3 Golden State Warriors that are too dependent on three pointers

Oct 12, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Andre Iguodala (9) celebrates with guard Jordan Poole (3) and forward Otto Porter Jr. (32) during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. The Warriors won 111-99. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports /

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Golden State Warriors player too dependent on three: Damion Lee

On Tuesday, Damion Lee was 2-for-10 from the field and 0-for-4 from deep. He was allotted 15 minutes. While Lee still scored four points without a single free-throw attempt, his impact really wasn’t there, one reason why his minutes may have been on the lower side.

Lee has a .494 three-point attempt rate. While it’s far below his rate from a season ago, almost half of Lee’s scoring still comes from behind the arc. He’s drilled 17 threes for 51 points, and he had 111 points on the season.

However, when shooting over 43% from deep, Lee has become a reliable option for head coach Steve Kerr. Lee was even given some late-game minutes due to his playmaking ability.

Since his shooting has been so accurate this season, no one has really batted an eye, but Lee’s ability to get the rim is an underrated one. He’s averaging 1.8 free throws per game, the third-fewest of his career despite scoring the second-most points per game of his career.

Lee’s been terrific for the Warriors this season, and he’ll continue as one of the best options off the second unit. Being more aggressive, especially when his shot isn’t falling, could be ideal for the veteran guard.

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