suns recorded their fourth win in five games but one decision must be made to enhance that superb run of form

Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer explained before Thursday's game the significance of trading for Nick Richards.

The Phoenix Suns (19-20) play the second of their five-game road trip at the Washington Wizards (6-32) on Thursday.

The Phoenix Suns have acquired Nick Richards from the Charlotte Hornets. The move leaves one member of the team in a significantly worse position.