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Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Monday, March 18, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Wemby, Dame, Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum, Jalen Johnson.

Per Rotoworld, "Jordan Poole finished Sunday’s 130-104 loss to the Celtics with 31 points (12-of-19 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, four assists, and three 3-pointers in 23 minutes. While his team was on the wrong end of a blowout, Poole played well in his second game filling in for Tyus Jones (back). Not only did he shoot over 50% from the field on Sunday, but Poole committed only one turnover. The efficiency was there, much to the delight of those who still have him rostered. Over the past two weeks, Poole has been ranked just outside the top 50 in 8-cat formats while providing top 75 value in 9-cat. Washington plays three games in Week 21, beginning with the Rockets on Tuesday."

Per Rotoworld, "Immanuel Quickley finished Sunday’s loss to Orlando with 12 points (4-of-15 FG), seven rebounds and four assists across 31 minutes. Quickley came into this one sporting averages of 20.5 points, 10.1 assists, 5.5 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 2.9 triples over his last eight outings. He had one of his worst games since joining the Raptors, failing to score consistently (0-of-6 from beyond the arc) and handing out his fewest assists in nine games. Quickley has taken on a prominent role as a scorer and facilitator for a shorthanded Raptors squad, and better days are ahead after this poor showing. He’ll look to get back on track Wednesday against Sacramento."

Per Rotoworld, "Victor Wembanyama ended Sunday’s win over Brooklyn with 33 points, 16 rebounds, seven assists, seven blocks and a triple across 36 minutes. Wemby has been on a roll since the All-Star break, but he stumbled over his last two games in tough matchups with the Nuggets and Rockets. A head-to-head showdown with a Nets team playing on the second night of a back-to-back set was just what the doctor ordered, and the star rookie bounced back with a monster effort. He led both teams in scoring and rebounding as he racked up a massive double-double. "

Per Rotoworld, "Cam Thomas went for 31 points, three rebounds, five assists, two steals and a triple across 39 minutes in Sunday’s OT loss to the Spurs. Thomas has been phenomenal since returning from a six-game absence, and he’s led the Nets in scoring for five straight contests. In that span, he’s averaged 26.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 2.8 three-pointers. His value is tied primarily to his scoring and triples, but his recent play has shown that he can do more than just put the ball in the basket. Thomas has been one of the most impressive breakout players this season, and he’s sure to see a healthy amount of minutes to close out the 2023-24 campaign. His future is particularly bright, playing for a team that likely views him as a franchise building block alongside Mikal Bridges and Nic Claxton."

Per Rotoworld, "Jalen Johnson finished Sunday’s win over the Clippers with 18 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, three steals, two blocks and three triples across 36 minutes. Johnson missed three games with an ankle injury and returned with a 26/5/5 line in his last game out. His play was equally impressive Sunday, as the Hawks came through with an improbable, upset win. After four straight double-doubles, Johnson went five straight games without one before delivering one of his best performances of the season against the Clippers. Not only did he post double-digit points and boards, but he added quality assists, monster defensive stats and a trio of triples. On the season, the breakout forward is averaging 15.9 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 0.9 blocks, and he’s one of three Hawks to be ranked inside the top 45 in per-game fantasy hoops value."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Sunday, March 17, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were LeBron, Anthony Edwards, Jalen Brunson, Naz Reid, Pascal Siakam.

Per Rotoworld, "Desmond Bane led Memphis with 22 points (7-of-17 FGs), three rebounds, seven assists, one block and four 3-pointers in a 118-112 loss to Oklahoma City on Saturday. After missing over two months with a left ankle sprain, Bane was back in the lineup on Saturday. He had been having an incredible season before the injury, and he picked up right where he left off in January. Excluding the game that he exited early because of the ankle injury, he has scored at least 20 points in six straight games. If managers were worried about a minutes restriction, he played 32 minutes in his return. They’ll see how his body responds, but they don’t play a back-to-back until April 5th and 6th, so he should be available to play in at least their next eight games."

Per Rotoworld, "Chet Holmgren recorded a double-double off the bench with 22 points (8-of-13 FGs), 11 rebounds, two assists, one steal, three blocks and two triples against the Grizzlies on Saturday. Holmgren’s scoring has been down lately, but after four straight games with 15 or fewer points, he was able to get back over the 20-point mark. However, scoring hasn’t been one of Chet’s stronger categories, so the slight dip hasn’t had much of an impact on his value. Despite averaging 2.5 blocks per game this season, this was his first game with three blocks since February, which snaps an eight game streak with fewer than three swats. That was the longest drought of his career, so hopefully that isn’t a habit that he gets back into anytime soon."

Per Rotoworld, "Anthony Edwards posted a full line on Saturday with 31 points (12-of-20 FGs), 10 rebounds, five assists, three steals, three blocks and five 3-pointers in a 119-100 win over Utah. Edwards dud a but if everything in this game and truly dominated the box score. This was only the second time in NBA history that a player had at least 30 points, 10 rebounds, five assists, three steals, three blocks and five triples in a single game, with Scottie Barnes also reaching those marks in a game earlier this season. He stepped up with Rudy Gobert joining Karl-Anthony Towns on the sidelines, and this top tier production should continue for the remainder of the season. They play four games next week, which is ideal for managers that are relying on him for the fantasy playoffs."

Per Rotoworld, "LeBron James shot 15-of-23 from the field and 7-of-8 from the foul line in Saturday’s 128-121 loss to the Warriors, scoring 40 points with eight rebounds, nine assists, one steal, one block, and three 3-pointers. With Anthony Davis (eye) exiting after the first quarter and not returning, LeBron was left to shoulder even more of the offensive workload than usual. He was at his best during the fourth quarter, scoring 13 of his game-high 40 on 5-of-8 shooting from the field. The 40 points were the most in a game for James since December 23, when he hit that number in a win over the Thunder. Depending on Davis’s availability for Monday’s game against the Hawks, LeBron could be in for more high-scoring nights during the Lakers’ three-game Week 21 slate, and they’ll need every point."

Per Rotoworld, "Jalen Brunson finished Saturday’s 98-91 win over the Kings with 42 points (17-of-28 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, two assists, four steals, one block, and five 3-pointers in 36 minutes. After torching the Blazers for 45 points on Thursday, Brunson served another 40-piece on Saturday, albeit against a much more formidable foe. And he made history, becoming the fourth player in Knicks history to score 40 or more in consecutive games. The other three are Bernard King, Patrick Ewing, and Carmelo Anthony. The only issue for Brunson on Saturday was the turnover count (six), and he was responsible for five on Thursday. However, the turnovers don’t matter much when you score 42 on 61% shooting. The Knicks play three games in Week 21, beginning with the Warriors on Monday."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Saturday, March 16, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Zion Williamson, Dejounte Murray, Bam Adebayo, Nikola Jokic, Devin Booker.

Per Rotoworld, "Dejounte Murray shot 10-of-27 from the field and 8-of-9 from the foul line in Friday’s 124-122 loss to the Jazz, accounting for 33 points, seven rebounds, nine assists, two steals, and five 3-pointers in 39 minutes. Two nights removed from recording his second 40-point line in less than a week, Murray scored 33 points in Salt Lake City. He’s put up some impressive point totals since Trae Young went down with a hand injury, scoring at least 25 points in five of his last 10 games. Over the past three weeks, Murray has provided top 15 per-game value in 8-cat formats, averaging 26.6 points, 5.5 rebounds, 8.2 assists, 1.5 steals, 0.4 blocks, and 3.3 3-pointers per game. During this stretch, he has “only” provided top 25 value in 9-cat formats. The Hawks lead Brooklyn by three games in the loss column for the final play-in spot, so they still have some room to work with. That should mean more opportunities for Murray to go off, as the Hawks will need every point they can get from Murray."

Per Rotoworld, "Jalen Johnson (ankle) shot 8-of-23 from the field and 6-of-10 from the foul line in Friday’s loss to the Jazz, tallying 26 points, five rebounds, six assists, and four 3-pointers in 35 minutes. Johnson did not shoot the ball well overall, but the 3-point shooting (4-of-8) and minutes (35) were encouraging since Friday’s game was his first since March 6. The third-year forward has been one of the most improved players in the NBA this season, and he has exceeded expectations on fantasy basketball. Entering with a Yahoo ADP of 102, Johnson has been a top 50 player in 8- and 9-cat formats. As long as Trae Young (hand) remains sidelined, Johnson will have increased opportunities to serve as a playmaker, which should only improve his fantasy value."

Per Rotoworld, "De’Andre Hunter finished Friday’s loss to the Jazz with 27 points (10-of-17 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, one steal, and five 3-pointers in 32 minutes. Hunter did not offer any defensive stats, and the rebounding production was limited, but he had a good night offensively. The 27 points are the most in a game for him since February 5, when he scored that many in a loss to the Clippers. That game was the first of 16 straight in double figures for Hunter, who has provided 10th-round per-game value in 9-cat formats since then. While he continues to come off the bench, the minutes have increased, with Hunter playing 32 or more in three straight games. Rostered in 51% of Yahoo leagues, he’s worth a look in more standard formats in the aftermath of Saddiq Bey’s season-ending knee injury."

Per Rotoworld, "Keyonte George played 35 minutes in Friday’s 124-122 win over Atlanta, accounting for 25 points (8-of-19 FGs, 8-of-8 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, two steals, and one 3-pointer. George’s overall field goal percentage wasn’t great, but that was due to a 1-of-7 night from three. Throughout the season, opposing guards have struggled to keep the rookie from getting to his spots, and he’s worked well with Collin Sexton in the Jazz backcourt. Over the past two weeks, George has provided 6th-round per-game value in 8-cat formats, with turnovers (3.0 per game) lowering his value in 9-cat. George is rostered in 68% of Yahoo leagues, meaning he’s still available to help some standard league managers needing a point guard for the fantasy playoffs. Utah ends its Week 20 schedule with a game against the Timberwolves on Saturday and will play four games in Week 21."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Friday, March 15, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Kyrie Irving, Shai, Jalen Brunson, Jaylen Brown, Giannis.

Per Rotoworld, "Jordan Poole led the Wizards with 25 points (10-of-19 FGs), one rebound, two assists, two steals and five triples in a 135-119 loss to Houston on Thursday. His overall season has still been disappointing, but the past two weeks have been better for Poole. It hasn't been consistent, and after scoring 16 total points over their last two games, Poole got back on track in this one. This was his fifth game since the All-Star break with at least 25 points after having only eight 25-point games over the first four months of the season. He was one of the worst value picks this season, but a strong finish to the year would be encouraging for his value heading into next season."

Per Rotoworld, "Jalen Brunson shot 14-of-30 from the field and 15-of-17 from the foul line in Thursday's 105-93 win over Portland, accounting for 45 points, one rebound, four assists, one steal, one block, and two 3-pointers in 38 minutes. Despite shooting 2-of-10 from beyond the arc, Brunson still managed to record his sixth 40-point game of the season on Thursday. He was masterful in the paint, shooting 9-of-10 on those shots and frequent trips to the foul line. As a result, the gaudy point total was good enough to compensate for Brunson committing five turnovers. For the season, the All-Star point guard has provided top 40 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats, which aligns with his Yahoo ADP (38). Brunson and the Knicks end Week 20 with the second game of their four-game road trip, Saturday in Sacramento."

Per Rotoworld, "Deandre Ayton logged 40 minutes in Thursday's 105-93 loss to the Knicks, recording a line of 31 points (12-of-21 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), 14 rebounds, one block, and one 3-pointer. Since returning from a hand injury that sidelined him for five games, Ayton has recorded a double-double with at least 14 rebounds in four straight. Also, he's scored at least 30 points in three of those double-doubles. While the late-season shutdown concerns linger, Ayton has lived up to the nickname “DominAyton" since his return. Over the past week, he has provided top 10 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats. Ayton and the Blazers now hit the road to end Week 20 as they visit the Pelicans on Saturday."

Per Rotoworld, "Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 36 points (12-of-18 FGs), four rebounds, 12 assists, two steals and four 3-pointers in a 126-119 loss to the Thunder on Thursday. As expected, Irving stepped up with Luka Doncic sidelined due to hamstring soreness. He had his highest-scoring game since he scored 36 in Brooklyn in early February, and he set a new season-high for assists. He also recorded his fifth double-double of the year and his second straight. Luka is expected to be evaluated this weekend, which will give managers a better indication of how much more time he'll miss, if any. The Mavs' next game is against Denver on Sunday, and if Doncic is still sidelined, Irving should be in for another big performance."

Per Rotoworld, "Josh Hart accounted for seven points (3-of-8 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), 15 rebounds, two assists, and three steals in 42 minutes in Thursday's win over Portland. Hart did not record a stat line on par with his 20/19/10 effort against the 76ers on Tuesday, but he was a beast on the glass. The 15 rebounds led all players in Thursday's win, and he's reached double figures in that category in three straight games. Over the past two weeks, Hart has provided top 20 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats. During that six-game run, he has averaged 13.7 points, 13.2 rebounds, 5.8 rebounds, 1.5 steals, 0.8 blocks, and 1.8 3-pointers while shooting 45.2% from the field and 71.4% from the foul line."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Thursday, March 14, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were DeMar DeRozan, Domantas Sabonis, Deandre Ayton, Darius Garland, Anfernee Simons.

Per Rotoworld, "Deandre Ayton recorded a double-double on Wednesday with 33 points (15-of-20 FGs), 19 rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in a 106-102 win over the Hawks. Ayton has been incredible since returning from a five-game absence due to a right hand sprain. He is averaging 28.3 points and 17.7 rebounds while shooting 62.5% from the field, which has allowed him to provide top ten value in 9-cat leagues during this short stretch. Those are the only three categories that he has provided much value in, but he has been dominant. There are certainly concerns about his availability over the final month of the regular season, but he should provide elite value as long as he is on the court."

Per Rotoworld, "Anfernee Simons lit up Atlanta with 36 points (10-of-23 FGs, 11-of-11 FTs), seven rebounds, eight assists, one steal and five triples on Wednesday. After his 20-point streak ended in their last game, Simons got back on track in this one. He had his highest-scoring game since January and came close to recording a triple-double. Simons missed a lot of time early in the season, but he has only missed five total games since returning from that early hand injury. As long as he is available, he should continue to shine as the primary scoring option for Portland. They host the Knicks on the second night of a back-to-back on Thursday before wrapping up the week in New Orleans on Saturday."

Per Rotoworld, "Dejounte Murray led the Hawks with 40 points (15-of-29 FGs), four rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block, six triples and five turnovers in a 106-102 loss to the Trail Blazers on Wednesday. Atlanta wasn't able to get much going offensively in this game, but those struggles didn't extend to Murray. The rest of the team shot a combined 39% from the floor, while Murray hit over half of his shot attempts and had his second 40-point performance in their last three games. As long as Trae Young is sidelined, Murray should continue to be an elite fantasy option. Atlanta's west coast road trip will continue in Utah on Friday, and Murray had 17 points and 11 assists the last time they played the Jazz. He'll look to carry some of his hot shooting into that game."

Per Rotoworld, "Domantas Sabonis played 38 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Lakers, amassing 17 points (6-of-10 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), 19 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals, and one blocked shot. Sometimes, you have someone's number. That has been the case for Sabonis when he faces Anthony Davis, as the Kings center has won the last 10 meetings. Wednesday's triple-double was Sabonis' 23rd of the season, which is tops in the NBA. Over the past two weeks, he has been a top 5 player in 8- and 9-cat formats, averaging 21.4 points, 16.9 rebounds, 8.4 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.0 blocks while shooting 61.0% from the field and 76.5% from the foul line. He has been a top 20 player for the season, closing in on 1st-round value in 8-cat formats. Sacramento finishes Week 20 with a home game against the Knicks on Saturday."

Per Rotoworld, "Anthony Davis played 41 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Kings, recording a line of 22 points (7-of-18 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), 10 rebounds, three assists, one steal, one block, and one 3-pointer. In a script that has become all too familiar for Laker fans, Davis was outplayed by Domantas Sabonis, who has come out on top in each of the last 10 meetings. Davis still recorded his 13th consecutive double-double and 53rd of the season, and he remains a top 5 fantasy player in 8- and 9-cat formats. But on a night when the Lakers needed a win to draw closer to the Kings in the standings, they needed more from their star center. Saturday's matchup with the Lakers should be better for Davis, especially if Draymond Green (back) is not cleared to play for the visiting Warriors."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Wednesday, March 13, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Josh Hart, Shai, Anthony Edwards, De'Aaron Fox, Giannis.

Per Rotoworld, "Kawhi Leonard (thoracic spasms) has left the arena and will not return to Tuesday's matchup with Minnesota. Leonard was seen going to the locker room and exiting in street clothes. A report during the TNT broadcast said that Leonard had reportedly left the arena, which means that his night is likely over. The Clippers officially released that he left due to back spasms, and he was uncomfortable sitting on the bench, which resulted in him leaving the arena altogether. Amir Coffey and Norman Powell should see extra minutes in his place in the second half."

Per Rotoworld, "Tre Jones led the Spurs with 24 points (9-of-15 FGs), three rebounds, five assists, three steals and four 3-pointers in a 103-101 loss to Houston on Tuesday. Most of Jones' value this season has come from his assists, and managers certainly haven't relied on him to score. In fact, he scored a total of 21 points across his previous five games heading into this one. He ended up scoring at least 20 points for just the third time this season and having his highest-scoring performance since he dropped a season-high 30 points against Chicago in January. This type of scoring night shouldn't be considered the norm moving forward, but it was a nice boost for the managers that have him rostered."

Per Rotoworld, "Domantas Sabonis recorded yet another double-double on Tuesday with 22 points (10-of-14 FGs), 11 rebounds, eight assists and one steal in a 129-94 win over the Bucks. Sabonis extended his double-double streak to 47 games, which is the longest single-season streak in franchise history. Jerry Lucas had 55 straight double-doubles in 1968, but that streak was across two separate seasons. It is the 17th-longest streak in NBA history, and if he gets one in their next game, he will tie Kareem Abdul-Jabaar's 48 straight that he set in the early 70s. Ironically, he will have a chance to tie Kareem's record against the other team that he played for as they host the Lakers on Wednesday. This consistent dominance has allowed him to provide top ten value over the past month and top five value over the past week."

Per Rotoworld, "Giannis Antetokounmpo led Milwaukee with 30 points (10-of-17 FGs, 10-of-14 FTs), 13 rebounds, four assists and one steal in a 129-94 loss to Sacramento on Tuesday. Despite an ugly blowout loss to the Kings, Giannis was still able to provide his typical production. He didn't get much help from his teammates, but he scored at least 30 points for the third straight game and at least 20 for the 12th straight game, which is a streak that extends back to before the All-Star break. This game wrapped up a four-game west coast road trip for the Bucks, and they head home after going 1-3 in those games. They have home games on Thursday and Sunday, and Giannis should post gaudy numbers as they look to get back on track."

Per Rotoworld, "Anthony Edwards led Minnesota with 37 points (15-of-29 FGs), eight rebounds, four assists, one steal and two triples in a 118-100 win over the Clippers on Tuesday. Ant Man has been extra aggressive with his shot since Karl-Anthony Towns went down, and that continued in this game. He is averaging 28.5 shot attempts per game during their last four games without KAT, which is way up from his season average of 20.0 attempts. He is undoubtedly the focal point of the offense, and he should continue to have big scoring nights as they battle for the top seed in the West. Unfortunately, they only have one more game this week, which will limit his impact in the fantasy playoffs during this matchup."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Tuesday, March 12, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, Kevin Durant, Jamal Murray, Wemby.

Per Rotoworld, "According to Cleveland.com's Chris Fedor, Evan Mobley (left ankle sprain) is no longer wearing a protective boot on his foot. Monday's loss to the Suns was the fourth game Mobley has missed since spraining his ankle during a March 5 win over the Celtics. While removing the walking boot represents progress, Fedor also reported that it is believed Mobley's return is further away than Donovan Mitchell's. Mobley will be re-evaluated on Wednesday, the same day Cleveland begins a three-game road trip in New Orleans. Georges Niang (eight points, three rebounds, one assist, and one steal in 26 minutes vs. Phoenix) should remain in the starting lineup until Dean Wade (personal reasons) rejoins the team."

Per Rotoworld, "Jamal Murray came alive in the second half and contributed 26 points (11-of-19 FGs), five rebounds, 12 assists, two blocks and two 3-pointers against the Raptors on Monday. It was an ugly first half for Denver as they entered the break down 68-51. Murray only had five points, but he took over after that. He had 21 points and seven dimes in the second half to help the Nuggets make a massive comeback to beat the short-handed Raptors. He had a rough night from the free throw line (2-of-5) which is uncharacteristic for him, but there is no reason to think that trend will continue. They will kick off a four-game road trip in Miami on Wednesday, with three of those games coming this week."

Per Rotoworld, "Jayson Tatum finished Monday's win over Portland with 26 points (9-of-23 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, eight assists, and two 3-pointers in 36 minutes. For the 83rd time in their NBA careers, Tatum and Jaylen Brown scored at least 25 points each in the same game (6th-most in league history). Neither finished with high field-goal percentages, but the former dished out eight assists while committing just one turnover. Over the past two weeks, Tatum has provided top 20 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats, ranking a few spots higher in the former. Like Brown, Tatum has been dealing with an injury recently, showing up on the injury report with a right ankle impingement. Fantasy managers should consider him questionable for Tuesday's game against the Jazz, the final game of Boston's road trip."

Per Rotoworld, "Scoot Henderson started Monday's loss to the Celtics and finished with 13 points (5-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, eight assists, and one 3-pointer in 33 minutes. After coming off the bench in his first game back from injury on Saturday, Henderson returned to the starting lineup on Monday. While the five turnovers were a negative, the rookie did lead the Blazers with eight assists. Henderson has dished out eight or more in three of his last five outings and reached double figures in points in eight straight. Henderson will have every opportunity to “learn on the job" down the stretch, so playing time will not be an issue. Managers who are either punting field goal percentage or have enough production to nullify Henderson's deficiency should not hesitate to slot him into their nightly lineups."

Per Rotoworld, "Deandre Ayton shot 11-of-19 from the field in Monday's loss to the Celtics, finishing with 22 points, 15 rebounds, and one assist in 33 minutes. Ayton has recorded a double-double in five straight and seven of his last eight games while grabbing at least 15 rebounds in his first two games back from a hand injury. As long as he's available, Ayton has provided consistent fantasy value since mid-January. The concern is the Blazers deciding to shut him down at some point, as the team is not going to the postseason, and Ayton has missed extended periods on multiple occasions due to injury. While Duop Reath (eight points, one rebound, and two 3-pointers in 13 minutes) can undoubtedly be dropped right now, it would be wise to keep his name on watch lists in deep leagues."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Monday, March 11, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Anthony Davis, Domantas Sabonis, Giannis, Damian Lillard, Anthony Edwards.

Per Rotoworld, "GG Jackson shot 10-of-19 from the field and 7-of-8 from the foul line in Sunday's 124-93 loss to the Thunder, scoring 30 points with six rebounds, three assists, one block, and three 3-pointers in 37 minutes. While Jackson did score 12 of his points in the fourth quarter, when none of the Thunder starters played, this was a big night for the rookie. That's a new high for the second-round pick, who put up seven straight double-digit scoring efforts last month. Given how long the Grizzlies' injury list is, and will likely remain until the season ends, Jackson is a player who could be of high value when the fantasy playoffs begin. He'll play plenty, whether he starts or comes off the bench. And the schedule sets up well for Jackson. Memphis plays three games in Week 20, but the first two are against the Wizards and Hornets."

Per Rotoworld, "Anthony Davis finished Sunday's 120-109 win over Minnesota with 27 points (9-of-17 FGs, 9-of-13 FTs), 25 rebounds, five assists, seven steals, and three blocked shots in 39 minutes. With Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns both sidelined due to injury, Davis met little resistance in the paint on Friday. He was dominant on both ends of the floor, making history in the process. Davis became the second player to account for at least 20 points, 20 rebounds, five assists, and seven steals in a game since the NBA began recording steals in 1983, with Charles Barkley being the first. Also, he is the first player in the league's history to account for at least 25 points, 25 rebounds, five assists, and five steals in a game. The negative for fantasy managers is that the Lakers only play two games in Week 20, beginning with the Kings on Wednesday."

Per Rotoworld, "Saddiq Bey will miss the rest of the season with a torn left ACL, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. With Jalen Johnson banged up and Onyeka Okongwu sidelined, De'Andre Hunter figures to see a big uptick in playing time and production moving forward. Vit Krejci could be in line for additional playing time, but he's done little in two recent starts. Garrison Mathews and Wesley Matthews could also absorb some of Bey's minutes, but neither of them are appealing streamers, and they can remain on the waiver wire."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Friday, March 8, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Nikola Jokic, Jaylen Brown, Antony Edwards, Domantas Sabonis, Luka Doncic.

Per Rotoworld, "Domantas Sabonis played 38 minutes in Thursday's win over San Antonio, accumulating 31 points (14-of-19 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), 17 rebounds, nine assists, one steal, one block, and one 3-pointer. For all that Sabonis did offensively and on the glass, his biggest play on Thursday came on the defensive end of the floor. He picked off a Malaki Branham pass and took it the other way for a dunk with 7.1 seconds remaining, giving Sacramento the 131-129 victory. While Domas has been the model of consistency regarding double-doubles, last failing to record one on November 29, Thursday's was only his fourth with at least 30 points since the streak began. Sabonis has been a top-10 player in 8- and 9-cat formats over the past two months, exceeding his Yahoo ADP (14)."

Per Rotoworld, "Nikola Vucevic led Chicago with 33 points (14-of-23 FGs), 11 rebounds, five assists and three 3-pointers in a 125-122 win over Golden State on Thursday. Vooch has been a solid scorer this season, but he set a new season-high for points in this game. In fact, this was the first time that he scored at least 30 points in a game since January of 2023, which was a career-high tying 43-point performance against... Golden State. Vucevic's numbers are down over the past couple of weeks, but he has provided third round value over the last two months. He'll look to keep his scoring up as the wrap up the week with a road game against the Clippers on Saturday."

Per Rotoworld, "Jaylen Brown played 41 minutes in Thursday's 115-109 loss to the Nuggets, scoring 42 points (16-of-29 FGs, 8-of-15 FTs) with 13 rebounds, four assists, three steals, and two 3-pointers. Brown had an excellent night in Denver, putting up a season-high in points while recording his fifth double-double of the season. However, foul shooting remains an issue, as he missed seven of his 15 attempts on the night. Brown has been a 3rd-round player in 9-cat formats over the past two weeks but has only shot 65.6% from the foul line. Brown has scored 30 points or more in three of his last seven games, shooting well over 50% from the field. But cleaning up the free throws would do wonders for his fantasy value in category leagues."

Per Rotoworld, "Devin Vassell accounted for 30 points (11-of-18 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, nine assists, two steals, one block, and four 3-pointers in Thursday's 131-129 loss to the Kings in 39 minutes. With Victor Wembanyama (ankle) out for at least two games, Vassell's prominent role within the Spurs offense has expanded. He produced his first 30-point game since February 22, when he scored 32 points on the Kings. Vassell is up to four 30-point games on the season and has been a 4th-round player in 9-cat formats over the past two weeks. With Wembanyama not traveling with the Spurs for their two-game northern California road trip, Vassell could be a valuable play in DFS tournaments on Saturday when San Antonio visits Golden State."

Per Rotoworld, "Kristaps Porzingis shot 9-of-23 from the field and 3-of-4 from the foul line in Thursday's loss to the Nuggets, scoring 24 points with 12 rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block, and three 3-pointers in 35 minutes. Porzingis has scored 24 points in three straight games, providing top 20 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats over the last three weeks. In those outings, he has shot 47.3 % from the field and 90.9% from the foul line, averaging 24.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.0 steals, 1.7 blocks, and 3.3 3-pointers. Porzingis continued to exceed his Yahoo ADP (41), making him one of the better value picks in fantasy basketball among players who entered the season with top 50 expectations."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Thursday, March 7, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Alperen Sengun, Domantas Sabonis, Jaren Jackson Jr, De'Aaron Fox, LeBron James.

Per Rotoworld, "Andrew Wiggins finished Wednesday's 125-90 win over Milwaukee with three points (1-of-5 FGs), two rebounds, two assists, one steal, and one 3-pointer in 14 minutes. Wiggins was back on the court after missing the Warriors' four-game road trip for personal reasons, so the limited minutes tally was unsurprising. Fantasy managers should not read too much into that, but it may be a few games before he's back to his usual minutes allotment. Wiggins' return bumped Moses Moody to the bench, and he finished with six points, four rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one blocked shot in 21 minutes, shooting 3-of-7 from the field. Moody's only rostered in eight percent of Yahoo leagues and was not a popular streaming option when Wiggins was away from the team."

Per Rotoworld, "Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 37 points (13-of-23 FGs, 11-of-12 FTs), three rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block in a 128-120 win over the Trail Blazers on Wednesday. SGA didn't provide his typical well-rounded brilliance, but he did have his highest-scoring performance in nearly a month. He has now scored at least 30 points in eight of his last nine games, and he has scored in the low 30's rather consistently. However, he was held to “just" 20 points in their last game, so this was a solid response to help them wrap up their road trip with a win. Their next four games will be at home, with games on Friday and Sunday to wrap up this week. There's no reason to think that SGA won't continue to dominate."

Per Rotoworld, "Domantas Sabonis accounted for 16 points (7-of-13 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), 20 rebounds, 12 assists, and two steals in 37 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Lakers. Sabonis' point total does not tell the whole story of how dominant he was in the paint on Wednesday. The three-time All-Star posted his sixth 20-rebound game of the season while notching his 22nd triple-double. Sabonis got Anthony Davis into early foul trouble, and the Kings walked down the Lakers after trailing by as much as 19 in the first quarter. He's providing top-20 per-game value in 8-cat formats for the season while sitting just outside the top 25 in 9-cat. The free throw percentage (69.3%) hasn't been great, but Sabonis's production across the board makes up for that deficiency."

Per Rotoworld, "Karl-Anthony Towns will be sidelined indefinitely due to a torn meniscus in his left knee. This is a tough blow for the top-seeded Timberwolves and for fantasy managers who are prepping for the fantasy playoffs. Towns' absence means Kyle Anderson and Naz Reid are must-roster players, and Anderson is more widely available off the waiver wire. Towns is droppable in redraft leagues, as he won't be able to provide any value for the rest of the fantasy season."

Per Rotoworld, "Ben Simmons is out for the season while he “consults with specialists and explores treatment options for the nerve impingement in his lower back." In what might be the least shocking NBA news you'll read today, Simmons won't take the court again in the 2023-24 campaign. Since leaving Philadelphia at the end of the 2020-21 campaign, Simmons has appeared in just 57 total games for Brooklyn across three seasons. If you're still holding him in redraft leagues, now's the time to drop him. You can ditch your daily ibuprofen and the headaches associated with rostering Simmons. There are no direct pickups here, as Simmons has only appeared in 15 games, and Brooklyn is dealing with a litany of injuries up and down the depth chart. Dennis Schroder should continue to soak up minutes at PG, while Dennis Smith Jr. and Lonnie Walker IV have some “silly season" appeal."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Wednesday, March 6, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Alperen Sengun, Luka Doncic, Kristaps Porzingis, Fred VanVleet, Jalen Johnson.

Per Rotoworld, "Jimmy Butler played 36 minutes in Tuesday's 118-110 win over the Pistons, accounting for 26 points (7-of-13 FGs, 11-of-12 FTs), six rebounds, eight assists, two steals, and one 3-pointer. Butler is starting to heat up, as he's scored 21 points or more in five straight and 11 of his last 12 games. According to Basketball Monster, he's providing top 20 per-game value in 9-cat formats for the season and ranked sixth over the previous three weeks. One indicator of Butler's impact is his free throw attempts; when he hits double digits in that category, the Heat usually win. Miami has won six straight games in which Jimmy has attempted at least ten free throws."

Per Rotoworld, "Kristaps Porzingis finished Tuesday's loss to the Cavaliers with 24 points (9-of-18 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), nine rebounds, three assists, two steals, three blocks, and three 3-pointers in 32 minutes. Active after sitting out Sunday's win over the Warriors with a left quad contusion, Porzingis played 32 minutes without issue and looked relatively sharp. In addition to shooting the ball well, this was the first game in which he recorded at least five “stocks" since February 1 (one steal and five blocks against the Lakers). Over the past three weeks, Porzingis has averaged 20.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 0.7 steals, 1.7 blocks, and 2.7 3-pointers, good for top 10 per-game value in 9-cat formats."

Per Rotoworld, "Alperen Sengun had the best game of his NBA career on Tuesday, finishing the Rockets' 114-101 win over the Spurs with 45 points (19-of-32 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), 16 rebounds, three assists, five steals, one block, and two 3-pointers in 37 minutes. Saying Sengun rose to the challenge of Victor Wembanyama would be a severe understatement. The third-year center was outstanding, establishing new career highs in points (45) and steals (five). This was the first time Sengun scored at least 40 points in an NBA game. Boasting a Yahoo ADP of 57, he's outperformed that spot in 8-cat formats by a solid margin, ranking 41st according to Basketball Monster. Foul shooting (70.7%) has been a lingering issue for Sengun; pushing that percentage into the mid-70s would give his fantasy value a welcome boost."

Per Rotoworld, "Jalen Johnson led Atlanta with 26 points (12-of-17 FGs), nine rebounds, seven assists, one steal and two 3-pointers in a 116-110 win over New York on Tuesday. Johnson had one of his worst games of the season on Saturday, but he responded well in this one. He nearly set a new career-high for points and came close to recording the first triple-double of his career. Aside from their two-game stretch against Brooklyn, Johnson has been incredible since Trae Young went down. There's no reason to think that Johnson won't continue to shine over the final month of his breakout season as they fight for a spot in the Play-In Tournament. He'll look to keep it going against Cleveland on Wednesday."

Per Rotoworld, "Luka Doncic logged 43 minutes in Tuesday's 137-120 loss to the Pacers, tallying 39 points (15-of-30 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), 10 rebounds, 11 assists, and four 3-pointers. Named the Western Conference Player of the Month for February, Doncic has recorded a 30-point triple-double in four straight games. Over the past three weeks, he's ranked second in 8- and 9-cat per-game value according to Basketball Monster. Doncic was at his best during the second quarter, shooting 7-of-9 from the field and hitting three 3-pointers. However, his outburst did not prevent the Mavericks from losing the quarter (39-38), and Indiana would pull away during the third. Dallas plays two more games in Week 19, beginning with the Heat at home on Thursday."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Tuesday, March 5, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Jordan Clarkson, Anfernee Simons, Anthony Davis, Coby White, Rudy Gobert.

Per Rotoworld, "Jordan Clarkson shot 13-of-26 from the field and 8-of-9 from the foul line in Monday's 127-115 win over the Wizards, accounting for 38 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists, one steal, and four 3-pointers in 36 minutes. Active after sitting out Saturday's loss to the Heat with an illness, Clarkson made up for lost time in a big way. Finishing three assists shy of a triple-double, the 38 points were a season-high for Clarkson, who is up to seven 30-point games. While Clarkson has only been a 12th-round player in 8-cat formats for the season, he has provided top-75 value over the past two weeks. Clarkson's explosive scoring ability, especially with Lauri Markkanen (quad) sidelined, is why he remains rostered in most standard leagues despite where he's ranked."

Per Rotoworld, "Rudy Gobert dominated Portland and finished with 25 points (9-of-10 FGs), 16 rebounds, one steal and three blocks in a 119-114 win on Monday. This certainly wasn't the best performance of the season for Minnesota, but Gobert had no issues dominating this game. Before fouling out, he had his second-highest scoring night of the season and had exactly 16 rebounds for the third straight game. Gobert's reemergence in his second season in Minnesota has been pivotal in helping them have one of the best records in the league. It has also been great for fantasy managers, as he has provided second round value over the last two weeks. Minnesota has three more games this week, and Gobert should continue to dominate the paint in all of them."

Per Rotoworld, "John Collins amassed 17 points (7-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 15 rebounds, one assist, six blocks, and one 3-pointer in 35 minutes in Monday's win over the Wizards. On Monday, Collins was elite on both ends of the floor, recording his 20th double-double of the season with a career-high six blocked shots. By comparison, he had just 11 double-doubles during the 2022-23 campaign, his last in Atlanta. While there have been defensive issues at times, Collins has taken well to the small-ball center role, providing 3rd-round per-game value in 8-cat formats over the past two weeks. A top 100 player in 8- and 9-cat formats, JC has outperformed his Yahoo ADP (102) this season."

Per Rotoworld, "Domantas Sabonis dominated the glass on Monday and finished with 18 points (7-of-18 FGs), 19 rebounds, four assists and two steals against Chicago. Per usual, Sabonis recorded a double-double. This was his 43rd straight, which is the 19th-longest streak in NBA history. This is the longest streak since Kevin Love went 53 straight games with a double-double during the 2010-11 season. Unfortunately, he was battling foul trouble throughout the game and ended up fouling out with about three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. They weren't able to hang on and secure the win after Sabonis fouled out, but Sabonis still dominated in the box score. He'll look to keep his double-double streak going against the Lakers on Wednesday."

Per Rotoworld, "Coby White led Chicago with 37 points (14-of-19 FGs), five rebounds, seven assists, one steal and five 3-pointers in a 113-109 win over Sacramento on Monday. White has really struggled with his shot since the All-Star break, but after finally shooting well in their last game, White was unstoppable in this one. He set a new career-high for scoring and helped the Bulls complete a 22-point comeback. At his Yahoo ADP of 130.3, White has been one of the best late-round picks in fantasy basketball this season. He should continue to provide strong numbers for the remainder of the season as Chicago fights to hang on to a spot in the Play-In Tournament. Managers should expect to have to draft him much earlier next season."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Monday, March 4, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Shai, Wemby, Luka Doncic, Josh Hart, Jusuf Nurkic.

Per Rotoworld, "Josh Hart logged 45 minutes in Sunday's 107-98 win over Cleveland, accounting for 13 points (5-of-12 FGs), 19 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals, two blocks, and three 3-pointers. For most teams, losing your franchise player one minute into a game would be the proverbial death knell. That wasn't the case for the Knicks, as Hart was one of the players who stepped up after Jalen Brunson suffered a knee injury one minute in. Not only did he match his career high with 19 rebounds, but Hart also notched his third triple-double of the season. Hart is rostered in 72% of Yahoo leagues, and that number should only increase moving forward. The Knicks return home for three games during Week 19, beginning with the Hawks on Tuesday."

Per Rotoworld, "Victor Wembanyama shot 11-of-17 from the field and 6-of-7 from the foul line in Sunday's 117-105 win over the Pacers, finishing with 31 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, one steal, six blocks, and three 3-pointers in 31 minutes. Add the Pacers to the list of teams who've failed to come up with an answer for Wembanyama. The rookie phenom has recorded a double-double in six straight games, and this was his first 30-point double-double since December 13 (30/13/2/3/6 vs. Lakers). Providing top 10 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats, Wembanyama is ranked first in both over the past three weeks, according to Basketball Monster. Undoubtedly the top pick in dynasty leagues for next season, it's time to begin discussing if Wemby should also be the top pick in redrafts. The combination of skill set and mesmerizing upside may be too much to pass up next fall. San Antonio hits the road for three games during Week 19, beginning with the Rockets on Tuesday."

Per Rotoworld, "Immanuel Quickley shot 6-of-14 from the field and 8-of-8 from the foul line in Sunday's win over the Hornets, accumulating 22 points, seven rebounds, 11 assists, and two 3-pointers in 36 minutes. With Scottie Barnes (finger) out indefinitely, Quickley should have the ball in his hands even more moving forward. He dished out 11 assists for the second straight game while recording his first 20-point double-double of the season. Quickley's fantasy value has been boosted since his move from New York, and he's been excellent over the past three weeks. Averaging 18.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, 6.4 assists, 1.1 steals, 0.4 blocks, and 3.3 3-pointers, IQ has been a 3rd-round player in 9-cat formats during this stretch. The Raptors are scheduled to play three games in Week 19."

Per Rotoworld, "Darius Garland tallied 19 points (7-of-14 FGs), four rebounds, five assists, two steals, and five 3-pointers in 39 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Knicks. Garland has recently been hot from beyond the arc, making 20 3-pointers in his last three games. He hit five on Sunday, but that didn't prevent the Cavaliers from suffering a disappointing loss at the hands of the undermanned Knicks. Averaging 4.1 3-pointers per game, Garland has been a 6th-round player in 9-cat formats over the past two weeks. Donovan Mitchell (knee) being sidelined hasn't helped matters, but Garland and the Cavaliers remain second in the Eastern Conference standings. The Cavs play four games in Week 19."

Per Rotoworld, "Shai Gilgeous-Alexander accounted for 35 points (15-of-27 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), eight rebounds, nine assists, three steals, and two blocked shots in 38 minutes in Sunday's 118-110 win over Phoenix. Like many teams, the Suns had no answer for Gilgeous-Alexander on Sunday. The MVP candidate missed all five 3-point attempts but shot over 50% from the field while recording a full stat line. SGA ranks first in 9-cat, per-game value and second in 8-cat, trailing only the currently injured Joel Embiid. Over the past two weeks, Gilgeous-Alexander is ranked fourth in both formats, according to Basketball Monster. Oklahoma City is back in action on Monday as they visit the Lakers to begin a four-game Week 19 slate."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Friday, March 1, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Anthony Davis, Wemby, Michael Porter Jr, Devin Vassell, Devin Booker.

Per Rotoworld, "Victor Wembanyama posted a full line on Thursday with 28 points (9-of-17 FGs), 13 rebounds, seven assists, two steals, five blocks and five 3-pointers in a 132-118 win over Oklahoma City. Another day, another insane statline for the rookie phenom. In a head-to-head matchup with the only other player that has even a tiny chance of winning Rookie of the year, Wemby stuffed the stat sheet and set a new career-high for 3-pointers made in a game. He made clutch plays down the stretch, including knocking down two triples and blocking a Chet Holmgren jumper to seal the win. It's difficult to overstate just how dominant Wembanyama has been, especially for a rookie. He should continue to be one of the best players in fantasy basketball for the rest of the season, as well as the rest of his career."

Per Rotoworld, "Jabari Smith Jr. recorded a stat line of 11 points (3-of-11 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), 16 rebounds, one steal, one blocked shot, and one 3-pointer in 37 minutes. Smith struggled shooting the basketball, but he has been a beast on the boards since the All-Star break. Three of his top four rebounding games as a pro have come in the last week. Sandwiched between two 16-rebound efforts against the Suns (February 23 and 29) was a 17-rebound night against the Thunder on February 25. Due to the increased production on the glass, Smith has provided 1st-round per-game value in 9-cat formats since the break. If he continues to attack the boards at this rate, Smith's shooting struggles (38.5% FG since the break) won't be as impactful on his fantasy value."

Per Rotoworld, "Michael Porter Jr. led Denver with 30 points (12-of-23 FGs), 11 rebounds, three assists, two steals, two blocks and four 3-pointers in a 103-97 win over Miami on Thursday. After two straight poor performances, MPJ got back on track on Thursday. He had his third 30-point game of the season, with one of the others coming less than a week prior to this one. This was also just his second game of the season with at least two steals and two blocks. He did a little bit of everything to help the Nuggets secure the win in an NBA Finals rematch despite Jamal Murray's early exit. He has been a top-20 player in fantasy basketball over the last two weeks and will look to keep it going in LA on Saturday."

Per Rotoworld, "LeBron James played 38 minutes in Thursday's 134-131 win over Washington, accumulating 31 points (12-of-24 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists, one steal, one block, and two 3-pointers. James was back on the floor Thursday night after his fourth-quarter heroics in Wednesday's comeback win over the Clippers. With his 31 points, he's nine away from 40,000 for his storied career, which no player has done in NBA/ABA history. In a perfect world, the Lakers would have quickly taken care of the Wizards to get LeBron and Anthony Davis additional rest. That didn't happen, but they did avoid losing to a team that is now 9-50 on the season. LeBron should crack the 40,000-point threshold early in Saturday's game against the Nuggets."

Per Rotoworld, "Kyle Kuzma shot 7-of-16 from the field and 2-of-2 from the foul line in Thursday's overtime loss to the Lakers, finishing with 20 points, 10 rebounds, four assists, one steal, three blocks, and four 3-pointers in 37 minutes. Kuzma had a chance to send Thursday's game into a second overtime, but his 3-point attempt in the final seconds of the first extra session missed the mark. He's recorded 20-point double-doubles in back-to-back games for the first time since November 22-24 and has scored 20 or more in six of his last seven outings. Turnovers have been the most significant issue for Kuzma recently, as he's averaged three per game over the past three weeks. While Kuz has been a top 50 player in 8-cat during that stretch, he's ranked just outside the top 75 in 9-cat."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Wednesday, February 28, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Luka Doncic, Anthony Edwards, Jimmy Butler, Jayson Tatum, Wemby.

Per Rotoworld, "Jaylen Brown shot 11-of-14 from the field and 8-of-10 from the foul line in Tuesday's 117-99 win over Philadelphia, accumulating 31 points, six rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one 3-pointer in 35 minutes. The lone negative for Brown on Tuesday was the turnover count, as he was responsible for a team-high four. But he was elite shooting the basketball, more than making up for that lone deficiency. The 8-of-10 night from the foul line was a nice bonus, as Brown is shooting 63.3% over the past three weeks. The foul shooting and turnovers are why he has provided 13th-round value in 9-cat formats over the past three weeks. While Brown isn't a terrible fantasy option, those deficiencies will make it difficult for him to reach his Yahoo ADP (36) before the season's end."

Per Rotoworld, "Jayson Tatum accounted for 29 points (9-of-20 FGs, 10-of-11 FTs), 11 rebounds, eight assists, one steal, one block, and one 3-pointer in 35 minutes in Tuesday's win over the 76ers. Tatum struggled from deep, making just one of his seven attempts, but he did everything else for the team with the NBA's best record. He was 8-of-13 from two while finishing two assists shy of a triple-double, committing just one turnover. Tatum is providing top-15 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats; that isn't on par with his Yahoo ADP (5), but he certainly hasn't fallen off. Boston hosts Dallas on Thursday in a matchup of two players (Tatum and Luka Doncic) worthy of MVP chatter."

Per Rotoworld, "Alperen Sengun led Houston with 23 points (8-of-13 FGs, 7-of-12 FTs), 11 rebounds, six assists, two steals, two blocks and five turnovers in a 112-95 loss to the Thunder. Despite an uninspiring performance from Houston as a team, Sengun was able to provide solid value for fantasy managers. It wasn't a flawless performance, with his free throw shooting (7-of-12) and turnovers (5) both limiting his production. Still, he was able to contribute in every other category. The poor free throw shooting has limited his value this season, though he has still been a top-75 player in 9-cat leagues despite shooting 70.4% from the line. Regardless, he should continue to contribute well-rounded value for the rest of the season, even if the free throw shooting is unlikely to improve."

Per Rotoworld, "Jalen Williams posted a full line on Tuesday with 24 points (11-of-17 FGs), five rebounds, five assists, two steals, two blocks and two 3-pointers in a 112-95 win over the Rockets. JDub went into the All-Star break with two straight 30+ point games, but he hasn't been quite as dominant since then. That can partially be attributed to blowouts, as he played less than 20 minutes against Washington and only took 13 shots against the Clippers. However, he has had at least five assists in their four games since the break, and he has scored at least 20 in their last two matchups, which were both closer games and against the Rockets. They head to San Antonio to play on Thursday, and JDub hasn't produced much in their two other matchups this season because the Thunder have blown them out in both. Hopefully this game will stay close long enough for Williams to be productive."

Per Rotoworld, "Jimmy Butler played 33 minutes in Tuesday's 106-96 win over Portland, tallying 22 points (7-of-12 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), four rebounds, nine assists, four steals, two blocks, and one 3-pointer. After serving a one-game suspension, Butler did not skip a beat in the second game of Miami's west coast trip. The six “stocks" were the most in a game for him this season, and he was also one assist shy of a double-double. While availability has been a concern, Butler is providing top 20 per-game value in 9-cat formats. As for totals, he has been a 6th-round player this season. The Heat will be up against more formidable opposition in its next game, as they visit the Nuggets on Thursday in an NBA Finals rematch."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Tuesday, February 27, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Scottie Barnes, Bennedict Mathurin, Jalen Brunson, Bam Adebayo, Cade Cunningham.

Per Rotoworld, "Cade Cunningham finished Monday's 113-111 loss to the Knicks with 32 points (10-of-19 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, eight assists, two blocks, and five 3-pointers in 36 minutes. While Cunningham has largely cleaned up the turnovers after his first 20 games, that was the issue for him on Monday. He was responsible for five, and the Pistons committed 17 as a team, with two in the final seconds ultimately leading to Josh Hart's game-winning basket. The good news for fantasy managers, especially those punting turnovers, is that Cunningham had a good night otherwise. He has scored 30 points or more in two of his last three games, and he dished out eight assists for the third time in four. Detroit will look to bounce back when it hosts Chicago on Tuesday, but Cade has not played both ends of a back-to-back since December 15-16. Consider him questionable for that matchup."

Per Rotoworld, "Pascal Siakam logged 37 minutes in Monday's loss to the Raptors, posting a line of 27 points (11-of-22 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), nine rebounds, six assists, one block, and three 3-pointers. With Tyrese Haliburton failing to find his groove offensively, Siakam had to provide more scoring for the Pacers. Spicy P played well in his second game against the Raptors since being traded, finishing one rebound shy of a double-double while also dishing out six assists. The 27 points are the most Siakam has scored in a game since February 6, when he accumulated 29 in a win over the Rockets. Over the past month, Siakam is ranked just outside the top 50 in 9-cat, per-game value."

Per Rotoworld, "Ben Simmons (left leg soreness) accounted for four points (2-of-2 FGs), six rebounds, and three assists in 14 minutes in Monday's win over Memphis. Simmons was available for Monday's game after prematurely exiting Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves. He came off the bench in Memphis, an unsurprising change due to the minutes restriction. What's also unsurprising is the fact that Simmons will not be available for Tuesday's game in Orlando. Fantasy managers who added Dennis Schroder after he was announced as a starter on Monday should hold onto him."

Per Rotoworld, "Bam Adebayo finished Monday's 121-110 win over Sacramento with 28 points (11-of-18 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), 10 rebounds, seven assists, two steals, and one blocked shot in 36 minutes. Given the combination of injuries and suspensions the Heat were dealing with, there weren't many fantasy options that fantasy managers could rely on. Adebayo was the exception, and the All-Star center did his usual handiwork to lead Miami to the win. He's up to 31 double-doubles on the season, and Bam has also scored 20 points or more in five of his last six games. Over the past three weeks, he has provided top 20 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats. Miami will have Jimmy Butler (suspension) available for Tuesday's game in Portland, but that will not negatively impact Adebayo."

Per Rotoworld, "Domantas Sabonis shot 6-of-8 from the field and 1-of-4 from the foul line in Monday's 121-110 loss to Miami, accounting for 14 points, 14 rebounds, 10 assists, and one 3-pointer in 40 minutes. Sabonis finished Monday's defeat with his third triple-double in as many games, but his impact was muted compared to Sunday's win over the Clippers. Currently leading the NBA in triple-doubles with 21, he's recorded at least a double-double in 40 straight games. Sabonis' turnover count (four) on Monday left something to be desired, but he has still provided top 10 per-game value in 8- and 9-cat formats over the past three weeks. Things won't get easier, either, as Sabonis and the Kings finish Week 18 with road games against the Nuggets and Timberwolves."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Sunday, February 25, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Karl-Anthony Towns, Anthony Edwards, Jalen Brunson, Jalen Duren, Jaylen Brown.

Per Rotoworld, "Jalen Duren compiled 16 points, 11 rebounds, three assists, a steal and four swats across 33 minutes Saturday in a 112-109 loss to the Magic. Much like Cade Cunningham, Duren went into the All-Star break amid a slump. He averaged just 7.5 points and 8.5 boards in two games before the break, but since returning, Duren has two straight double-doubles to his credit, with averages of 15.5 points, 12.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks. Saturday's double-double marks his 29th in 41 games this season, and the second-year man is averaging a healthy 14 points and 12 boards per tilt. He's fifth in the NBA in rebounds per game. The biggest boost to Duren's fantasy value would be a more consistent defensive presence. Before Saturday's four-block showing, he had swatted only five shots in 12 games. On the season, he boasts only seven multi-block games."

Per Rotoworld, "Jalen Brunson finished Saturday's loss to Boston with 34 points, three rebounds, nine assists, a steal and four triples across 38 minutes. Brunson was cooking in this one, easily leading his team in the scoring department and finishing as the game's leading scorer overall. He rolled to 32 points through three quarters but couldn't get much going in the final frame, as New York dropped a fourth straight game to Boston this season. The two teams meet again in April, and New York will have to win that one to avoid a 5-0 sweep at the hands of their Atlantic Division rivals. Brunson should continue to shoulder a heavy load while multiple teammates are sidelined."

Per Rotoworld, "Jaylen Brown delivered 30 points, eight boards, three assists, a steal and three triples across 35 minutes in Saturday's win over the Knicks. Brown was an efficient 13-of-24 in this one, though at various points in the contest, it seemed like he couldn't miss. That was true of the entire Celtics team, which shot 71% in the first half and finished the game with 56.8%. Brown led Boston in scoring, and he's now dropped at least 30 points in three of his last five trips to Madison Square Garden. Boston's next game is Tuesday against Philly, and Brown will look to keep the momentum going in that matchup."

Per Rotoworld, "Mikal Bridges finished Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves with 15 points on 7-of-21 shooting, adding six rebounds, eight assists and a triple. Bridges scored 21 points on 7-of-16 shooting in Thursday's blowout loss to Toronto, but he couldn't keep things going in his second game since returning from the All-Star break. Bridges has shot a respectable 37.2% from beyond the arc this season, so his 1-of-11 shooting from beyond the arc against the Timberwolves can be chalked up to an off-night. Bridges will look to get back on track Monday against Memphis."

Per Rotoworld, "Karl-Anthony Towns posted 28 points, nine rebounds, four assists, a steal, two blocks and four triples Saturday as the Timberwolves defeated the Nets. This was an ugly game, as both teams struggled to find their footing on offense. Towns and Anthony Edwards (29 points) combined for 57 of the Wolves' 101 points, hitting a combined 19-of-40 shots. The rest of the team scored 44 points on 17-of-44 shooting, and this victory was primarily a two-man effort. Towns narrowly missed out on a second straight double-double, but he scored at least 20 points for the third straight contest. He'll look to keep it going against the Spurs on Tuesday."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Saturday, February 24, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Wemby, Nikola Jokic, Kevin Durant, Shai, Giannis.

Per Rotoworld, "Karl-Anthony Towns provided 22 points, 14 rebounds, three assists, a steal and three triples across 35 minutes in Friday's loss to Milwaukee. KAT got off to a good start Friday, securing a 12/10 double-double in the first half on the way to his best rebounding effort in quite some time. In five games before this one, the big man averaged 22.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists, hardly doing much to get fantasy managers excited. His 50-point effort in the All-Star Game didn't translate back to the regular season, as opposing defenders didn't let him catch the ball in space and throw it down in reverse every other possession. Towns and Co. will look to get back in the win column Saturday for the second half of a back-to-back set when the Nets come to town."

Per Rotoworld, "Victor Wembanyama scores 27 points (7-of-16 FG, 10-of-11 FT), 10 rebounds, eight assists, five steals, five blocks, and three 3-pointers in Friday's 123-118 loss to the Lakers. Wembanyama has quickly ascended to the upper echelons of fantasy basketball, securing a top 10 ranking in 9-cat and top 15 in points leagues. His anticipated entry into next season's fantasy drafts as a top-five pick speaks volumes about his extraordinary impact and the high expectations surrounding his performance. Wembanyama's play has been nothing short of revolutionary, earning him the reputation of being an otherworldly talent on the court. His defensive prowess is particularly noteworthy, with Wembanyama recording multiple blocks in 14 of his last 15 games, culminating in a staggering 10-block triple-double. On Friday versus the Lakers, he kept the defensive dominance going, amassing five blocks and five steals. This level of dominance is rare, highlighting his unique ability to alter the course of games. Wemby's blend of size, skill, and defensive acumen makes him a fantasy phenomenon, the likes of which the league has rarely, if ever, seen."

Per Rotoworld, "Deandre Ayton amassed 22 points (11-of-17 FGs), 10 rebounds, and three assists in Friday's loss to the Nuggets in 35 minutes. After having one of his worst games of the season in Portland's final game before the All-Star break, a February 15 loss to the Timberwolves, Ayton was much better on Friday. The double-double was his 19th of the season, and the former first-overall pick has provided top 20 per-game value in 8-cat formats over the past three weeks. While Ayton can have the occasional poor night, the more significant concern for fantasy managers is a potential shutdown later in the season. We've seen Portland pull the plug in past seasons when the postseason was no longer a realistic objective, and Friday's loss dropped the team's record to 15-40."

Per Rotoworld, "Rudy Gobert ended Friday's loss to Milwaukee with 12 points, 19 rebounds, an assist and two blocked shots across 38 minutes. Gobert came into this one with seven straight double-doubles, averaging 15.9 points, 13.4 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in that span. He kept up the strong work on the glass, pulling down a game-high rebound total and putting in work as a shot-blocker. Over the last month, Milwaukee ranks sixth in most rebounds allowed to opponents, so Gobert's monster night shouldn't come as much of a surprise. Minnesota's next opponent, Brooklyn, has allowed the sixth-fewest boards to opponents in that span, making Saturday's matchup a bit more difficult for the “Stifle Tower.""

Per Rotoworld, "Rui Hachimura finished Friday's 123-118 win over the Spurs with 17 points (7-of-11 FGs), seven rebounds, two steals, one block, and three 3-pointers in 35 minutes. Hachimura's performance against the Spurs on Friday is another testament to his growing role and effectiveness on the court. Finishing with 17 points on an efficient 7-for-11 shooting, Hachimura is making the most of his opportunities, showcasing his scoring ability and solidifying his place in the rotation. The fact that he's logged 30 minutes or more in his last 6 games indicates a significant shift toward consistency in his playing time. As he continues to carve out a significant role within his team's lineup, Hachimura's stock is on the rise, making him a player to watch and potentially a valuable pickup."


Fantasy Basketball Notes, Tips and Advice for Friday, February 23, 2024

In yesterday's NBA games, the top fantasy basketball players were Luka Doncic, Wemby, Nikola Jokic, Kyle Kuzma, Shai.

Per Rotoworld, "John Collins dominated the glass on Thursday and finished with nine points (4-of-10 FGs), 18 rebounds, two assists, one block and one 3-pointer against the Hornets. JC set a new season-high for rebounds in this game, which ended up being the most boards that he has had in a game since February of 2022. He has at least 10 rebounds in three straight games and in five of his last seven, which has contributed to him averaging 8.4 rebounds per game this season. That is his highest rebounding average since the 2019-20 season, which was the best statistical season of his career. He hasn't contributed as much value in other categories as he did that season, but he has still been a solid source of boards."

Per Rotoworld, "Anthony Davis played 33 minutes in Thursday's 128-110 loss to the Warriors, amassing 27 points (11-of-19 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), 15 rebounds, one assist, and three blocked shots. The absence of LeBron James (ankle) did not harm Davis's production, as he recorded his third double-double in as many games and 43rd of the season. Having entered the season with a Yahoo ADP just outside the top 10, AD has been a top 5 player in 8- and 9-cat formats. Availability hasn't been a concern, either, which has been an excellent development for managers who have Davis rostered."

Per Rotoworld, "Miles Bridges recorded a double-double on Thursday with 26 points (10-of-20 FGs), 14 rebounds, four assists and four 3-pointers in a 115-107 win over Utah. Bridges came up big late in this game and scored seven points over the final 2:11 of the fourth quarter to help Charlotte secure their fourth straight win. He fell one rebound shy of tying his season-high of 15, which he has done twice this season. Bridges has posted top-40 numbers in 9-cat leagues while averaging career-highs in points, rebounds, steals and 3-pointers. He has taken on more responsibility on the offensive end with LaMelo Ball injured, and there is no reason to think that he won't continue to be an excellent fantasy option moving forward when he is on the court."

Per Rotoworld, "Victor Wembanyama stuffed the stat sheet with 19 points (8-of-21 FGs), 13 rebounds, four assists, five steals, five blocks and a 3-pointer in a 127-122 loss to the Kings on Thursday. Wemby fell just one assist shy of recording a 5x5. There have only been 21 instances of a player finishing with at least five points, five rebounds, five assists, five steals and five blocks, with Jusuf Nurkic being the player to do it most recently when he did it in 2019. In 20 of those 21 games, the players played at least 37 minutes, with Marcus Camby doing it in 34 minutes in 2004. Wemby played 31 minutes on Thursday. This is the closest that he has come to a 5x5, and it is safe to assume that he will reach those marks sooner rather than late."

Per Rotoworld, "De'Aaron Fox led the Kings with 28 points (12-of-18 FGs), five rebounds, nine assists, two steals, one block and two 3-pointers against the Spurs on Thursday. Fox posted a full line in this game, which included a clutch block while recovering on a backcut by Devin Vassell late in the fourth quarter that helped the Kings seal the win. He had scored at least 25 points in three straight games after scoring less than 20 in his previous four. The free throw issues have still bee there (2-of-4 in this game), but he has been excellent in other categories. They close out the week with a road game against the Clippers on Sunday, which will allow Fox a chance to stay hot after getting two days of recovery."



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FANTASY BASKETBALL PLAYER RATINGS
Updated March 9, 2022

BEST FANTASY GUARDS: Luka Doncic, James Harden, Dejounte Murray, Trae Young, Ja Morant, Stephen Curry, Kyrie Irving, Paul George, Damian Lillard, Chris Paul, LaMelo Ball, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Donovan Mitchell, Devin Booker, Fred VanVleet, Bradley Beal, Darius Garland, Russell Westbrook, Zach LaVine, CJ McCollum, De'Aaron Fox, Jrue Holiday, D'Angelo Russell

BEST FANTASY FORWARDS: Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, DeMar DeRozan, Jayson Tatum, Anthony Davis, Domantas Sabonis, Pascal Siakam, Jimmy Butler, Julius Randle, Brandon Ingram, Khris Middleton, Miles Bridges, Kristaps Porzingis, Kyle Kuzma, Tobias Harris, Draymond Green, RJ Barrett, Scottie Barnes, John Collins, OG Anunoby, Jerami Grant, Gordon Hayward

BEST FANTASY CENTERS: Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid, Karl-Anthony Towns, Nikola Vucevic, Bam Adebayo, Rudy Gobert, Jonas Valanciunas, Christian Wood, Jusuf Nurkic, Jarrett Allen, Wendell Carter, Jakob Poeltl, Deandre Ayton, Evan Mobley, Bobby Portis, Clint Capela, Robert Williams, Al Horford, Montrezl Harrell, Myles Turner, Steven Adams, Mo Bamba

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