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Warriors have a De'Anthony Melton problem even before he returns from injury

De'Anthony Melton may still be another month away from returning from a long-term knee injury, but the Golden State Warriors already have a growing problem when it comes to the veteran guard.

The lack of perimeter defense was again on display for the Warriors during Saturday's disastrous loss to the Indiana Pacers, suggesting they could have an unhealthy reliance on Melton upon his long-anticipated return.

Warriors could have an unfair reliance on De'Anthony Melton when he returns

Jonathan Kuminga has earned plenty of plaudits for his improved defense to start the season, but the young forward hasn't got it done at the point-of-attack over the past two games.