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Warriors backcourt depth takes hit losing Brandon Williams, Will Richard

Golden State Warriors are finding ways to win despite injuries suffered to backup guards Will Richard and Brandon Williams.

By Marcus D. Smith · Yahoo

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 5:33 AM

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The Golden State Warriors face backcourt depth issues after guard Will Richard suffered a torn thumb ligament.
Will Richard is sidelined indefinitely with a torn UCL in his left thumb.
The injury rules Richard out of Monday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Chase Center.

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The Golden State Warriors have suffered a hit to their backcourt depth with injuries sidelining guard Will Richard. Richard has been ruled out indefinitely after suffering a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his left thumb ahead of Monday's matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans at Chase Center.

The injury comes as the Warriors conclude a six-game homestand amid an impressive run of form, having won seven consecutive games after dropping their first three contests of the 2026-27 season. Through ten games this season, sophomore wing Richard has averaged 5.1 points, 1.8 rebounds, and one assist per contest.

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