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Ryan Dodson analyzes NBA risers and fallers for fantasy basketball dynasty leagues. Read his Week 19 fantasy rundown on dynasty forwards, guards and centers.
Welcome to RotoBaller's weekly dynasty league rundown! Dynasty leagues are becoming more and more popular, and we're here to keep you ahead of the game.
Each week, we'll touch on topics and players that may not necessarily be relevant in single-year formats, but they can make a splash in keeper leagues.
With that being said, let's look at the dynasty rundown for Week 19.
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Guards
Dennis Smith Jr., New York Knicks
Smith jumped out of the box score with 15 points, seven boards, five assists and seven steals Monday night. Ordinarily, that would alert everyone to pick him up immediately. However, point guard Elfrid Payton (ankle) is likely to return from a two-game absence Wednesday. Smith played six and eight minutes in the previous two games Payton played. So there's no guarantee he'll continue to see enough action to matter. If you're in a long-term league, he is worth stashing.
Juan Toscano-Anderson, Golden State Warriors
The 26-year-old journeyman has averaged 13 points and seven boards in the last two games. With point guard Stephen Curry (hand) possibly a week from returning, Toscano-Anderson's window probably isn't very big. He's someone to pick up and have little expectations for, but you're hoping to catch lightning in a bottle here.
Forwards
Josh Jackson, Memphis Grizzlies
We've been waiting for the former lottery pick to emerge after beginning the season in the G League. He has put up 11, 20 and 14 points in the last three games. Time is ticking to be able to scoop him up, and he probably has the most upside in the short term as the Grizzlies see what they have in him down the stretch.
Nicolo Melli, New Orleans Pelicans
Melli was superb against two banged-up teams over the weekend going 9-for-15 (60 percent) from three-point land and posting 20 and 13 points, respectively. Melli has found his stroke from deep as he shot 51.9 percent in January and 47.7 percent in February. He'll be a sporadic option, but there's a lot to like in his 10.1 points and 4.8 rebounds this month.
Centers
Harry Giles, Sacramento Kings
It has taken some time, but Giles looks like he's getting his footing in the league. He posted 14 points and 12 rebounds in 32 minutes Saturday night, and coach Luke Walton praised Giles for his calling of coverages and rebounding. They may be close to letting him go out there for more minutes per night. If he's out there in deeper formats, give him a look.
