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De’Anthony Melton’s huge game vindicates Warriors’ offseason strategy

The Golden State Warriors were criticized for running it back in the offseason, but De'Anthony Melton is showing that plan wasn't completely flawed.

By Nick San Miguel · Blue Man Hoop

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 6:00 PM

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The writer argues De'Anthony Melton's strong play justifies the Warriors' offseason roster strategy.
Melton scored 21 points, shooting 6-of-8 from beyond the arc in a win over the Clippers.
Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg led the Warriors in scoring with 37 points against Los Angeles.

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Writer Nick San Miguel argues that De'Anthony Melton's strong performance against the Los Angeles Clippers justified the Golden State Warriors' offseason approach. Melton scored 21 points on 6-of-8 shooting from three-point range, helping Golden State improve to 4-3 on the season alongside a 37-point effort from rookie Yaxel Lendeborg.

San Miguel notes that while re-signing Kristaps Porzingis appears to be a misstep by general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr., retaining Melton on a two-year, $12.5 million deal provides crucial floor-raising depth while the team awaits the returns of Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody.

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