EPISODE · May 30, 2026 · 8 MIN
The REAL Market Value Of De’Anthony Melton -- Can the Warriors Keep Him? Porzingis?
from Let's Go Warriors · host Let's Go Warriors, season-credentialed with the Golden State Warriors 2013-22
How much is De’Anthony Melton actually worth on the open market?Rich takes a deep dive into Melton’s production, injury history, projected free-agent value, and how his future impacts the Warriors’ offseason plans. Using salary-cap worksheets and projections from cap expert Yossi Gozlan, this episode explores whether Golden State can realistically keep both Kristaps Porziņģis and Melton — or if a choice must be made.👇 SYNOPSIS CONTINUED BELOW 👇DISCORD SERVER SIGNUPS (free or VIP versions):https://whop.com/letsgowarriorsYOUTUBE VERSION OF THIS EPISODE (WITH VISUALS):https://youtu.be/eE_MFtyxbsMORIGINAL LIVE OF THIS TOPIC AIRED HERE (HALFTIME):https://www.youtube.com/live/lD5RE8wVaFkRELATED FOUNDATIONAL OFF-SEASON PODCASTS:Draft Primer (Tiers) https://open.spotify.com/episode/0NeHuAI5IjkjkIgpds4HM1The Kawhi-LeBron Roster https://open.spotify.com/episode/3wfklkcyfRNgZJ9ABXORgmLove Your Dubs Again (A Reminder) https://open.spotify.com/episode/6m3wbx472KcCOBIBby5gefDraft Primer 2.0: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6WYMdhVssArAAqCUdtKQ3dRumors/NTMLE intro: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dZSaSo1Sike9dTDoL906vSimons/Sexton Debunked + NTMLE Talk: https://open.spotify.com/episode/16yjV2Ubuj6T1z6FCDfTVZ👇Later, loyal LGW community member Bruce Maro joins the discussion to debate:🏀 Melton vs. Porziņģis🏀 Taxpayer Mid-Level vs. Non-Taxpayer Mid-Level scenarios🏀 Why Melton’s market may be closer to $10 million annually🏀 The Warriors’ need for size versus guard depth🏀 Potential Kawhi Leonard trade concepts🏀 Why Bruce wants Kawhi but not LeBron🏀 Whether the Warriors should prioritize continuity or swing for another superstarThis episode continues the ongoing Warriors offseason cap-sheet series as we peel back the layers on free agency, roster construction, and Stephen Curry’s remaining championship window.Golden State Warriors, Warriors podcast, De'Anthony Melton, Kristaps Porzingis, Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Jimmy Butler, Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, Warriors salary cap, Warriors free agency, NBA free agency, NBA salary cap, Yossi Gozlan, Warriors rumors, Warriors offseason, Dub Nation, DubNation, Warriors roster, taxpayer mid-level exception, non-taxpayer mid-level exception, Warriors cap sheet, Mike Dunleavy, NBA offseason.00:00 Is Melton Worth Keeping?00:54 Breaking Down Melton's Production01:45 Back-to-Back Availability Concerns02:54 Taxpayer Mid-Level Scenario03:46 Non-Taxpayer Mid-Level Scenario04:20 Bruce Maro Joins The Discussion04:43 Melton vs. Porziņģis Debate05:39 Why Bruce Thinks Melton Is Gone05:51 The Kawhi-LeBron Discussion08:06 LeBron's Future Beyond The Lakers09:00 Final Thoughts on Melton's Value
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How much is De’Anthony Melton actually worth on the open market?Rich takes a deep dive into Melton’s production, injury history, projected free-agent value, and how his future impacts the Warriors’ offseason plans. Using salary-cap worksheets and projections from cap expert Yossi Gozlan, this episode explores whether Golden State can realistically keep both Kristaps Porziņģis and Melton — or if a choice must be made.👇 SYNOPSIS CONTINUED BELOW 👇DISCORD SERVER SIGNUPS (free or VIP versions):https://whop.com/letsgowarriorsYOUTUBE VERSION OF THIS EPISODE (WITH VISUALS):https://youtu.be/eE_MFtyxbsMORIGINAL LIVE OF THIS TOPIC AIRED HERE (HALFTIME):https://www.youtube.com/live/lD5RE8wVaFkRELATED FOUNDATIONAL OFF-SEASON PODCASTS:Draft Primer (Tiers) https://open.spotify.com/episode/0NeHuAI5IjkjkIgpds4HM1The Kawhi-LeBron Roster https://open.spotify.com/episode/3wfklkcyfRNgZJ9ABXORgmLove Your Dubs Again (A Reminder) https://open.spotify.com/episode/6m3wbx472KcCOBIBby5gefDraft Primer 2.0: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6WYMdhVssArAAqCUdtKQ3dRumors/NTMLE intro: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dZSaSo1Sike9dTDoL906vSimons/Sexton Debunked + NTMLE Talk: https://open.spotify.com/episode/16yjV2Ubuj6T1z6FCDfTVZ👇Later, loyal LGW community member Bruce Maro joins the discussion to debate:🏀 Melton vs. Porziņģis🏀 Taxpayer Mid-Level vs. Non-Taxpayer Mid-Level scenarios🏀 Why Melton’s market may be closer to $10 million annually🏀 The Warriors’ need for size versus guard depth🏀 Potential Kawhi Leonard trade concepts🏀 Why Bruce wants Kawhi but not LeBron🏀 Whether the Warriors should prioritize continuity or swing for another superstarThis episode continues the ongoing Warriors offseason cap-sheet series as we peel back the layers on free agency, roster construction, and Stephen Curry’s remaining championship window.Golden State Warriors, Warriors podcast, De'Anthony Melton, Kristaps Porzingis, Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Jimmy Butler, Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, Warriors salary cap, Warriors free agency, NBA free agency, NBA salary cap, Yossi Gozlan, Warriors rumors, Warriors offseason, Dub Nation, DubNation, Warriors roster, taxpayer mid-level exception, non-taxpayer mid-level exception, Warriors cap sheet, Mike Dunleavy, NBA offseason.00:00 Is Melton Worth Keeping?00:54 Breaking Down Melton's Production01:45 Back-to-Back Availability Concerns02:54 Taxpayer Mid-Level Scenario03:46 Non-Taxpayer Mid-Level Scenario04:20 Bruce Maro Joins The Discussion04:43 Melton vs. Porziņģis Debate05:39 Why Bruce Thinks Melton Is Gone05:51 The Kawhi-LeBron Discussion08:06 LeBron's Future Beyond The Lakers09:00 Final Thoughts on Melton's Value
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