After landing in the Bay Area over the offseason, Omari Spellman quickly became a standout in the Golden State Warriors rotation.
In 49 games with the Warriors, Spellman averaged 7.6 points on 43.1% from the field with 4.5 rebounds. The 6-foot-8 big man shot 39.1% from beyond the arc, registering six games with three or more makes from long distance.
Spellman inked double-figure scoring numbers in 16 games, including his new career-high — 23 points against the Detroit Pistons in January. The sharpshooting forward was listed in the starting lineup for three games during his stint in Golden State.
Despite his impressive first season with the Warriors, the former first-round pick was included in a blockbuster trade package that was headlined by D’Angelo Russell moving to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Andrew Wiggins and draft compensation.
Although he’s now a member of the Timberwolves, he’s still repping Warriors gear. Spellman shared an Instagram story of him working out in a gym while wearing his Golden State jersey. The former Warrior threw down an off the backboard dunk while donning a black No. 4 “The Town” jersey.
Via @GSWReddit on Twitter:
Omari still working out in Warriors gear 😭 pic.twitter.com/EOUJubfIIx
— r/Warriors (@GSWReddit) May 22, 2020
Since joining Minnesota, Spellman hasn’t had the chance to crack the Timberwolves rotation. After the trade, the 22-year-old was assigned to the Wolves G League affiliate in Iowa.
In seven games in the G League, Spellman is averaging 19.6 points, 7.6 rebounds and 3.7 assists. The second-year pro ripped off a triple-double with 18 points, 14 rebound and 12 assists against the Santa Cruz Warriors.
Once the league returns to action, Spellman’s notable play in the G League should quickly send him back towards and NBA roster.
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