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Will Daeqwon Plowden emerge as a steal for the Warriors?

The Golden State Warriors added Daeqwon Plowden on a two-way contract after some impressive performances this summer.

The Golden State Warriors have signed Daeqwon Plowden to a two-way contract after some impressive performances at the Las Vegas Summer League and California Classic. Plowden, 25, is averaging 16.6 points per game across the two Summer League events, shooting 48% from deep.

Mike Dunleavy Jr. and Joe Lacob are likely hoping that Plowden can become the next member of the Santa Cruz Warriors production line. Gary Payton II, Juan Toscano-Anderson and Lester Quinones are recent success stories from the Warriors talent factory in the G-League. Plowden will likely spend the majority of his time with Santa Cruz but could make occasional appearances in the NBA.

In a recent video by “Vonsanity” on YouTube, the host discussed why Plowden could emerge as a steal for the Warriors. He pinpointed Plowden’s scoring and diverse skillset as a reason why he could challenge for a spot in Steve Kerr’s rotation in the future.

You can watch the full video by clicking on the embedded link above.

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Report: Summer League star Daeqwon Plowden agrees to two-way contract with Warriors

The Summer League standout has reportedly earned a two-way contract with the Warriors.

As they’ve rattled off wins in the California Classic and the Las Vegas Summer League, one member has continued to impress on the Golden State Warriors Summer League roster,

Daeqwon Plowden has multiple double-figure scoring performances for the Warriors this summer, including a 26-point effort in Golden State’s blowout win over the Miami Heat at the California Classic in early July. Plowden is averaging 16.6 points per contest in the Summer League while shooting 48% from beyond the arc.

Following his impressive run in the Summer League, Plowden is rightfully being rewarded. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, Plowden has agreed to a two-way contract with the Warriors.

Via @wojespen on Twitter:

Plowden will join Pat Spencer as players on two-way contracts with the Warriors for the 2023-24 season. On a two-way deal, Plowden will have the chance to play with the Warriors and their G League affiliate in Santa Cruz.

In 2022, Plowden went undrafted out of Bowling Green. While at Bowling Green, Plowden was named to the All-MAC second team and third team, In his final season, Plowden earned a spot on the MAC All-Defensive Team.

Plowden was later signed by the New Orleans Pelicans but was waived before the start of the season. He’s played in the G League with the Pelicans and Magic affiliates. He’s also played in the Summer League with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Gary Payton II, Juan Toscason-Anderson, and Lester Quinones are notable members of the Warriors who have signed two-way contracts in the past.

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Warriors secure win in Las Vegas Summer League opener vs. Suns, 90-73

Daeqwon Plowden helped lead the Warriors to a win over the Suns in the Las Vegas Summer League with 19 points on Saturday.

After rolling through the California Classic at San Francisco’s Chase Center, the Golden State Warriors made their Summer League debut in Las Vegas on Saturday evening against the Phoenix Suns.

Sophomores Brandin Podziemski and Trayce Jackson-Davis headlined Golden State’s Summer League roster, along with California Classic standout Daeqwon Plowden.

Four members of the Warriors’ Summer League squad tallied double-figures in scoring, with Plowden leading the way again with 19 points on 8-of-12 shooting from the field with three made triples.

Podziemski notched 16 points on 4-of-10 shooting from the field with a trio of made 3-pointers to go along with seven boards and six assists in 26 minutes. Jackson-Davis added a near-double-double with 10 points and seven rebounds in 22 minutes.

The Warriors rolled to another Summer League win, 90-73. The Warriors will be back on the floor in Las Vegas on Sunday against the Chicago Bulls at 7 p.m. PT.

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Warriors cruise to 2-0 in California Classic with 92-68 win vs. Lakers

On the way to the second win in the California Classic, Ethan Thompson led the Warriors with 22 points against the Lakers on Sunday.

After cruising to a blowout win over the Miami Heat in their California Classic opener on Saturday at Chase Center, the Summer League edition of the Golden State Warriors stayed hot on Sunday against the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Warriors rolled to another dominant win against the Bronny James-less Lakers behind double-figure scoring numbers from three different players. Oregon State product Ethan Thompson led the Warriors with a game-high 22 points on 8-of-15 shooting from the field. Thompson notched a double-double with 11 rebounds to go along with four assists and two steals in 27 minutes.

Former Bowling Green forward Daeqwon Plowden continued his impressive Summer League start with 14 points and eight rebounds in 22 minutes. Montas Rubstavicius added 12 points off the bench in Golden State’s 92-68 win against Los Angeles.

James Jr. was ruled out for the game at Chase Center on Sunday due to swelling in left knee. James Jr. made his Summer League debut on Saturday against the Kings at Chase Center.  James Jr. tallied four points in 22 minutes on Saturday.

Before heading to Las Vegas, the Warriors will play one final game of the California Classic on Wednesday against the Kings at 7 p.m. PT.

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OKC Thunder sign Daeqwon Plowden to summer league roster

Daeqwon Plowden played last season with the Pelicans’ G League affiliate.

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The 2023 NBA draft is over, which means the next steps of the offseason are free agency and summer league.

The Oklahoma City Thunder get their first chance to see rookies Cason Wallace and Keyontae Johnson play for them July 3-17 during the Salt Lake City and Las Vegas summer leagues.

The Thunder also get a shot to see several undrafted free agents and summer league signings during the two weeks. The latest addition is Daeqwon Plowden, who announced his signing to the Thunder’s summer league roster on Instagram.

It’s likely a non-guarantee deal the Thunder can easily shed following summer league. If Plowden plays well enough, perhaps he’s invited to training camp.

The 24-year-old went undrafted in 2022 after spending five college seasons at Bowling Green. He played for the New Orleans Pelicans during the 2022 summer league and participated in their training camp before being waived.

Afterward, Plowden signed with the G League’s Birmingham Squadron — the Pelicans’ affiliate — for the 2022-23 season. In 24 games, he averaged 8.3 points on 43.7% shooting, 3.5 rebounds and 1.3 assists. He also shot 36.8% from 3 on 2.8 attempts.

The Thunder are scheduled to play at least eight games in summer league.

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