Golden State Warriors: Player grades for the month of October

By Tony Pesta | Nov 2, 2018

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 19: Damian Jones #15 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball against the Utah Jazz during a game on October 19, 2018 at Vivint Smart Home Arena in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images) /

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Golden State Warriors Damian Jones (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images) /

C+. . C. Golden State Warriors. DAMIAN JONES

The big man, Damian Jones, has been a pleasant surprise for the Golden State Warriors. Jones is a player who struggled to earn his role on an NBA roster. After years of hard work and bouncing back and forth between G-league teams, Jones has found a home in Golden State.

His first game with the Dubs was significant. As a starter for the first time in his career, Jones played 26 minutes, scored 12 points and blocked 3 shots. He played in small spurts but was highly effective, shooting 6-for-7 from the field.

Jones has started in each game this season and is averaging 6.0 points and 1.2 blocks a night. He has provided solid rim protection for the Dubs and finishes plays when he gets an opportunity too. Overall, he has been a consistent producer for the team.

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