The Lakers are considering signing De’Anthony Melton as a replacement for Dorian Finney-Smith, who is expected to leave the team after declining his player option. Melton, coming off an ACL injury and limited play last season, showed promise with the Sixers and could be a valuable low-risk addition if healthy, helping to strengthen the Lakers' perimeter defense.
The Golden State Warriors' plans for the 2024-25 NBA season suffered a major setback as De'Anthony Melton, their newly acquired starting guard, sustained a season-ending ACL injury. Melton was expected to play a crucial role alongside Stephen Curry, enhancing the team's defense. With Melton out, Lindy Waters III will temporarily fill the starting position, but the team must explore other lineup combinations to maintain their competitive edge. Coach Steve Kerr remains hopeful for Melton's return next season.
The Philadelphia 76ers scratched Joel Embiid, De’Anthony Melton, and KJ Martin for their final regular-season game against the Nets, with Embiid, Melton, and Martin initially listed as questionable. The team's head coach, Nick Nurse, had expected Embiid to play and intended to play Melton for around 15 minutes. The Sixers, with a record of 46-35, were aiming to secure a top-six seed in the Eastern Conference by beating the Nets and avoiding the NBA's play-in tournament.
The Philadelphia 76ers are facing uncertainty with De'Anthony Melton's back injury, but recent trade deadline acquisitions and signings have bolstered their guard depth, providing offensive firepower and defensive support. While Melton's absence will be felt, the team's improved roster composition offers optimism for weathering the setback and maintaining competitiveness, especially with the impending return of Joel Embiid.
The Philadelphia 76ers provided injury updates on De’Anthony Melton and Robert Covington, with Melton ramping up to return after dealing with a lumbar spine issue and Covington facing a longer recovery period for left knee inflammation. The rest of the team's bench is getting healthier as they prepare for a five-game road trip.
The Philadelphia 76ers face a critical offseason with decisions to make on James Harden's free agency, Tyrese Maxey and De'Anthony Melton's extensions, and managing their salary cap. The team may have to pay a significant luxury tax bill if they re-sign Harden, and their roster-building options could be limited if they cross the second tax apron. Maxey and Melton are also extension-eligible, and securing their future will be a priority. The Sixers may have to trade Tobias Harris to stay below the second tax apron and maintain access to the mid-level exception.
The Philadelphia Sixers dominated the Chicago Bulls, winning 116-91, with Joel Embiid sitting out the second half due to mild right calf tightness. The Sixers got off to a 23-1 lead, with ball movement and defense at the center of their early dominance. Tyrese Maxey and De'Anthony Melton showcased their versatility, shining as pieces playing off of Embiid and later as two of their leaders with Embiid sitting the entire second half. Tobias Harris was leaned on as a self-creator in the mid-post, and P.J. Tucker made DeMar DeRozan mad enough to commit a flagrant foul on Paul Reed in the first half.
Joel Embiid sets a new Sixers franchise record for consecutive games with at least 30 points, leading the team to their eighth consecutive win against the Pacers. De'Anthony Melton shines as a replacement starter, while Tyrese Maxey impresses with 31 points. Embiid dominates with 31 points, seven assists, seven rebounds, and two blocks. The Sixers move ahead of the Celtics for No. 2 in the Eastern Conference standings.
Joel Embiid sets a new Sixers franchise record for consecutive games with at least 30 points, leading the team to their eighth consecutive win against the Pacers. De'Anthony Melton shines as a replacement starter, while Tyrese Maxey impresses with 31 points. Embiid dominates with 31 points, seven assists, seven rebounds, and two blocks. The Sixers move ahead of the Celtics for No. 2 in the Eastern Conference standings.