Warriors convert Anthony Lamb from two-way to standard contract, making him eligible for playoffs, per report
The Golden State Warriors have converted the two-way contract of forward Anthony Lamb to a standard contract , according to The Athletic's Shams Charania. That distinction might seem trivial, but it is actually hugely significant. Two-way players are limited to just 50 regular-season appearances and are ineligible to play in the postseason. Lamb has now appeared in 50 Game s for Golden State, meaning his season as a Warrior would have been over had he not been converted. Now, he will remain with the Warriors into the playoffs . Lamb has become an integral role player for a Warriors team that has faced injuries and adversity this season. He is averaging seven points in 20.1 minutes per game as a versatile forward, and with Andrew Wiggins out dealing with a personal issue, Lamb's presence is more important now than ever. Another Golden State forward, Andre Iguodala, is now set to miss time following wrist...