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Cryer

Cryer had a strong showing in the Warriors’ summer league championship victory in Las Vegas. He led the team in three-pointers, with his total accounting for 80 percent of his points. The second-year guard also functioned as Golden State’s best facilitator in the win. Cryer remains on a two-way contract at the moment, but even if he earns a full roster spot, he’s unlikely to have a noteworthy impact in fantasy leagues this season.

After shooting 1-of-7 from beyond the arc in Tuesday’s loss to the Grizzlies, Cryer rebounded nicely to help the Warriors keep their hopes of qualifying for the semifinals alive. He shot 5-of-12 from beyond the arc, leading five Warriors in double figures with 17 points. Unlike first-round pick Yaxel Lendeborg (3/6/6/1/2 with one three-pointer), Cryer’s status for next season is not secure. He’s still on a two-way deal, but if the Warriors stay healthy, Cryer’s role is unlikely to match what it was last season.

Cryer played a role down the stretch last season for the Warriors while on a two-way contract and had a few solid games. He, was solid in his two previous summer league games, but neither performance was anywhere close to what he did in this game. Cryer has his work cut out for him to earn a spot in Golden State’s rotation this season.

Post has been out since March 29, while Cryer injured his ankle during the Warriors’ April 9 loss to the Lakers. While their absences won’t affect active fantasy leagues, they do leave the Warriors down an option in the post and on the perimeter.

Cryer was initially probable for Thursday’s game, so the status upgrade was expected. With Stephen Curry and Gui Santos sidelined, the rookie guard should play rotation minutes. However, this is not enough to make Cryer a player worth trusting in active fantasy leagues.

Richard was initially doubtful for Thursday’s game, so the status downgrade is unsurprising. More minutes will be available to LJ Cryer and Pat Spencer off the bench.

Cryer is on track to be available for Thursday’s game. With Will Richard considered doubtful, Cryer may pick up rotation minutes from his fellow rookie against the Lakers.

Melton is back after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Spurs. His return likely pushes LJ Cryer to the bench. However, the rookie guard may remain in the rotation since Seth Curry is out.

Melton missed Wednesday’s loss to the Spurs with a left thumb strain and is on the injury report as questionable for Thursday’s game against the Cavaliers. LJ Cryer started and had 17 points in 23 minutes in Melton’s absence Wednesday. It could play out similarly if Melton is ruled out again.

Cryer tied a career-high in points on Wednesday in his 23 minutes on the floor. He struggled from the three-point line but finished efficiently inside the arc and at the free-throw line, which was key to his production. The rookie guard didn’t make much of an impact elsewhere. Still, he scored well and has now reached double figures in points in five of his last seven games.