76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Doesn't practice Thursday
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Melton didn't practice Thursday due to a back injury, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
Melton played a season-high 40 minutes during Monday's loss to Houston but is dealing with a back injury afterward. It's not yet clear whether he'll be able to play through the issue Friday against the Lakers.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Swiper no swiping
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Melton posted 13 points (5-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt), six rebounds, four assists and one block over 34 minutes during Friday's 117-109 loss to the Grizzlies.
Melton's streak of games with multiple steals ends at seven. It had been a prodigious streak, with Melton compiling 3.4 steals per game over that span. Melton's mid-tier scoring output, plus his defensive value, is a recipe for streaming production moving forward.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Records another 20-point game
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Melton amassed 20 points (7-18 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, three assists and four steals over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 107-101 loss to the Hornets.
Melton was hot to start the game, going 4-of-5 from the field with 13 points in the first quarter before missing all five of his shots in the second quarter. He added another seven points in the second half on 3-of-8 shooting to give him 20 on the night, his second game in a row reaching the 20-point mark after previously failing to do so all season. Melton also recorded four steals in the contest, all of which came in the first half to help the Sixers jump out to an early lead. It was his third game this season with four or more steals, while he's grabbed six or more rebounds in five of his last seven appearances.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Gets hot from three
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Melton notched 22 points (7-16 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 115-106 win over Brooklyn.
Melton scored 18 of his 22 points from beyond the arc and set a new season best with six made triples in the victory. Melton continues to serve as one of the focal points of the offense with Joel Embiid (foot), James Harden (foot) and Tyrese Maxey (foot) still out with injuries. The USC product has scored in double figures in three straight games while also stuffing the stat sheet along the way.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Dishes out six dimes Friday
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Melton contributed 10 points (3-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and six assists over 36 minutes during Friday's 110-102 win over the Bucks.
Melton started against the Bucks following his appearance off the bench against the Jazz on Nov. 13, and he left his mark on both ends of the court even when his shooting continues to be subpar. He's making just 31.1 percent of his shots and 29.2 percent of his three-point attempts across five appearances in November, but he should remain in the starting unit going forward, especially with names such as James Harden (foot) and Tobias Harris (hip) dealing with injuries.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Will come off bench Sunday
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Melton is available for Sunday's game against Utah but will not start.
Melton missed Saturday's game against the Hawks due to a back injury, which allowed Matisse Thybulle to start at one guard spot alongside Tyrese Maxey. After pulling out a 121-109 victory over Atlanta, the Sixers will stick with Thybulle in the starting five for at least one more game while Melton will work off of the bench. Prior to Saturday, Melton had started the last three games with James Harden (foot) unavailable.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Not listed on injury report
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Melton (back) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Jazz.
Melton missed Saturday's game against the Hawks, but the injury wasn't serious by any means, and his absence from the injury report means he'll be available for Sunday's matchup in the second half of a back-to-back. Given the fact that he's started the last four games in which he's been available, it wouldn't be shocking if he also recovers his starting spot next to Tyrese Maxey in the backcourt.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Out Saturday
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Melton (back) is out Saturday against the Hawks, Lauren Rosen of the 76ers' official site reports.
Melton's absence will result in Matisse Thybulle getting the nod next to Tyrese Maxey in the backcourt. Shake Milton could also see some extra run.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Added to injury report
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The 76ers have listed Melton as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hawks due to back stiffness.
Melton has seen an increase in workload with James Harden (foot) sidelined. If he ends up sitting out, Shake Milton would presumably be the prime beneficiary. More clarity on his status should come closer to tip-off.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Produces well as starter
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Melton posted 12 points (4-18 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, nine assists, two blocks and two steals across 30 minutes during Friday's 106-104 loss to New York.
Melton shot the ball poorly and needed 18 shots to deliver 12 points, but he delivered solid contributions in other categories, posting season-best figures in assists and blocks while also tying his season-best output in rebounds. Melton has also scored in double digits in six games in a row. He is expected to remain a starter while James Harden (foot) and Joel Embiid (illness) remain sidelined.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Slated to start Friday
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Melton will likely join the starting five for Friday's game against the Knicks, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Melton is slated to enter the starting lineup in place of James Harden (ankle), who is set to miss about one month. Melton should be heavily considered in daily formats and a priority add in all leagues for the duration of Harden's absence.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Off report, could see role increase
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Melton (back) doesn't hold an injury designation for Friday's game against the Knicks.
Melton has played well in the early going for the Sixers and has received occasional starts in the absence of Joel Embiid. With James Harden (foot) expected to be sidelined for a month, Melton will presumably remain in the starting lineup and is close to a must-add player off the waiver wire due to his steals upside. Per 36 minutes this season, he's averaging 15.2 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 3.2 steals.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Out Wednesday with stiff back
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Melton will miss Wednesday's game versus the Wizards due to back stiffness, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.
Melton has flourished in the early going for the Sixers and has made a pair of spot starts in the absence of Joel Embiid (illness). While he would likely have started in place of Embiid again Tuesday, Matisse Thybulle will instead make a cameo in the starting five and figures to see some added run as a result.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Season-high output in start
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Melton ended Monday's 118-111 victory over Washington with 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and two steals across 33 minutes.
Melton got another look with the starting unit Monday with Joel Emibiid (illness) sidelined and posted a season-high 16 points in the contest. However, he didn't tick as many boxes in the other categories, leaving his fantasy night about average in the grand scheme of things. Melton did log a season-high 33 minutes in the contest and appears to be first in line for a permanent starting job should any of the regulars miss extended time.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Starting Monday
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Melton is starting Monday against the Wizards.
Melton will start for the second time in the last three games since Joel Embiid (illness) is unavailable for the 76ers. During Friday's start in Toronto, Melton logged 13 points, five rebounds, six assists and five steals in 31 minutes.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Heads back to bench
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Melton won't start Saturday against the Bulls.
Melton started Friday's game against the Raptors and posted a solid stat line of 13 points (6-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt), six assists, five rebounds and five steals, but he heads back to the bench in this one with Joel Embiid returning. This will also allow P.J. Tucker to move to the power forward role as the Sixers run with a different starting mix.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Enters starting lineup
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Melton will start Friday's matchup against the Raptors.
Melton will take the place of Joel Embiid (knee) as P.J. Tucker slides to the center spot to go alongside Tobias Harris, Tyrese Maxey and James Harden. Melton is a very appealing streaming and daily option while Embiid is sidelined.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Scores 12 points in loss
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Melton closed with 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt), three rebounds, five assists and three steals across 22 minutes during Wednesday's 119-109 loss to the Raptors.
Melton has scored in double digits in each of the last two games, and while his role as Philadelphia's primary point guard is all but locked up, he will certainly benefit his fantasy case if he can keep producing at this rate offensively. He has been dialed in from three as well, going 6-for-14 from deep through his first five outings.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Set to play Wednesday
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Melton (thigh) is available to play in Wednesday's game versus the Raptors, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Melton was previously listed as questionable for Wednesday's game due to right adductor tightness. However, after participating in shootaround, Melton should resume his role as Philadelphia's primary backup guard.
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76ers' De'Anthony Melton: Anticipates playing Wednesday
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Melton (thigh) indicated Wednesday that he will "be good" for the evening's contest versus the Raptors, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Melton was deemed questionable for the contest but took part in Wednesday's shootaround and commented afterward. He seems to be on a path toward playing, barring something unforeseen, but his status should be confirmed prior to the opening tip.
