DE'ANTHONY MELTON NEWS

Displays two-way play in win Melton ended with 21 points (8-10 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, one assist and three steals in 27 minutes during Sunday's 121-99 victory over Brooklyn.

Impact Melton provided a spark for Philadelphia on both ends of the court, leading all players in steals while finishing as one of three 76ers with 20 or more points in a blowout victory. Melton has tallied three or more steals in two games this season, tallying 20 or more points on two occasions.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Surprises with 30-point effort Melton provided 30 points (8-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 10-10 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Tuesday's 132-126 loss to Indiana.

Impact Melton should be considered the Sixers' fourth-best offensive option behind Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey and Tobias Harris. Still, he delivered his best game of the season Tuesday while also putting up a season-high mark in scoring by a wide margin -- his previous season-best output was 14 points. Given his role on offense, this is likely to have been an outlier rather than a sign of things to come, so Melton should probably hover around the 15-point mark in future contests.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent production in victory Melton racked up 10 points (4-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and six assists in 30 minutes during Sunday's 137-126 win over the Pacers.

Impact Melton had a fairly well-rounded stat line during Sunday's win, but his production was overshadowed by teammates Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid, who propelled the 76ers to victory. Melton was held without a steal for the first time this season Sunday, but he's now scored in double figures in three of his last four outings and has averaged 9.3 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists in 28.8 minutes per game during that time.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't join fun Melton recorded eight points (3-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), two rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal over 25 minutes during Saturday's 112-100 victory over the Suns.

Impact All other Philadelphia starters posted at least 18 points while shooting 50.0 percent from the field, making Melton the odd man out from a production standpoint. His 10 shots matched a season high, but he hasn't exceeded 12 points in any of the 76ers' five contests thus far. He's shooting just 22.7 percent from deep.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes close to double-double Melton ended Sunday's 126-98 win over Portland with 12 points (4-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), two rebounds, eight assists and two steals over 31 minutes.

Impact Melton plays a secondary role in an offensive scheme that also features Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey (hand) and Tobias Harris. However, Melton delivered a good showing Sunday, ending two assists away from a double-double. Melton is likely headed to the bench once James Harden (personal) returns to game action, but Melton will continue to have fantasy upside as long as he remains in a starting role.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 10 as starter Melton closed Thursday's 118-117 loss to Milwaukee with 10 points (3-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, four assists and two steals across 25 minutes.

Impact Melton took on a starting role Thursday with James Harden (personal) away from the team, and he made some contributions on both ends of the court in the narrow defeat. Harden has already been ruled out for Saturday's game in Toronto, so it wouldn't be surprising to see Melton continue to handle an increased role. Patrick Beverley also played 14 minutes off the bench, but Melton was the more productive option overall despite a somewhat inefficient showing from the floor.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Erupts for 29 without Harden Melton scored a game-high 29 points (11-16 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 1-2 FT) while adding five rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block in 25 minutes during Friday's 120-106 preseason win...

Impact With James Harden away from the team due to his trade demand and looking iffy for the start of the regular season, Melton got the start in the Philly backcourt alongside Tyrese Maxey and did his best to make fans forget about the absent superstar. Melton has gone 11-for-25 (44 percent) from three-point range this preseason, and while he's never averaged more than 10.8 points a night over an NBA season, he could be poised for significant fantasy value if Harden isn't on the court to begin the regular season.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sniffs triple-double in win Melton logged 15 points (6-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 0-1 FT), eight rebounds, 10 assists, four steals and a block across 32 minutes in Monday's 127-119 preseason win over the Nets.

Impact Despite his shooting woes, Melton had one of the best individual performances of the 2023-24 preseason, as he ended just two rebounds away from a triple-double and excelled defensively with four steals. Melton is expected to see steady minutes off the bench as a backup guard due to his ability to play both roles, though he fits better as a shooting guard. Melton has racked up 25 points, 12 assists, nine rebounds, five steals and three blocks in two preseason outings.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sniffs triple-double in win Melton logged 15 points (6-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 0-1 FT), eight rebounds, 10 assists, four steals and a block across 32 minutes in Monday's 127-119 preseason win over the Nets.

Impact Despite his shooting woes, Melton had one of the best individual performances of the 2023-24 preseason, as he ended just two rebounds away from a triple-double and excelled defensively with four steals. Melton is expected to see steady minutes off the bench as a backup guard due to his ability to play both roles, though he fits better at shooting guard. Melton has racked up 25 points, 12 assists, nine rebounds, five steals and three blocks in two preseason outings.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Getting chance to start Melton will start Monday's preseason game against the Nets, Ky Carlin of USA Today reports.

Impact Melton will get a chance to show what he can do with the first unit after James Harden (personal) was ruled out for Monday's exhibition. Melton pieced together a solid showing in his last preseason contest, putting up 10 points to go along with two assists, one rebound, one steal and two blocks in 21 bench minutes.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Practices Tuesday Melton (rest) was a full participant during Tuesday's practice, Derek Bodner of DailySix.com reports.

Impact Melton rested during Philadelphia's preseason opener against the Celtics on Sunday, and despite practicing Tuesday, he can be considered questionable for Wednesday's rematch against Boston. The veteran guard dealt with a back injury last season, but he told reporters at the beginning of training camp that he's back to 100 percent.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Melton (rest) is inactive for Sunday's preseason opener, reports Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Impact Even amid James Harden's (personal) contract and team dilemma, Melton has little to prove in preseason action. It's possible that he appears in later contests as the season nears.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 1, 2023 • NBA.COM

Delivers a donut in loss Melton registered zero points (0-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 24 minutes during Thursday's 95-86 loss to the Celtics in Game 6 of the E...

Impact Melton missed all five of his shot attempts, coming up empty as the 76ers fell at home to the Celtics. While he was his usual self on the defensive end, Melton simply couldn't get anything going in the scoring column. He isn't someone who needs to score a lot of points but at this point, ending with zero is simply not good enough.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Friday Melton (calf) is doubtful for Friday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Melton exited Thursday's matchup against Miami due to his calf injury, and he'll likely be unavailable for the second half of the back-to-back set. Tyrese Maxey (neck) will remain out, so Furkan Korkmaz and Shake Milton are candidates to see additional minutes Friday.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Thursday Melton (calf) exited Thursday's contest against the Heat early, Austin Krell of USA Today reports.

Impact Melton left Thursday's contest in the second half as he was dealing with right calf tightness. There is no update on the severity of the injury. Expect Furkan Korkmaz and Shake Milton to see extended minutes while Melton's out.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available and starting Melton (calf) will play and start Thursday's game against the Heat.

Impact Melton was initially tabbed questionable with soreness in his right calf but was given the green light ahead of Thursday's tilt. However, with Tyrese Maxey (neck) sidelined, Melton will draw the starting nod alongside James Harden in the backcourt. Prior to going cold in his first two games of April, Melton closed out the final eight games of March averaging 13.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 2.6 steals in 32.3 minutes.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Modes showing in spot start Melton amassed 13 points (5-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals in 33 minutes during Friday's 117-110 win over Toronto.

Impact Melton drew another chance to start due to the absence of Tobias Harris (illness), and he fared well on both ends. He scored in double figures for a second straight game after being held to single digits in his previous three matchups, and he recorded three steals for the third time over his last six appearances. Melton finishes March averaging 10.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.8 steals over 17 games.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-high 25 points, three steals Melton closed Wednesday's 116-91 win over the Bulls with 25 points (8-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals across 33 minutes.

Impact Melton got off to a solid start with 11 first-half points on 4-of-7 shooting from the field, including 3-of-5 from beyond the arc. He remained efficient all around after the break, chipping in another 14 points to go along with four rebounds and a game-high three steals. The shooting guard also led the contest in scoring with 25 points on the night while starting in place of the injured James Harden (Achilles) and he's now scored in double figures in three straight.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tyrese Maxey keys fast start as 76ers pound Bulls 116-91

Tyrese Maxey scored 16 of his 21 points during Philadelphia’s dominant first half, and the 76ers beat the Chicago Bulls 116-91

MARCH 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting Wednesday Melton will enter the first five for Wednesday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Melton will draw the starting nod with James Harden (Achilles) sidelined for the second time in three contests. In his last three starts, Melton has averaged 11.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.3 steals across 31.0 minutes.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing off bench in OT loss Melton totaled 19 points (7-15 FG, 5-12 3Pt), six rebounds, four steals, one assist and one block across 39 minutes off the bench during Monday's 109-105 double-overtime loss to th...

Impact The fifth-year guard has been a terror on the defensive end lately, racking up 10 steals in the last two games alone. Melton has been bouncing between the first and second units in March, and his playing time can be erratic, but he's still producing his usual numbers, averaging 9.9 points, 4.6 boards, 2.5 assists, 2.2 threes and 1.8 steals over his last 11 games.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Melton isn't starting Monday's game against Chicago.

Impact Melton drew a spot start Saturday with James Harden (rest) unavailable, but the former will head back to a reserve role Monday. Across 15 appearances off the bench this season, Melton has averaged 7.9 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.2 steals in 20.9 minutes.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Embiid, Maxey net 31, 76ers top Pacers for 8th straight win

Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey each scored 31 points and Tobias Harris added 24 as the Philadelphia 76ers routed the Indiana Pacers 141-121 to match their season high with an eighth...

MARCH 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting for resting Harden Melton will start Saturday's game against the Pacers, Gina Mizell of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact With James Harden (rest) taking the night off, Melton will join the starting backcourt alongside Tyrese Maxey. In Melton's past five starts, he's averaged 8.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 29.4 minutes.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE