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Jameson Williams a Strong Bet to Outperform ADP
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams finished as the fantasy WR5 over the final 10 weeks of the 2025 season, and while many are quick to point to the absence of tight end Sam LaPorta as the driving factor behind his late-season breakout, there's evidence of his leveling up even before LaPorta was placed on injured reserve with a herniated disc. The two games following Detroit's Week 8 bye proved to be LaPorta's final two outings of the season, but they were also arguably his most productive two-game stretch of 2025, totaling 150 yards on 11 catches while reeling in one of his three touchdown grabs on the year. In those two games, the start of his end-of-season run of dominance, Williams caught 10 passes for 185 yards and two scores, finishing as the WR14 and WR3. With LaPorta expected to be healthy again for 2026, the Lions are likely to deploy more of the two-receiver sets from which Williams has proven to be a dynamic weapon. If Williams can find more consistency in his fifth season, an expectation expressed publicly by wide receiver coach Scottie Montgomery in one of his final media sessions of minicamp, the 2022 first-round pick could pick right back up on the 82-catch, 1,400-yard, and nine-touchdown pace with which he ended 2025, and he should have little trouble outproducing his current ADP as WR26.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chase Brown a Locked-in RB1 for 2026
It took Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown until Week 7 of the 2025 season to post a weekly fantasy finish inside the top 20, but from that point forward, he never looked back. Brown finished as the RB19 or better in each of his final 11 games, only twice finishing outside the top 15. The team's mid-season trade for veteran quarterback Joe Flacco helped to steady a faltering offense without three-time Pro Bowler Joe Burrow, and Brown was perhaps the biggest benefactor, finishing as the RB7 from that point forward. With Burrow at full health and Flacco back under contract to back him up, Brown's high floor remains very much intact, while a projected philosophical shift could help to raise his ceiling in 2026. Brown was one of the league's most explosive runners when the team went under center, but with the Bengals ranking 31st in the league in that category, he rarely had the opportunity to take advantage. Reports out of minicamp have suggested that the team could mix in more under-center runs, and even a modest increase, along with the offensive consistency allowed by the presumed health at quarterback, could have Brown flirting with a top-five finish. Heading into the year, he is RotoBaller's RB10, and drafters should again feel comfortable making Brown their RB1 in 2026.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Rui Hachimura Draws Pitches From Timberwolves and Warriors
Minnesota and Golden State have both pitched free agent forward Rui Hachimura, the top name left on the board, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reports. Hachimura is all but gone from Los Angeles after the Lakers exhausted their cap space on other moves, and the 28-year-old is coming off a scorching close to the season. He averaged 11.5 points and 3.3 rebounds on 51.4 percent shooting across 68 regular-season games, then poured in 17.5 points and 4.0 rebounds while hitting 56.9 percent from three over 10 playoff games. The fantasy read hinges on which suitor wins, and the two fits are not equal. Minnesota, which cleared frontcourt minutes by dealing Julius Randle to Brooklyn and moving Naz Reid in the LaMelo Ball trade, could hand him a starting role as the third scorer behind Anthony Edwards and Ball. Golden State's motion offense would use him as a complementary spacer next to Stephen Curry, a lower-usage role. For fantasy purposes, root for the Minnesota outcome.
Source: Jake Fischer
Source: Jake Fischer
Ugonna Onyenso Signs Two-Way Deal With Pistons
The Detroit Pistons are signing center Ugonna Onyenso to a two-way contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Onyenso was the No. 53 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, with Detroit acquiring his rights after Houston selected him and moved him through New York. The Virginia product averaged 6.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.9 blocks in 18.6 minutes as a senior, earning ACC All-Defensive honors. Onyenso's rim protection is the clear fantasy hook, but Jalen Duren's presence and Detroit's added frontcourt depth make early NBA minutes unlikely. He is more of a developmental blocks specialist than a redraft target.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Timberwolves Bring Back Enrique Freeman on a Two-Way Deal
The Minnesota Timberwolves are bringing back forward Enrique Freeman on a two-way contract for a second season, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports. The 25-year-old Akron product is a defense-first, rebounding big, but his usage tells the story: he appeared in just four games for Minnesota last season while spending the bulk of the year in the G League, where he averaged 16.5 points, 8.7 rebounds and 2.4 assists over 39 games with the Iowa Wolves. That gap is the whole picture for fantasy. Freeman sits behind an established frontcourt anchored by Rudy Gobert on a roster built to contend, so there's no rotation runway waiting for him. The only path to relevance is an injury-driven opening up front. Short of that, he's a development piece, not a fantasy consideration.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Knicks Fail to Pry Yves Missi From Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi remains unavailable in trade talks after the New York Knicks made multiple rejected offers, according to Chris Haynes. New York is searching for center help after Mitchell Robinson agreed to a three-year, $47.4 million deal with the Boston Celtics, but New Orleans views Missi as a vital core piece. The 22-year-old averaged 5.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.5 blocks in 19.7 minutes last season. Staying put keeps Missi's path tied to the Pelicans' frontcourt, where his blocks and offensive boards are more useful than his scoring. He still needs steadier minutes to be more than a specialist.
Source: Chris Haynes
Source: Chris Haynes
Mavericks Preparing a Significant Offer for Tarik Biberovic
The Dallas Mavericks are preparing a significant contract offer for Fenerbahce guard/forward Tarik Biberovic, according to Eurohoops' Bugra Uzar. Dallas acquired Biberovic's NBA draft rights in Wednesday's Santi Aldama trade with Memphis. Marc Stein of The Stein Line adds that Dallas has opened talks with the sharpshooter's camp about coming stateside as soon as next season. The 25-year-old is one of Europe's premier shooters, posting a .524/.419/.952 slash with 11.3 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 24.3 minutes across 41 EuroLeague games, and he has hit 45.8 percent from three over 63 career playoff games. The fantasy fit is obvious: Dallas ranked bottom-five in three-point shooting and could use his floor spacing next to Cooper Flagg. Temper the enthusiasm, though. His arrival hinges on a $2 million buyout the Mavs can only partly cover, and even if he signs, a rookie role likely means single-digit minutes. The actionable question isn't his fantasy value yet, it's whether the buyout gets resolved and he makes the jump. Revisit him if and when Dallas closes a deal.
Source: Bugra Uzar
Source: Bugra Uzar
Alex Karaban Leaves Kings Practice After Rolling Ankle
Sacramento Kings rookie forward Alex Karaban rolled his ankle near the end of practice and did not return, according to Brenden Nunes. There is no update yet on the severity or his availability, leaving his summer-league status up in the air. The No. 29 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft averaged 13.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists at UConn while shooting 37.4 percent from three. Karaban's fantasy appeal is tied to shooting and low-mistake minutes, but any missed development time would make his already narrow rookie-year path harder to trust.
Source: Brenden Nunes
Source: Brenden Nunes
Lakers Explore Jonathan Kuminga as Free-Agent Wing Target
The Los Angeles Lakers continue to explore the feasibility of adding free-agent forward Jonathan Kuminga, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Stein also reports that Cleveland and Milwaukee have expressed interest, while a return to Atlanta has not been ruled out. Kuminga became an unrestricted free agent after the Hawks declined his team option, and he averaged 12.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists last season. The Lakers need athletic wing depth and perimeter defense, but their financial constraints make this far from simple. Kuminga's fantasy value would depend heavily on his landing spot, with Los Angeles offering defensive minutes but not necessarily a high-usage role.
Source: Marc Stein
Source: Marc Stein
Anthony Volpe Worth Rostering Despite Lack of Power?
New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe has held off Jose Caballero at the 6 in the Bronx, but it's primarily due to injuries to New York's outfield and third baseman Ryan McMahon (illness). Volpe didn't make his 2026 season debut with the Yanks until May 13 while rehabbing from offseason shoulder surgery. The 25-year-old former 30th overall pick in 2019 has hit a middling .246/.343/.336 with a .679 OPS, just one home run, 13 RBI, 18 runs scored, and seven stolen bases in 38 games across 140 plate appearances. Volpe wasn't a whole lot better in 24 games (84 plate appearances) in June, going 18-for-75 (.240) with zero home runs, three doubles, a triple, five RBI, nine runs scored, and three stolen bases. If anything, Volpe carries some weight for fantasy managers in deeper leagues for his speed while he's playing regularly for the Yankees. However, when the team gets healthier in the outfield, Volpe could lose out on playing time at the 6 to Jose Caballero. Volpe was a 20-20 man in his rookie season in 2023, but he has a career .224 average and appears to have lost his power stroke as he works his way back from shoulder surgery.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Nolan Schanuel Gaining Waiver Traction as he Heats Up
Los Angeles Angels first baseman Nolan Schanuel has limited power at the first base position, but he has become attractive off the waiver wire in deeper fantasy leagues with improved production at the plate since he returned from the injured list in early June. In 20 games since rejoining the Halos on June 6, Schanuel has gone 17-for-65 (.262) with two home runs, two doubles, seven RBI, and 11 runs scored across 78 plate appearances. The 24-year-old left-handed slugger came into Thursday's game against the division-rival Seattle Mariners with 14 hits in his last 47 at-bats (.298) with two homers in his last 12 games since June 16. Overall, the former 11th overall pick in 2023 out of Florida Atlantic University has a pretty uninspiring .262/.332/.387 slash line, .719 OPS, six home runs, 31 RBI, and 29 runs scored across his 256 at-bats. Schanuel makes decent contact at the plate, but a .373 xSLG just doesn't really move the needle in terms of power. Fantasy managers can ride his recent hot streak, but if you're looking for game-changing power off the waiver wire, you've come to the wrong place.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
George Lombard Jr. a Must-Stash Prospect Despite Injury?
New York Yankees infielder George Lombard Jr. (fingers) is the team's top prospect, per MLB Pipeline, and he could push for a big-league promotion in 2026. The 21-year-old landed on the seven-day injured list at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre with two sprained fingers on his left hand in the middle of June, but even though he's currently injured, fantasy managers in deeper leagues may want to consider stashing him now. In 20 games with Double-A Somerset before his promotion, Lombard hit .312 (24-for-77) with four home runs, 10 RBI, 18 runs scored, and four stolen bases. In 42 games with the RailRiders after his promotion, he's slashed .231/.381/.385 with a .765 OPS, four home runs, 15 RBI, 30 runs scored, and eight stolen bases across 197 plate appearances. It's unclear exactly how much longer he'll be out at Triple-A, but Lombard's above-average raw power and speed from the right side make him a very intriguing prospect to stash. He's the clear shortstop of the future in the Bronx and has 25-25 potential. Lombard is rostered in only 4% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Ryan Waldschmidt Worth Stashing for Eventual Second-Half Call-Up?
Arizona Diamondbacks outfield prospect Ryan Waldschmidt was touted as one of the best up-and-coming position players to stash in fantasy baseball in the first half of the 2026 season. The team's top overall prospect, per MLB Pipeline, eventually got the call from the Snakes in early May, but his first taste of major-league pitching didn't go as planned. The 23-year-old former first-rounder in 2024 out of the University of Kentucky went 29-for-112 (.259) with zero home runs, eight RBI, 11 runs scored, five stolen bases, eight walks, and 40 strikeouts for an elevated 32.8% strikeout rate. The D-backs sent Waldschmidt down to work on his plate discipline and his approach against offspeed pitches. Since going back down to Triple-A Reno, Waldschmidt has gone 14-for-44 (.318) with three home runs, four doubles, five RBI, 10 runs scored, and zero stolen bases in 11 games played. It's unclear exactly when Arizona might consider recalling Waldschmidt to the majors, but it probably won't come until sometime after the All-Star break. For his power/speed upside alone, the 6-foot, 205-pounder should definitely already be stashed in dynasty/keeper and NL-only leagues. He's currently rostered in just 3% of Yahoo leagues.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Jacob Misiorowski Reaches Double-Digit Strikeouts for Seventh Time
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Jacob Misiorowski took his fourth loss of the season in Thursday's 7-2 loss to the division-rival Cincinnati Reds at American Family Field, but he also reached double-digit strikeouts for the seventh time in 2026. Misiorowski allowed five runs (just one earned) on five hits (two homers) while walking none and striking out 10 in five innings pitched. The hard-throwing 24-year-old fantasy ace allowed a solo home run to Sal Frelick in the first inning and a three-run shot by Jose Trevino in the fourth frame. Despite the uneven start, the Miz leads baseball with a 1.47 ERA, 0.78 WHIP, and 156 strikeouts in 104 innings pitched over his 17 starts in 2026 in his first full year in the big leagues with the Brewers. He's an absolute must-start every time he toes the rubber for the Brew Crew as the most dominant starting pitcher in the game. Misiorowski has a rematch coming against the division-rival St. Louis Cardinals next week. In his first meeting against the Red Birds, he was electric, allowing only one earned run with a walk and 12 strikeouts in seven innings pitched.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Julio Rodriguez Removed Early on Thursday After Being Hit in the Head
Seattle Mariners outfielder Julio Rodriguez (head) was removed from Thursday's game early against the division-rival Los Angeles Angels to begin the top of the third inning, shortly after taking a throw off the back of his helmet, according to Daniel Kramer of MLB.com. Victor Robles took over for him in center field. Before leaving, J-Rod walked in his only plate appearance. The Mariners will most likely put him through the concussion protocol, so fantasy managers will want to check back later on or early Friday morning for an update. For now, we'll consider the 25-year-old three-time All-Star as day-to-day. Rodriguez came into Thursday's contest with a .259/.321/.424 slash line, .745 OPS, 14 home runs, 40 RBI, 46 runs scored, and 12 stolen bases in his 344 at-bats for Seattle. The five-category fantasy contributor is rostered in 99% of Yahoo leagues for a reason, and he's a must-start in all formats when he's active. Rodriguez is currently riding a seven-game hitting streak in which he's gone 12-for-29 (.414) with three RBI, two stolen bases, and four runs scored. UPDATE: Rodriguez is in the concussion protocol and will be re-evaluated on Friday.
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Source: MLB.com - Daniel Kramer
Tari Eason Re-Signs With Rockets on Five-Year Deal
Restricted free agent forward Tari Eason is staying in Houston, agreeing to a five-year, $81.5 million deal to return to the Rockets, Shams Charania of ESPN reports. The pact is fully guaranteed and carries a fifth-year player option, rewarding one of the league's premier per-minute defenders. Eason posted 10.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.2 steals in 25.8 minutes across 60 games, ranking 14th in the NBA in steal percentage while adding a career-high 93 threes at 35.8 percent. When healthy, he's a nine-category gem, elite in steals, blocks, and offensive rebounds, the kind of glue piece who returned sixth-round value on a per-game basis. Two things cap the fantasy ceiling: a left leg surgery history that has limited him to 139 games over three seasons and a usage crunch on a loaded roster now fronted by Kevin Durant and a rising Amen Thompson. Draft him for the defensive counting stats, but bake in the health and minutes risk.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Dustin May Suffers Bruised Ankle on Thursday
St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Dustin May (ankle) left his start on Thursday night early against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning with a bruised right ankle, per Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. The Cardinals are calling it a "right-ankle contusion." Before hitting the showers early at Truist Park, May was lit up to the tune of five earned runs on five hits while walking two and striking out one in just two-thirds of an inning to balloon his season ERA to 4.80. It was a tough first outing for May, who was skipped from his last start due to tightness in his back. Dominic Smith hit a line drive off May's right ankle, which caused him to leave. He'll most likely undergo X-rays to see if he has a fracture or break in his ankle, but even if tests come back clean, May could be forced to sit out until after the All-Star break in mid-July. Fantasy managers will want to check back later for the results of his tests. The 28-year-old former third-rounder by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2016 was a popular waiver-wire pickup after a nine-inning, complete-game shutout against the San Diego Padres on June 15, but in his last two outings, he's surrendered 11 earned runs in just 2 2/3 innings. UPDATE: X-rays on May's right ankle came back negative.
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Derrick Goold
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Derrick Goold
Kris Bubic Receives Injection, Shut Down 7-10 Days
Kansas City Royals left-hander Kris Bubic (elbow) received a cortisone injection on Thursday and will be shut down for the next seven to 10 days, according to Anne Rogers of MLB.com. Bubic's timeline for a return from the 60-day injured list is still to be determined, and the Royals will see how he feels when he starts to ramp up. KC initially placed the 28-year-old southpaw on the IL on May 18 with soreness in his left elbow, but then he suffered from left-shoulder soreness after starting a minor-league rehab assignment. The Royals moved him to the 60-day IL on Wednesday. Bubic still has a ways to go before potentially returning to the big-league roster, and in a best-case scenario, he probably won't be back until August, if at all, in the second half. The Royals really need him back, though, after losing fellow left-hander Cole Ragans (elbow) for the rest of the 2026 season due to UCL surgery. Bubic was a first-time All-Star in 2025 and was 3-2 with a 4.11 ERA (3.72 FIP) and 1.23 WHIP with 51 strikeouts and 26 walks in 50 1/3 frames across nine starts.
Source: MLB.com - Anne Rogers
Source: MLB.com - Anne Rogers
Carlos Lagrange Lands on Minor-League Injured List With Shoulder Injury
New York Yankees right-handed pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange (shoulder) has landed on the seven-day injured list at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre with a shoulder injury, according to Chris Kirschner of The Athletic. The Yankees will know more about the extent of Lagrange's shoulder injury once he undergoes an MRI exam. It's a setback for a pitching prospect who was expected to join the Yankees' major-league bullpen soon. The team's No. 4 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, last pitched for the RailRiders on June 28, when he allowed five earned runs on four hits while walking two in two-thirds of an inning. The 23-year-old flamethrower started his transition from starting pitcher to reliever in early June, with the Yankees hoping he'd join the major-league roster at some point in July. Lagrange's fastballs have been clocked at 103 mph, and he first turned heads when he struck out Aaron Judge with a 102.6 mph fastball in spring training. The 6-foot-7, 248-pounder should still make his MLB debut in 2027, but it's a bit more unclear when that might be now. Lagrange is currently rostered in 5% of Yahoo leagues and figures to be a high-leverage reliever in the majors sooner rather than later.
Source: The Athletic - Chris Kirschner
Source: The Athletic - Chris Kirschner
Padres Place Jason Adam on Injured List With Shoulder Strain
The San Diego Padres announced on Thursday that they placed right-handed reliever Jason Adam (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to June 30) with a strained right shoulder and reinstated right-hander German Marquez (forearm) from the 15-day IL in a corresponding move. Adam won't be able to return until after the mid-July All-Star break. It's bad news for the Padres' bullpen, which has carried their weak starting pitching staff all year. The 34-year-old veteran doesn't have a ton of fantasy value because of his lack of save opportunities as a late-inning setup man in San Diego, but he is valuable in leagues that reward points for holds. On the year, Adam is 2-2 with a 2.51 ERA (4.69 FIP), 1.17 WHIP, two saves, 22 strikeouts, and eight walks in 32 1/3 relief innings. He's coming off a rough month of June, though, allowing seven earned runs on 15 hits (four homers) while walking three and striking out 11 in 12 1/3 innings pitched over 14 appearances. In that span, Adam had two losses, one save, and five holds. Lefty Adrian Morejon will have an increased setup role before closer Mason Miller with Adam sidelined for the next two weeks.
Source: San Diego Padres
Source: San Diego Padres
MLB Hits Cade Cavalli With Seven-Game Suspension
Major League Baseball announced on Thursday that it suspended Washington Nationals right-hander Cade Cavalli for seven games for his actions initiating and during the benches-clearing incident in Sunday's series finale against the Boston Red Sox, according to Rob Bradford of WEEI. Cavalli struck out Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras, which sparked tensions between both teams. It's unclear if Cavalli will appeal his suspension, but if he doesn't, he won't be eligible to return until right before the All-Star break on July 11, which means he would miss his next scheduled start this weekend against the Pittsburgh Pirates. In his start against Boston on Sunday, Cavalli had his best game of the year, allowing an unearned run on just one hit while walking none and striking out a season-high 13 batters in seven innings for his fifth win of the 2026 season. It's obviously a bad time for Cavalli to be hit with a suspension coming off his best game of the year. The former 22nd overall pick in 2020 out of the University of Oklahoma has gone 5-4 this year with a 3.69 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, and 102 strikeouts in 90 1/3 innings across a career-high 18 starts in his first full season in the majors.
Source: WEEI - Rob Bradford
Source: WEEI - Rob Bradford
Kyle Lowry to Retire as a Raptor on One-Day Contract
Point guard Kyle Lowry is retiring as a Toronto Raptor, signing a ceremonial one-day contract to end his career with the franchise he defined, Michael Grange of Sportsnet reports. Toronto has scheduled a July 7 press conference, fittingly the number Lowry wore, and a jersey retirement is expected later this season, which would make his No. 7 just the second number the Raptors have raised, alongside Vince Carter's No. 15. The six-time All-Star spent nine seasons in Toronto, averaging 17.5 points, 7.1 assists, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.5 steals while leading the 2019 championship run and finishing as the franchise's all-time leader in assists, steals, and three-pointers. He closes a 20-year career, one of just 12 players to reach that mark, and drew more charges than anyone in NBA history. There's no fantasy angle to chase here: Lowry played only 14 games last season as a locker-room mentor in Philadelphia, most notably for Tyrese Maxey. This one is pure legacy, and the timing is poetic, with 2019 Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard being reacquired by Toronto the same week.
Source: Michael Grange
Source: Michael Grange
Raptors Extend Head Coach Darko Rajakovic on Multi-Year Deal
The Toronto Raptors have agreed to a multi-year contract extension with head coach Darko Rajakovic, Michael Scotto of HoopsHype reports, rewarding the coach who lifted Toronto to a 46-36 record and its first playoff berth since 2022. For fantasy, the value is in continuity. Rajakovic has developed the players who anchor Toronto's roster, most notably All-Star Scottie Barnes, who has publicly credited him for his growth, along with wing RJ Barrett. Keeping that system intact means predictable roles heading into drafts. The bigger swing is the star Toronto just added: the reacquired Kawhi Leonard, whose touches and shot volume figure to trim the usage behind Barnes's and Barrett's counting stats. Job security for Rajakovic is a plus, but managers should temper their expectations on the young core's ceiling now that Leonard is back in the fold.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Spurs Add Veteran Coach Billy Donovan to Mitch Johnson's Staff
Billy Donovan is headed to San Antonio as the lead assistant under head coach Mitch Johnson, Shams Charania and Pete Thamel of ESPN report, stepping onto the bench of the reigning Western Conference champions after 11 seasons as an NBA head coach. The fantasy read runs entirely through development. Donovan spent years developing guards, most memorably a young Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in Oklahoma City, and that track record is a quiet plus for San Antonio's young backcourt. Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper are the names to watch, both still ascending alongside anchors Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox. A hire like this doesn't reshuffle anyone's draft-day value on its own, but an experienced offensive voice steering Castle and Harper raises the long-term ceiling on two of the league's most promising young guards. That development curve is where the fantasy payoff lives.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Daeqwon Plowden Earns Standard Deal With Sacramento
Sacramento Kings guard/forward Daeqwon Plowden agreed to a two-year, $5.1 million deal, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Plowden earned a standard NBA contract after two-way stops with Golden State, Atlanta, and Sacramento, averaging 10.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 1.3 assists across 26.4 minutes in 32 games with the Kings last season. The 27-year-old had some late-season scoring flashes, including a 20-point, nine-rebound outing, but his fantasy path is narrow with Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, Keegan Murray, and De'Andre Hunter ahead of him.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Pat Spencer Signs Two-Way Deal With the Suns
Free-agent guard Pat Spencer has agreed to a two-way contract with the Phoenix Suns, Shams Charania of ESPN reports, ending a three-year run in Golden State. A former Loyola Maryland lacrosse legend who reinvented himself as an NBA guard, Spencer set career highs last season with 7.2 points, 3.5 assists, and 2.4 rebounds in 18.6 minutes while shooting 40.0 percent from deep. The fantasy catch is the fine print: two-way players are capped at 50 active NBA games and typically live in the G League. Spencer also lands in a crowded backcourt behind Devin Booker and Jalen Green, with Collin Gillespie and the retained Jamaree Bouyea ahead of him for reserve minutes. Expect a G League-heavy season with the Valley Suns, which keeps a good story off fantasy radars.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Tyus Jones Returns to Nuggets on One-Year Deal
Free-agent guard Tyus Jones agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Denver Nuggets, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Jones joined Denver on the buyout market last season after a reduced role elsewhere and finished the year averaging 3.0 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 2.4 assists. The 30-year-old gives the Nuggets a steady reserve ball-handler behind Jamal Murray and another low-mistake passer for second-unit groups that can still run through Nikola Jokić. Jones' assist-to-turnover profile is useful in real basketball, but his fantasy value will likely stay thin unless Denver gives him a larger bench role or Murray misses time.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Kenrich Williams Re-Signs With Thunder for One More Season
Free-agent forward Kenrich Williams is running it back in Oklahoma City, agreeing to a one-year, $5 million deal to return to the Thunder, Chris Haynes reports. Nicknamed "Kenny Hustle," the 31-year-old is a defense-and-glue veteran rather than a box-score source, and his fantasy profile reflects it: he averaged 6.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 15.3 minutes across 56 games, with his role shrinking whenever the Thunder are at full strength. OKC dealt Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe this summer, thinning the wing depth a touch, but Williams still sits well behind a core fronted by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams. There's no standard-league case here. His value is to OKC's locker room and bench, not to your fantasy roster.
Source: Chris Haynes
Source: Chris Haynes
Kyle Anderson Agrees to One-Year, $3.9 Million Deal With Raptors
Free-agent forward Kyle Anderson agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million deal with the Toronto Raptors, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Anderson enters his 13th NBA season and reunites with former San Antonio teammate Kawhi Leonard, giving Toronto another veteran connector in the frontcourt. The 32-year-old averaged 6.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.9 assists last season, so his fantasy appeal remains tied more to assists, steals, and spot starts than scoring. With Leonard and Scottie Barnes already soaking up forward usage, Anderson profiles as a depth piece unless Toronto needs him to cover injuries or second-unit playmaking.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Anfernee Simons Joins 76ers on Two-Year, $12.3 Million Deal
Free-agent guard Anfernee Simons agreed to a two-year, $12.3 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The deal includes a player option for the second season, with Simons choosing Philadelphia over other suitors after the team revamped its roster. The 27-year-old averaged 14.3 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 2.7 threes while shooting 38.5 percent from deep last season. Simons gives the Sixers another perimeter scorer, but his fantasy ceiling is capped if Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, VJ Edgecombe, and Joel Embiid are all healthy. He profiles best as a bench scorer and spacing piece rather than a high-usage guard.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
