Around The League
The Pistons continue to be on a tear in the Eastern Conference, securing their 12th straight win on Saturday after beating the Bucks 129-116. This marks their first victory against Milwaukee since 2022. Also in the East, the Toronto Raptors are in good form, recording their 6th straight win to move up to 2nd place in the conference standings. The addition of Brandon Ingram has proved instrumental, as he is averaging 21.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 4.0 assists. In the West, the Oklahoma City Thunder continue to look almost unstoppable. Isaiah Hartenstein has emerged as an unsung anchor for the team this season, averaging 12.4 points, 10.7 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.4 steals while shooting a career-high 70% from the field. Now, let's dive into this week's data-driven insights to give you the edge you need to dominate your matchup.
This Week's Highlights
- Schedule Advantage (4 Games, no B2B): MEM, NYK, SAC
- Waiver-Wire Top Adds: Tobias Harris, Noah Clowney, Vit Krejci
- Rotation Report:⬆️ Drew Eubanks and Precious Achiuwa (Sabonis injury)⬇️ Daniss Jenkins (Ivey return from injury)
The Weekly Slate
Just 10 teams have 4-game weeks due to no games falling on Thanksgiving. Fantasy managers should prioritize players from the following 4-game teams who avoid a back-to-back set, minimizing the likelihood of a planned rest day.
- Memphis Grizzlies
- New York Knicks
- Sacramento Kings
Owning The Waiver Wire
Here are the top players to target this week based on recent trends and their upcoming schedule.
Our top pick for 10-team leagues
Tobias Harris (DET - SF/PF): (Rostered: 58% ESPN, 37% Yahoo)
- Weekly Schedule: @BOS, ORL, @MIA
- Recent Trends: Harris missed time with an injury since November 1 and recently returned on a minutes restriction. He went straight back into the starting lineup and still produced 18 points in 23 minutes. He should be added, and as his minutes ramp up he projects as a strong contributor in points and rebounds.
Our top pick for 12-team leagues
Noah Clowney (BKN - PF): (Rostered: 7% ESPN, 20% Yahoo)
- Weekly Schedule: NYK, PHI, @MIL
- Recent Trends: Clowney has been starting at power forward for the Nets and has recently contributed well in points. He is a solid pickup for scoring as long as the hot streak continues. He is also taking the most shots per game of his young career.
Our top pick for 14-team leagues
Vit Krejci (ATL - PG): (Rostered: 2% ESPN, 5% Yahoo)
- Weekly Schedule: @WAS, CLE, @PHI
- Recent Trends: With Trae Young sidelined for at least another week, Krejci has showcased his shooting from deep. He is averaging 2.6 triples on 49% from three and is a strong stream if you need help in triples this week.
Top Players For Each Category
Tier key:
10-team ≈ 30-40% rostered
12-team ≈ 10-20% rostered
14-team ≈ 0-10% rostered
POINTS
• 10-team: Jerami Grant (POR), Tobias Harris (DET)
• 12-team: Noah Clowney (BKN), Duncan Robinson (DET)
• 14-team: Jordan Clarkson (NYK), Moses Moody (GSW)
REBOUNDS
• 10-team: Andre Drummond (PHI), Moussa Diabate (CHA)
• 12-team: Keldon Johnson (SAS), Vince Williams Jr. (MEM)
• 14-team: Kyle Filipowski (UTA), Isaiah Jackson (IND)
ASSISTS
• 10-team: Davion Mitchell (MIA), Collin Gillespie (PHO)
• 12-team: Vince Williams Jr. (MEM), Brandon Williams (DAL)
• 14-team: Daniss Jenkins (DET), Lonzo Ball (CLE)
STEALS
• 10-team: Cason Wallace (OKC), Ajay Mitchell (OKC)
• 12-team: Jeremiah Fears (NOR), Anthony Black (ORL)
• 14-team: Alex Caruso (OKC), Jordan Goodwin (PHO)
BLOCKS
• 10-team: Ryan Kalkbrenner (CHA), Neemias Queta (BOS)
• 12-team: Isaiah Stewart (DET), Daniel Gafford (DAL)
• 14-team: Luke Kornet (SAS), Goga Bitadze (ORL)
3-POINTERS
• 10-team: Tobias Harris (DET), Reed Sheppard (HOU)
• 12-team: Duncan Robinson (DET), Collin Gillespie (PHO)
• 14-team: AJ Green (MIL), Vit Krejci (ATL)
FIELD GOAL %
• 10-team: Tobias Harris (DET), Neemias Queta (BOS)
• 12-team: Keldon Johnson (SAS), Daniel Gafford (DAL)
• 14-team: Luke Kornet (SAS), Goga Bitadze (ORL)
The Trade Market
Take advantage of fluctuating player values by targeting players in slumps and selling those who are overperforming.
Buy Low
Pascal Siakam (IND - PF)
- The Slump: Jackson Jr. is averaging 24.8 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 4.9 assists on 46% shooting and 69% from the charity stripe, ranking 107th in category formats to date.
- StatCats Take: With Tyrese Haliburton out, Siakam has been the Pacers’ clear first option and has posted strong counting stats. His value dips once efficiency is factored in, but his shooting should normalize toward his career levels. He has shot about 52%+ from the field over the past few seasons.
Kevin Durant (HOU - PF)
- The Slump: Durant has averaged 24.6 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 0.6 blocks on 48% from the floor, ranking 57th in fantasy so far.
- StatCats Take: Durant has been solid on his new team, and the Rockets are 10-4. His efficiency and blocks are down, but both should rise as the season progresses; he has not shot below 50% since his Oklahoma City days in 2011. With Durant currently out for personal reasons, this is a good time to make a trade offer.
Sell High
Kel’el Ware (MIA - C)
- The Surge: Ware has been excellent for the Heat, putting up 12.0 points, 10.6 rebounds, 1.1 steals, and 1.3 blocks on 53% efficiency.
- StatCats Take: Ware stepped into the starting lineup while Bam Adebayo was out and delivered near nightly double doubles. With Adebayo back, his minutes should decline. He has serviceable trade value right now, but it will likely fade as his playing time decreases.
Ryan Rollins (MIL - PG/SG)
- The Surge: Rollins currently ranks 39th as he is averaging a blistering 18.6 points, 2.5 triples, 5.9 assists, and 1.6 steals on 50% from the floor.
- StatCats Take: Many fans may not have known him before this season, but Rollins has been terrific for the Bucks, especially during Giannis Antetokounmpo’s absence. He has functioned as a clear first or second option on a given night and has been remarkably efficient for a guard. With Kevin Porter Jr. nearing a return, his minutes and usage could slip, so consider trading him now if you can land a top 35 player.
Injury & Rotation Report
Recent Notable Injuries
- Domantas Sabonis (SAC - C): Re-Evaluation in 3-4 Weeks (Left Knee)
- ⬆️ Increased Role: Drew Eubanks and Precious Achiuwa will see a bump in playing time during Sabonis' absence
- Aaron Gordon (DEN - PF): Re-Evaluation in 3-4 Weeks (Right Hamstring)
- ⬆️ Increased Role: Peyton Watson will continue to see big minutes with both Gordon and Braun out
Returning to Action
- Jaden Ivey (DET - PG): Returned 11/22
- ⬇️ Decreased Role: Daniss Jenkins’ usage will drop with Ivey reclaiming Detroit’s starting PG role.
- Tyler Herro (MIA - PG): Returning Week of 11/24
- ⬇️ Decreased Role: Davion Mitchell should see less minutes once Herro returns