Phoenix Suns rookie point guard De'Anthony Melton could make his first career start on Thursday versus the Portland Trail Blazers, based on comments from head coach Igor Kokoskov.
Kokoskov didn't rule out Melton usurping Elie Okobo in the starting lineup after the second-round pick popped off for 21 points (9-of-12 field goals, 3-of-4 3-pointers) with 2 rebounds, 5 assists, and 1 steal over 23.4 minutes on Tuesday.
Melton is averaging 11.1 FanDuel points through seven NBA games, with 4.9 points, 1.7 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.7 steals, and 0.9 triples over 11.1 minutes per game.
Source: Bob Young