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GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 14 hours ago
Melton set a new season high for scoring in Tuesday’s loss, but he won’t get the chance to build on it during the second leg of this back-to-back. Brandin Podziemski, Will Richard and Gary Payton II should be in line for extra minutes, with one of them filling the open starting spot.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
1 day ago
Melton has stepped up with Stephen Curry (knee) sidelined, and this was arguably his best performance. This was his highest-scoring performance since he scored 30 points for the 76ers in 2023. Melton had a long recovery after missing over a year with a torn ACL, but he is back to producing at a high level and should be considered a must-roster player.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
6 days ago
While Gui Santos has been the best fantasy option for the Warriors since a case of runner’s knee sidelined Stephen Curry, Melton also has some upside as a starter. His stat line in Thursday’s defeat only lacked a blocked shot, a reminder of what Melton is capable of when he’s on. Unfortunately for those who have rostered the guard, his fantasy value has actually decreased since Curry’s injury, with Melton sitting outside the top-150 in eight-cat formats since February 1.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
14 days ago
Melton’s stat line on Wednesday was evidence of why he can be valuable to fantasy managers, even with the lack of defensive stats. The Warriors guard made five of his six three-point attempts and provided solid value in the rebounds and assist categories as well. Over the past two weeks, Melton has provided 10th-round value in eight-cat formats. Stephen Curry’s expected return after the All-Star break should not do much, if any, harm to Melton’s prospects in category leagues.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
14 days ago
Melton will be good to go despite initially being listed as questionable. He has started three straight games for Golden State and should remain in that role. He hasn’t been productive recently, but he should get the opportunity to fix that in this game.
Source: Sam Gordon
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
15 days ago
Melton suffered a gluteal contusion during Monday’s win over the Grizzlies. He recently moved into the starting lineup, so the Warriors would have a gap to account for if he can’t play. Brandin Podziemski could return to the starting lineup in that scenario, which would raise his fantasy ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
20 days ago
While Melton’s production outside of the points category was relatively lean, fantasy managers should not be concerned. He was moved into the starting lineup on Thursday, but his playing time was limited as the Warriors take a measured approach to Melton’s return from a torn ACL. He remains a valuable option in deep category leagues, especially while the Warriors are without Stephen Curry (knee).
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
20 days ago
Melton is good to go after initially being questionable with a sore left knee. With Stephen Curry (knee) still out and Buddy Hield no longer in the picture, Melton boasts a higher fantasy ceiling despite coming off the bench.
Source: Dalton Johnson
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
21 days ago
Melton is a late addition to the injury report, so there is definitely a chance he misses this game. Pat Spencer and Gary Payton II should be in line for extra minutes if he’s out, and with Buddy Hield now in Atlanta, Spencer would hold some upside as a streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
26 days ago
Melton had another excellent shooting night off the bench Friday. The 27-year-old shooting guard has now been in double figures in nine of his last 11 games. Melton typically plays 25 minutes or less, which caps his overall fantasy value and makes ceiling games hard to come by. Still, his scoring was up in January as he averaged 14.4 points per game. Melton and the Warriors have a few days off before their next game Tuesday against the 76ers.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
29 days ago
Melton will be back after sitting out the second leg of the Warriors’ back-to-back on Sunday. He’ll return to playing his typical role off the bench, which should take away minutes from Pat Spencer and Buddy Hield.
Source: Warriors PR
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Monday’s game is the second in as many nights for the Warriors, who beat the Timberwolves on Sunday. Neither Melton nor Horford has played both games of a back-to-back this season, so they were expected to sit after being part of the rotation on Sunday.
Source: Sam Gordon
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton had scored at least 20 points in three of his last five games entering play Sunday. The 27-year-old shooting guard failed to reach that mark Sunday, but it was still somewhat of an encouraging game for Melton because he took 13 field goal attempts in 21 minutes. With Jimmy Butler III (knee) done for the year, the Warriors are desperate for offense. Even with Melton playing about 20 minutes per game, he’s looking for his own shot when he’s out there. He’s returned 12th-round per game value over the last two weeks.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton is good to go after being listed as questionable. Sunday’s game is the first of two matchups between the Warriors and Timberwolves in as many nights, and Melton has yet to play both ends of a back-to-back this season. Don’t be surprised if he doesn’t suit up on Monday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
With Saturday’s matchup between the Warriors and Timberwolves being postponed for 24 hours, the teams will face each other on consecutive nights. Melton has not played both ends of a back-to-back since returning from a torn ACL, so he’ll likely miss one of the next two. Pat Spencer may re-enter the rotation if Melton doesn’t play on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
For those questioning whether they should grab Melton off the waiver wire, Thursday’s performance should be a convincing one. He needed 23 minutes off the bench to record a complete stat line, and he’s scored at least 23 points in three of his last five appearances. While Melton remains outside the top-150 in season-long value, that was influenced by the time he missed at the start of the season. With Jimmy Butler III (knee) done for the season, the reward outweighs the risk when it comes to adding Melton.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton still isn’t ready for both legs of back-to-back sets, but he’ll return after sitting out Monday. His role could increase significantly moving forward with Jimmy Butler (knee) done for the season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton will sit out Monday’s game for injury management reasons, as it’s the first of two in as many nights for the Warriors. His absence may lead to Pat Spencer or Buddy Hield moving into the back end of the Warriors’ rotation, but neither is a must-stream player.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton stepped up to spearhead Golden State’s offensive output on a night where Stephen Curry finished with just 14 points and Jimmy Butler sat out for personal reasons. He knocked down 3-of-6 from beyond the arc as the Warriors bench went off for 72 points. The 27-year-old has been hot-and-cold this season but he’s in the midst of a nice stretch, scoring at least 19 points in four of his last six games. The Warriors have four games coming up next week including showdowns against the Heat, Raptors, Mavericks and Timberwolves.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Melton has been excellent off the bench for the Warriors recently, and that continued in this game. His 23 points were the most he’s had in a game since 2023, and it also led both teams in scoring. It has been a long journey back to healthy for Melton, but he’s only 27 years old and has always had a fantasy-friendly game. If he can maintain this large reserve role for the Warriors, he’ll be able to make an impact for fantasy managers.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
A big part of Melton’s fantasy appeal is his ability to record complete stat lines. That didn’t happen on Friday, but the Warriors’ guard had one of his best offensive performances of the season. The 19 points were three shy of his season-high, which was recorded on Wednesday against the Bucks. Melton has been a safe bet for assists and defensive stats in the past, so there isn’t too much need for concern following Friday’s lack of numbers in those categories. And he played 19 minutes; if Melton can consistently get closer to 25 minutes, he can be a game-changer down the stretch in fantasy leagues.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Melton’s season-best performance wasn’t highlighted by any extraordinary takeover moments. The veteran guard never scored more than eight points in any quarter; instead, he picked his spots en route to setting a new season-high. Melton got a late start to the season due to a knee injury that kept him out until December. But since returning, he’s had several good scoring performances to boost this Warriors bench. He’ll have a chance to follow up his Wednesday performance with another strong one on Friday against the Kings.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
Melton will sit out the first leg of this back-to-back, meaning he should be made available against the Jazz on Saturday. The Warriors are also without Stephen Curry (ankle) and Jimmy Butler (illness) for this game, so there should be plenty of minutes for Brandin Podziemski, Pat Spencer and Gary Payton II.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
about 2 months ago
The Warriors have games on Friday and Saturday, so it’s likely that Melton will only be available for one of them. When he can play, the guard is capable of offering deep-league value, but the Warriors aren’t going to push him too far as he continues to work his way back from a torn ACL that kept him out for most of last season.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
2 months ago
Thursday’s performance was a reminder that Melton does not need to be a starter to provide tangible fantasy value. He played 24 minutes off the bench against the Mavericks, recording a complete stat line. Melton’s field-goal percentage wasn’t the best, but his getting up a season-high 14 shots was encouraging. Hopefully, he can build on this effort, as the Warriors guard averaged 3.4 points on 14.3 percent shooting in the five games prior.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
3 months ago
Melton was held out of Saturday’s win over the Cavaliers, as it was the front end of a back-to-back for the Warriors. While he does boast a slightly higher fantasy ceiling with Stephen Curry out, the versatile guard’s playing will likely remain limited in his second game back from a torn ACL. Melton played 21 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the 76ers; expect a similar workload on Sunday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
3 months ago
After logging 21 minutes in his debut on Thursday, Melton will not make his second appearance of the season on Saturday. With Seth Curry also out, there will be more minutes available to Will Richard and Pat Spencer, with the former already in the starting lineup.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
3 months ago
Melton logged 21 minutes on Thursday in his first game in over a year, and he played well. He will likely end up on the injury report often this season, and his absence would likely open up extra minutes for Seth Curry and Gary Payton II.
Source: NBA Injury Report
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
3 months ago
More than a year after he suffered a torn ACL, Melton was back on the court Thursday night. And he didn’t need much time to remind people why he can be a valuable option in fantasy basketball. Despite being limited to 21 minutes, Melton recorded a complete stat line with solid percentages against the 76ers. With Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler out, and Draymond Green attempting to play through a foot injury, the Warriors can use the help that Melton can provide on both ends of the floor. Managers in deep leagues may be wary of adding him after one game due to the Warriors’ upcoming back-to-back, but Melton may be worth the risk.
GSW • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #14
3 months ago
Melton last suited up on Nov. 12, 2024, meaning if he sees the floor against Philadelphia, he will play for the first time in over a calendar year. It’s unclear how large of a role he’ll have, though it can safely be assumed that it won’t be a large one at first. Melton has a fantasy-friendly skillset, and he could end up as an intriguing waiver-wire pickup later in the year.