Jason Richardson will be rested for Saturday's game against the Hornets, Keith Pompey of the Philly Inquirer reports.

Richardson will be rested for Saturday's game against the Hornets, Keith Pompey of the Philly Inquirer reports.

Analysis:

The veteran has rested periodically this season since returning from a major knee injury in February. He played only six minutes against Washington on Wednesday and is not much of a daily option, due in large part to his inconsistent role.