De'Anthony Melton News, Rumors, Updates - Golden State Warriors

Iffy for Wednesday Melton is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Spurs due to a left gluteal contusion.

Impact Melton is at risk of missing Wednesday's contest due to a bruised glute. The veteran guard has started in each of his last three outings after coming off the bench in all of his first 24 appearances. If Melton can't play, Brandin Podziemski would be the likeliest candidate to move into the first unit.

3 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Melton is in the Warriors' starting lineup against the Suns on Thursday, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Melton will enter the Warriors' starting lineup for the first time this season while Al Horford reverts to a bench role. Melton has scored in double digits in each of his last five outings, and since the new year he has averaged 14.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.8 threes and 1.4 steals over 22.6 minutes per game.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will go Thursday Melton (knee) will play Thursday against the Suns, Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Melton has been dealing with some soreness in his left knee, but he's received clearance to suit up Thursday evening. He's scored in double figures in five straight matchups, averaging 14.8 points in 23.4 minutes per game during this stretch.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Melton (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Suns.

Impact Melton is dealing with left knee soreness and may be in need of a maintenance day. If the veteran guard is unable to play, the Warriors could lean more on Pat Spencer and Will Richard.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hits for 18 in Friday's loss Melton amassed 18 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, three assists and two steals in 26 minutes off the bench during Friday's 131-124 loss to the Pistons.

Impact The 28-year-old guard scored in double digits for a fourth straight games as he continues to be a productive part of the Warriors' second unit. Through 13 games in January, Melton averaged 14.7 points, 3.2 boards, 2.2 assists, 1.9 threes and 1.3 steals in 22.5 minutes, but his court time and usage could get a boost to begin February if Stephen Curry (knee) ends up missing any time.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Melton (knee) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Melton sat out Monday's loss to Minnesota -- the second leg of a back-to-back set -- due to left knee injury management. However, he's set to return to action Wednesday. The 27-year-old guard has played at least 20 minutes in five straight appearances, averaging 13.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.2 steals across 21.6 minutes per tilt over that stretch.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Warriors sideline Kuminga with bone bruise and knee hyperextension, will re-evaluate in coming days

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga will be sidelined again with a bone bruise and a hyperextended left knee

JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Will play Sunday Melton (knee) is available for Sunday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Melton popped up on the injury report due to left knee injury management, but he will be available for Sunday's game that was postponed from Saturday. He scored 22 points in 23 minutes during the Warriors' 123-115 loss to the Mavericks on Thursday, which was Golden State's second game without Jimmy Butler (knee -- ACL).

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Melton (rest) is questionable for Sunday's game in Minnesota, Anthony Slater of ESPN.com reports.

Impact With Saturday's game getting postponed, the Warriors are now scheduled for a Sunday-Monday, back-to-back set against the Timberwolves, so Melton may require a maintenance day. If Melton skips Sunday's game, there would be more minutes available for Pat Spencer, Will Richard and Gary Payton.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Chips in 22 points off bench Melton posted 22 points (9-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 3-6 FT), three rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block over 23 minutes during the Warriors' 123-115 loss to the Mavericks on Thur...

Impact Melton and Stephen Curry (38 points) provided most of the scoring punch for the Warriors on Thursday. Melton also led Golden State with a plus-22 point differential while posting his fourth 20-plus-point performance in his last eight outings. Jimmy Butler (knee) is out for the season, and with Jonathan Kuminga (knee) leaving during Thursday's contest, Melton is in line to serve in an expanded role off the bench for the foreseeable future.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from injury report Melton (knee) is off the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact The Warriors are clearing Melton for the second half of their back-to-back set. The guard is trending up in the month of January, averaging 15.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.0 steals in 22.4 minutes per contest over his last eight games.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Monday Melton has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Heat due to left knee injury management.

Impact Melton will be held out of the front end of Golden State's back-to-back set, and his next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Raptors. With the 27-year-old guard sidelined, Will Richard, Gary Payton and Buddy Hield are candidates for an uptick in playing time.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Hits for season-high 24 in win Melton closed Saturday's 136-116 win over the Hornets with 24 points (8-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal across 21 minutes off the bench.

Impact Eight different Warriors scored in double digits on the night, but Melton led them all as he set a new season scoring high. The 27-year-old guard has found a groove in January, topping 20 points in three of the last six games and averaging 17.2 points, 3.0 boards, 2.7 threes, 1.7 assists and 1.2 combined steals and blocks in 21.5 minutes a contest.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Balanced scoring, 23 3-pointers lead Warriors over Hornets, 136-116

De’Anthony Melton scored 24 points as Golden State had eight players reach double figures in the Warriors’ 136-116 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night

JANUARY 18 • Associated Press

Pops for 23 points from bench Melton ended with 23 points (9-14 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds and one assist in 18 minutes during Tuesday's 119-97 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Impact Melton logged his fifth double-digit scoring performance over his past six games, and one of those appearances also garnered a 20-plus point performance. His swift work in only 18 minutes was impressive, and his efforts have been a difference-maker during the Warriors' recent 4-2 run. He's averaged 15.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.0 steals over the past six games.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 22 points in win Melton posted 22 points (8-12 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one steal in 25 minutes during Wednesday's 120-113 win over the Bucks.

Impact Melton was a major bright spot for the Warriors in this one as he posted a season-high 22 points. He still has restrictions, including on back-to-back sets, but he's trending up with averages of 12.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.7 steals, 0.5 blocks and 2.0 three-pointers in 24.2 minutes over his last six games.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler lead Warriors past Bucks, 120-113

Stephen Curry had 31 points that included a step-back 3-pointer with 26 seconds left, seven assists and seven rebounds, De’Anthony Melton added 22 points off the bench, and the Gol...

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Back in action Saturday Melton (rest) will play Saturday against the Jazz.

Impact Melton is no longer appearing on the injury report after missing Friday's game against the Thunder. Over his last five games, Melton is averaging 7.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.6 steals.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Friday Melton is out for Friday's game against the Thunder due to left knee injury management.

Impact Coming off ACL surgery last year, Melton isn't yet cleared to play both ends of back-to-back sets. The expectation is that he'll be available Saturday against Utah. The likes of Pat Spencer, Gary Payton and Buddy Hield should help fill out the backcourt minutes for the short-handed Warriors on Friday.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Melton (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Melton may miss the front end of this back-to-back set due to left knee injury management, which would leave more minutes available for the likes of Will Richard, Gary Payton and Buddy Hield. Over his last five appearances, Melton has averaged 7.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.6 steals across 20.6 minutes per game.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Curry, Butler lead the Warriors to a 120-107 victory over the Nets

Stephen Curry scored 27 points and Jimmy Butler finished with 21 as the Golden State Warriors beat the Brooklyn Nets 120-107 on Monday night

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Available for Monday Melton (knee) is good to go for Monday's game versus Brookyln.

Impact This is an expected update for Melton after he missed the front end of this back-to-back set Sunday against Toronto. Across eight appearances, Melton is averaging 7.5 points, 2.1 assists, 1.3 rebounds and 1.6 steals in 18.5 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Sunday Melton (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Melton will be held out of the front end of the Warriors' back-to-back set due to left knee injury management, and his next chance to play will come Monday against Brooklyn. With the 27-year-old guard sidelined, Gary Payton could see a bump in minutes, while Pat Spencer and Buddy Hield are candidates to enter the Warriors rotation.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies 16 points off bench Melton chipped in 16 points (5-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 24 minutes during Thursday's 126-116 victory over the Mavericks.

Impact Melton delivered a season-high scoring night in a Christmas Day win after struggling to make much of an impact recently, entering the game averaging 3.4 points, 2.0 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.0 rebounds on 14.3 percent shooting in 17.2 minutes over his previous five contests. He'll look to build on the performance as the Warriors head into a busy stretch with back-to-back games Sunday against the Raptors and Monday against the Nets.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Snatches two steals in win Melton closed Sunday's 123-91 win over the Bulls with 13 points (4-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-4 FT), one rebound, one assist and two steals over 17 minutes.

Impact Melton looked great in his second game of the season, bringing tough energy on defense and he wasn't shy about getting up his shot. Melton spent time operating as the Warriors' primary playmaker in the second unit, so it looks like he'll have a sizable role with the Warriors. He's on the radar in deep leagues.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Warriors sideline Kuminga with bone bruise and knee hyperextension, will re-evaluate in coming days

Balanced scoring, 23 3-pointers lead Warriors over Hornets, 136-116

Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler lead Warriors past Bucks, 120-113

Curry, Butler lead the Warriors to a 120-107 victory over the Nets