Exclusive: Nick Richards wants to achieve this career-first with Heat, Giannis

Miami Heat have signed veteran center Nick Richards to a one-year, $3.1 million, non-guaranteed deal. Richards is hoping to make a significant impact in the postseason, which is his career first, during his time with the Heat. The 28-year-old has never been on a playoff team during his six-year NBA career and hopes to play a part in Miami's team, regardless of his role size.

Richmond has shown his high-energy and rebounding abilities in training camp, which the Heat are looking for in their new stars. His best season was with the Charlotte Hornets in 2023-24, when he averaged 9.7 points and eight rebounds per game, shooting 69.1 percent from the field. Richards has been helping himself improve by learning from other big men on the team, including Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is helping him develop a different mindset and approach to the game.

Head coach Erik Spoelstra has noticed the improvements in Richards, saying he "already looks like a different player than he did last year" and is in great shape. Richards has the opportunity to prove his worth in the preseason and starting game on October 21st against the Minnesota Timberwolves.