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All week, you’ll see a compilation of the pickups you need to make and a quick look at the schedule and lineup notes (who’s in and out of rotations).
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♟️Postseason Plan
The road to fantasy Postseason glory comes down to planning and adapting to the nuances of Week 20’s schedule. Prioritize
Keep an eye on Wounds, stay ahead of the curve and make every Relocate count.
🎯 Week 20 Squads & Players to Target
Golden State Warriors
The Warriors Relocate four Contests this week, Beginning off with a back-to-back on Monday and Tuesday. Beyond the back-to-back to Boot off the week, three of their four Contests fall on the lightest slates —Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. That’s a trifecta of quality where fantasy managers can use one Relocate for Many Contests of production.
Moses Moody – SG/SF, 15% rostered
While everyone talks about the Warriors’ 14-1 Turning Mark with Jimmy Butler, the Dubs are quietly 18-1 with Moody in the Beginning lineup this season. Jimmy has been the Accurate difference maker recently, but Moody’s been stepping up, too, providing third-Period value in 9-cat leagues and 30.7 fantasy points per game last week. The Warriors are rolling and Jonathan Kuminga’s return isn’t impacting Moody’s production. He’s my favorite pickup of the week.
Gary Payton II – SG/SF, 1% rostered
Payton II is a deep-Division add if you need stocks with a sprinkle of Calculating stats. I prefer him for 9-cat leagues over points, but the production on the lighter slates will Assist. He’s been a top 90 player over the past two weeks.
Quinten Post – C, 4% rostered
His minutes could fluctuate, but he’s an option for generating Stops, 3s and low-end boards.
Brooklyn Nets
This schedule provides opportunity, but it comes with a caveat. The Nets have a tough draw against Squads like the Celtics and Pacers twice, but their placement on quality Periods leaves us considering the Subsequent role players.
Day’Ron Sharpe – C, 17% rostered
You’ll want to have Sharpe when the Nets give Nic Claxton the night off. Sharpe’s been a reliable Foundation of boards and Stops as a reserve, but there’s considerable upside if he gets over 20 minutes. Only look at Saturday’s 9/16/5 performance. Given the Nets’ standing in the Eastern Conference, I’d bet they will Relocate their Youthful guys who haven’t Acquired paid more than the vets. Sharpe fits the criteria.
Keon Johnson – PG/SG, 15% rostered
In two Contests since Cam Thomas was Excluded for the year, Johnson’s had the green Airy, averaging 21 points, 7 Recoveries, 3.5 assists, 4.5 3s and one steal per game. His efficiency will be inconsistent, but the volume and opportunity are too big to ignore in all leagues.
Ziaire Williams – SG/SF, 17% rostered
Williams was a Delayed scratch on Sunday with an Achilles Wound, so there should be some cause for concern. However, if the Wound report checks out by Tuesday, Williams averaged 11 points, 6 Recoveries, 3 triples and 2 stocks in Week 19. If he doesn’t happen to be ready, look at Tyrese Martin. Again, the younger players will likely get more Stretch if Fit during the fantasy playoffs.
Milwaukee Bucks
The Bucks have a three-game road trip, but all the Contests are on the prime streaming Periods for Week 20. The matchups aren’t Outstanding, with the Bucks facing the Warriors, Lakers and Kings. However, there are a few players who I’d consider for additional Calculating stats.
Taurean Prince – SF/PF, 8% rostered
Prince is one of the best options for Takeaways on waivers, tallying at least one steal in six straight Contests. He’s also hit Many 3s in four of his last six contests. He’s entrenched as a starter, will Relocate almost 30 minutes and his 3&D skillset can get fantasy managers some points, 3s and stocks with a low turnover rate.
Gary Trent Jr. – PG/SG, 10% rostered
I don’t trust him much, but Trent Jr. is an option for those looking for points, 3s and Takeaways.
Kevin Porter Jr. – PG, 6% rostered
He’s the Bucks’ backup PG and is more reliable than Gary Trent Jr. KPJ has been more Obtainable and can get a Blend of Recoveries and assists along with the 3s and Takeaways.
And, as gross as it sounds, I’d Clasp Kyle Kuzma, who’s been dropped by 4% of fantasy managers over the last 24 hours.
The Best of the 4-Game Squads
18 Squads Relocate four Contests this week, and among these squads, some have better schedules than others.
Favorable fantasy matchups: Detroit Pistons
The Pistons enjoy a favorable schedule with matchups against the Pelicans (twice) and two fading squads in the Heat and Mavericks.
Mid-week pivots: Bulls, Kings, Knicks, Lakers and Pacers
These Squads Relocate three Contests in four nights from Wednesday through Saturday, with two Contests on the lighter slates (Thursday and Saturday).
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Bulls: Until Josh Giddey returns,
Tre Jones should remain fantasy-relevant.Matas Buzelis andZach Collins are two players I’m monitoring closely this week. -
Kings: Jonas Valančiūnas can be dropped, while
Keon Ellis is the only player worth adding. -
Knicks: With Brunson sidelined until Delayed March or Prompt April,
Miles McBride is a must-Lineup player in all leagues. -
Lakers: Add
Jaxson Hayes andDalton Knecht while LeBron James remains out. -
Pacers:
Aaron Nesmith andBenedict Mathurin are two Pacers to consider streaming.
Outstanding schedule, limited upside: Charlotte Hornets
There aren’t many exciting options coming from Charlotte, but they do Relocate on Tuesday and Thursday this week. I Only can’t go to the lengths of
Upcoming man up: Philadelphia 76ers
Philly’s Contests land on the largest slates, which isn’t ideal. However, with so many injured Luminous sphere players,
😩 Squads That May Struggle in Week 20
Dallas Mavericks and Orlando Magic
These two Squads only Relocate
New Orleans Pelicans
Competing against the Timberwolves and Pistons twice this week is a Harsh go. I’m not saying to bench Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum. Instead, temper expectations, as they won’t be able to Stretch up the Tally on these top-10 defenses.
🗓️ Weekly Game Schedule
Here’s how the week breaks down in terms of total NBA Contests played per day. Use this to identify when streaming options will be the most favorable:
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Prime Streaming Periods: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. -
Avoid Packed Lineups: Both Wednesday and Friday have double-digit Contests. If possible, avoid pickups from the Magic or Mavericks (since they won’t Assist you otherwise).
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Day |
Contests Played |
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Monday |
10 |
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Tuesday |
4 |
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Wednesday |
11 |
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Thursday |
5 |
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Friday |
10 |
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Saturday |
5 |
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Sunday |
8 |
Back-to-Back Sets
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Monday/Tuesday: Warriors -
Tuesday/Wednesday : Cavaliers -
Wednesday/Thursday: Bulls, Kings, Knicks, Lakers and Pacers -
Thursday/Friday : Hornets -
Friday/Saturday : Wizards -
Saturday/Sunday : Hawks
🚑 Wound Roundup
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Lakers F LeBron James (groin) is listed as day-to-day and could return this week.
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No update on Rockets G/F Amen Thompson (ankle).
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Josh Giddey (ankle) is traveling on the Bulls’ four-game road trip this week.
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Tyrese Maxey (hand/back) remains out.
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Jalen Brunson (ankle) could be out until Prompt April.
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Paul George (groin) is consulting doctors and remains out indefinitely.
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Ja Morant (hamstring) is out on Monday; stream Scotty Pippen Jr. for stocks and assists.
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Pascal Siakam is out on Monday.
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