NBA Comparison:  Brandon Rush / Damien Lee

Strengths: Richard is a wiry-strong, versatile wing who brings toughness, athleticism, and a complete floor game … Despite measuring just 6’3.25” barefoot, he plays significantly bigger thanks to a 6’9.75” wingspan and excellent 8’7” standing reach … Very good measurements for a wing that help him both contest shots and get his own off in tight space … He’s not overly strong or physical but has a solid frame and competes with good energy and effort … Uses his length effectively on the defensive end, guarding multiple positions and creating turnovers … Averaged 1.7 steals per game as a senior … Excellent in transition … Long strides and vertical athleticism allow him to finish with authority on the break … Solid off-ball mover and cutter … Makes smart reads and finds gaps in the defense … Capable of handling the ball in secondary actions … Showed a strong feel in the pick-and-roll when called upon … Can hit jumpers off handoffs and movement … Shot 35.9% from deep on 5.6 attempts per game in 2024–25 … A sign of legitimate spot-up ability … Gathers quickly and has good form on his shot … Long arms allow him to shoot over contests and release efficiently in tight windows … Improved his perimeter shooting each year, going from 32.6% at Belmont to 36.3% over three seasons at Florida … Has the ideal mindset to be a complementary piece and connector … Career 1.5 assists per game but a better passer than the numbers suggest … Shows unselfishness, moves the ball, and helps keep the offense flowing … Showed real poise and leadership in big moments … Hit clutch shots and served as an emotional spark for Florida during their NCAA Tournament run … His blend of IQ, length, shooting, and defensive effort gives him a clear pathway to NBA minutes in the right situation … Does a lot of little things that contribute to winning.

Weaknesses: Richard is undersized for a wing at 6’3.25” barefoot,and just 210 lbs,  though he has the aforementioned length … May face challenges guarding taller / stronger opponents and contesting shots … Offensively, he doesn’t create consistent separation off the dribble … More of a straight-line driver than a shifty ball-handler … Lacks advanced creation skills and is most effective playing off others rather than initiating offense … Despite playing four years of college basketball, he was never a featured scorer or go-to option … Averaged just 13.3 points per game as a senior and 11.0 for his career … Often thrived in a complementary role, which raises questions about his ability to expand his impact at the NBA level … At 22 and a half, he is older than most prospects and may have less room for growth … Though solid across the board, he doesn’t possess a standout elite skill to anchor his value … To succeed at the next level, he’ll need to prove that his shooting and defensive tools can consistently translate against NBA length, speed, and physicality … 26” standing vertical, 32” max vertical somewhat pedestrian, but actually looks more explosive than these numbers …

Outlook: Richard is a tough, mature, and versatile contributor who could carve out a long-term NBA role as a low-usage 3-and-D wing. Though just 6’3.25” barefoot, his 6’9.75” wingspan and 8’7” standing reach allow him to play bigger than his size and match up defensively across multiple positions. He brings energy, physicality, and the ability to knock down open shots, particularly off movement, which fits well in modern NBA systems. His poise and leadership were on display during Florida’s NCAA Tournament run, where he delivered in key moments and elevated his teammates.  If he continues to improve his shooting consistency and proves he can defend against NBA wings, he has the tools to grow into a dependable role player and long-term contributor …

Notes: Measured 6’3.25” barefoot, 209.8 pounds, with a 6’9.75” wingspan and an 8’7” standing reach at the 2025 NBA Draft Combine … showing excellent length relative to his height and a strong, NBA-ready frame … Also recorded a 26” standing vertical, 32” max vertical, highlighting solid explosiveness and lateral mobility for a wing … Played in 141 career games across four collegiate seasons, including stops at Belmont and Florida, where he was a full-time starter as a senior … Finished with career averages of 11.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.2 steals per game, while shooting 46.3% from the field, 35.5% from three, and 60.6% from the free throw line …

Aran Smith 6/26/25