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Francisco Alvarez Back on the Fantasy Radar?
New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez, who has developed a reputation for being injury-prone in his career, missed more time due to injury already in 2026, but he's back now and has been heating up at the plate for the last-place Mets. Alvarez went 3-for-7 at the plate with two solo home runs and a walk in the team's doubleheader on Wednesday against the visiting Chicago Cubs, and he's now gone 15-for-47 (.319) with four long balls, eight RBI, and five runs scored in 13 games during the month since returning from the injured list on June 9. Overall, the 24-year-old Venezuelan backstop is slashing .264/.330/.447 with a .776 OPS, eight home runs, 18 RBI, and 17 runs scored this year in his 159 at-bats. Alvarez has now homered in each of his last three games and looks to be heating up with the weather now that he's back to full health. He's only rostered in 19% of Yahoo leagues and can certainly provide fantasy managers with a power boost at the position. Remember, Alvarez did hit 25 home runs in 123 games played in 2023 in his first full season in the majors.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Walbert Urena a Must-Add Off the Waiver Wire in Midst of Breakout Season
Los Angeles Angels rookie right-hander Walbert Urena has come out of nowhere to become one of the Angels' most reliable starters in 2026 in his first year in the big leagues. Through his first 14 appearances (12 starts) this year, Urena has gone 5-5 with a 2.41 ERA (3.95 FIP) and 1.31 WHIP with 64 strikeouts and 35 walks in 67 1/3 innings pitched. The 22-year-old Dominican hurler has been a bit fortunate given his 12% walk rate, but the good news is that he didn't allow a free pass for the first time all year in his last outing on June 20 against the division-rival Athletics, in which he tossed five shutout innings with six strikeouts for his fifth win of the year. Urena also induced 17 swings and misses while throwing 58 of his 90 pitches for strikes. At the very least, Urena has earned himself a longer leash in terms of sticking around in the Angels' starting rotation for the rest of the season. Command is a concern, but fantasy managers need to consider adding him off the waiver wire if you're desperate for pitching help. Urena is rostered in 43% of Yahoo leagues. He'll face the A's again in his next outing, but at least it will be at Angel Stadium.
Source: Baseball Reference
Source: Baseball Reference
Jack Brannigan to Make MLB Debut, a Top Add Head of Call-Up?
Pittsburgh Pirates infield prospect Jack Brannigan has a locker room in the team's major-league clubhouse and is expected to be recalled from Double-A Altoona on Thursday, according to Kevin Gorman of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Brannigan will get his first major-league call-up after hitting .231/.347/.517 with an .864 OPS, 11 home runs, 21 RBI, 25 runs scored, and two stolen bases in the rookie-level Florida Complex League and with Single-A Bradenton, High-A Greensboro, and Altoona. Per MLB Pipeline, the 25-year-old 6-foot, 201-pounder is the team's No. 22 prospect. Injuries have been an issue in Brannigan's minor-league career, but when he's healthy, he has an interesting mix of speed and raw power, and he's also athletic on the infield at third base and shortstop. Brannigan will need to cut down on his strikeouts at the big-league level if he wants to find an everyday role. For now, he's an intriguing prospect to watch in dynasty/keeper leagues, but he's expected to come off the bench for the Bucs.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Kevin Gorman
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Kevin Gorman
Spencer Horwitz Heading to Injured List With Hamstring Injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates will place first baseman Spencer Horwitz (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list on Thursday with a left-hamstring injury that he suffered in Wednesday's game against the Seattle Mariners, according to Kevin Gorman of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. With time running out before the mid-July All-Star break, Horwitz might not be back in the team's starting lineup until the start of the second half. In his second year with the Bucs in 2026, the left-handed-hitting first baseman has hit .280/.386/.455 with an .842 OPS, 10 home runs, 33 RBI, 36 runs scored, and a stolen base across 74 games and 295 plate appearances. He's only 13 home runs shy of setting a new career high in his fourth year in the big leagues. The 28-year-old former 24th-round selection by the Toronto Blue Jays in 2019 out of Radford University went 19-for-73 (.260) with three homers, three doubles, seven RBI, and 12 runs scored in 19 games in June before landing on the IL. In Horwitz's absence, Ryan O'Hearn will likely see most of the starts in the Steel City at first base.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Kevin Gorman
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Kevin Gorman
Jacob Wilson Dealing With Left-Shoulder Injury
Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson's left shoulder was bothering him on Wednesday night after an awkward play in the fifth inning against the San Francisco Giants when he tried to avoid a tag at home plate, which led to him being lifted for a pinch-runner in the ninth inning, according to Martin Gallegos of MLB.com. It's unclear how severe Wilson's injury is, so he'll be considered day-to-day going into Thursday's series finale in San Francisco. Fantasy managers should expect Wilson to be held out of Thursday's lineup. Before leaving the 2-1 loss at Oracle Park on Wednesday night, Wilson went 1-for-3 at the plate with a strikeout. Max Muncy shifted from third base to shortstop to close out the game. The 24-year-old former sixth overall pick out of Grand Canyon University in 2023 is a contact-oriented hitter who is tough to strike out, but he lacks high-end power and speed to make him all that attractive at the 6 in fantasy. Wilson is slashing .277/.310/.386 with a .696 OPS, four homers, 26 RBI, 23 runs, and only two steals in his 202 at-bats in 2026.
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos
Source: MLB.com - Martin Gallegos
Bobby Witt Jr. Out Again on Thursday Against Rays
Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. (knee) will sit out of the series finale on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field, according to MLB.com. Tyler Tolbert will make yet another start at shortstop for the Royals and will hit ninth against Rays right-hander Casey Legumina. Witt is dealing with a Grade 1 MCL sprain in his right knee and will be missing his sixth straight start. The Royals have been optimistic that Witt doesn't need a stint on the injured list, but if he cannot play this weekend against the division-rival Chicago White Sox, their tune could change. Fantasy managers will want to check back on Friday to see if Witt is active for the series opener on the South Side of Chicago. The 26-year-old former second overall pick in the 2019 MLB draft has been a must-start, five-category contributor for fantasy managers when healthy, slashing .294/.368/.465 with an .833 OPS, 10 homers, 32 RBI, 28 steals, and 40 runs scored in his 299 at-bats this year. UPDATE: Manager Matt Quatraro said that Witt is on track to return to the lineup for Friday's series opener against Chicago, per Bally Sports KC's Joel Goldberg.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Bucks Add South East Melbourne Forward Malique Lewis as the 60th Pick
The Milwaukee Bucks are receiving forward Malique Lewis after the Washington Wizards selected him with the No. 60 overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft, and his rights moved through Orlando. The 21-year-old played for South East Melbourne in Australia, averaging 7.3 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.1 steals in 21.2 minutes while shooting 45.2 percent from the field, 37.5 percent from deep, and 82.6 percent at the line. Lewis has a narrow fantasy path as the final pick, but his defensive versatility, corner-shooting growth, and transition finishing give Milwaukee a useful developmental wing to bring along gradually.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Lars Nootbaar Is a Top Pickup Following His Return
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar is still ramping up after his delayed start to the season, but he's shown enough signs to be a nice pickup if you need outfield depth. He seems fully recovered from the surgery he had on both his heels and has hit .341 over his last 12 games with three doubles, a triple, and a home run, boosting him to a .410 wOBA and a .953 OPS. Nootbaar hasn't stolen a base yet in his 17 games, but his power and run production are back. He has a 55.6% hard-hit rate and 13.3% barrel rate since returning and makes solid contact, especially against righties. The 28-year-old lefty won't be hitting leadoff after the emergence of JJ Wetherholt, but he still has enough thump in his bat to be a solid producer from the middle of the order for a surprisingly productive Cardinals' offense.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Wan'Dale Robinson a High-Volume Sleeper in 2026 Drafts
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson has earned 263 targets and caught 185 balls over the past two seasons, mostly with Brian Daboll as his play-caller. With the two reuniting in Tennessee after Robinson signed a four-year, $70 million deal in free agency, his usage should remain consistent. While 2025 represented a career year for Robinson and his first 1,000-yard campaign, he actually had one more target and one more reception in the previous season, making him a valuable PPR contributor even as teammate Malik Nabers was breaking the Giants' single-season reception record. In Tennessee, much of the hype is rightfully around fourth overall pick Carnell Tate, but Tate has never earned targets at a level approaching Nabers, and it should come as no surprise if it's actually Robinson who leads the team in catches in 2026. While his ceiling will be capped as Tate takes more ownership of the offense throughout the year, Robinson should continue to provide safe floors and consistently usable fantasy performances, particularly in full-PPR leagues, and at RotoBaller's WR52, he is an undervalued late-round pick who can provide stability to almost any type of roster build.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Al Horford Staying with Warriors for 20th NBA Season
Golden State Warriors forward/center Al Horford is declining his $6 million player option and intends to sign a new two-year, $14 million deal to stay with the team, according to ESPN's Shams Charania and Anthony Slater. Horford is also set to become the 13th player in NBA history to reach 20 seasons. The 40-year-old averaged 8.3 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 0.7 steals, 1.1 blocks, and 1.6 threes in 21.5 minutes last season. His fantasy ceiling is limited at this stage, but Horford can still help in threes, blocks, and low-turnover production when Golden State needs a veteran frontcourt spacer around Stephen Curry and Draymond Green.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Is Garrett Whitlock a Top Stash Target for Saves?
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Garrett Whitlock is definitely an important name to watch as we approach what should be a very active trade deadline for Boston. The 30-year-old has been extremely effective in a setup role in front of Aroldis Chapman this season for the struggling Red Sox, allowing just eight earned runs and racking up 29 strikeouts in 24 2/3 innings in his 25 games. Chapman is clearly Boston's best closer, but he could be on the move at the deadline, opening a chance for Whitlock to be the team's closer down the stretch. Whitlock himself could also be traded, and if he lands in a different place as the closer, he could have elite closer value there as well. With so many unknown factors, stashing Whitlock in deep leagues makes sense based on his elite closer upside if he lands in a primary closer role with the Red Sox or a different team. If you're trying to get ahead of the roster shuffle and project potential saves at the end of the season, Whitlock is a great speculative pickup.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Josh Green Traded to the Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired guard/forward Josh Green from the Charlotte Hornets as part of the trade involving LaMelo Ball and Naz Reid, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Green had a limited offensive role in Charlotte last season, averaging 4.3 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 0.8 assists while shooting 45.9 percent from the field. He will not be a high-usage fantasy target with Ball and Anthony Edwards now in the same backcourt, but he gives Minnesota another defensive wing who can run in transition and space the floor in bench-heavy units. Green's value would likely need injuries or a larger-than-expected rotation role to move beyond a watch-list profile.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Tyler Shough a Rising QB2 in Superflex Dynasty Leagues
New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough finished second in Offensive Rookie of the Year voting while playing only half a season in 2025. Taking over a 1-7 team, Shough won five of his nine starts and had the Saints looking like arguably the most dangerous team in the division by year's end. Heading into his first full season as a starter, New Orleans' offense has regularly been tabbed as a unit on the rise, making Shough a legitimate QB2 option in superflex dynasty leagues. Kellen Moore's offenses have always been at their best with two capable receivers, which they appear to have in 2025 second-team All-Pro Chris Olave and 2026 first-round pick Jordyn Tyson. The Saints also spent big on free agent running back Travis Etienne Jr., giving the 26-year-old Shough a plethora of weapons and a clear path to upside after averaging more than 19 fantasy points per game across his final six starts of 2025. Adding deceptive value with his legs, Shough pairs an increasingly reliable floor with a rising ceiling, and at RotoBaller's QB21, he is a player that drafters should feel comfortable making their second quarterback in dynasty startups.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Predators Acquire Jack Drury From Avalanche
The Nashville Predators have acquired center Jack Drury from the Colorado Avalanche. The team also picked up forward Chase Bradley and a 2029 third-round draft pick in exchange for forwards Fedor Svechkov and Zachary L'Heureux. Drury had a solid 2025-26 campaign, notching a career-high 27 points (10 goals, 17 assists) in 82 games and even receiving some Selke votes. He finished plus-15 for the season and won an impressive 58.1 percent of his faceoffs. As a bottom-six center, Drury has limited fantasy value, but he'll be a nice addition in the middle for the Predators. This trade marks the second offseason transaction between the Predators and the Avalanche, following Chris MacFarland's move from Denver to Nashville to succeed Barry Trotz as general manager.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Naz Reid Traded to the Hornets
The Charlotte Hornets acquired big man Naz Reid as part of the blockbuster trade sending LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 26-year-old averaged 13.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.2 assists while shooting 45.6 percent from the field and 36.2 percent from deep for Minnesota last season. Reid's fantasy outlook gets more interesting with the Hornets, especially if Charlotte gives him a bigger frontcourt role after years of sharing touches in Minnesota. Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel should see more creation chances with Ball gone, but Reid gives the roster a proven floor-spacing big who can score without needing plays called for him.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Griffin Jax is a Must-Add Starting Pitcher From the Waiver Wire
Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Griffin Jax earned his third win of the season on Wednesday and continues to prove himself as a very solid pickup from the waiver wire. Jax went five innings and gave up five hits while racking up seven strikeouts. He has worked exactly five innings in four straight outings, going 2-1 with a 0.90 ERA, 3.05 FIP, and a 1.05 WHIP. Jax has successfully moved from the bullpen to the starting rotation, and he can be a great way to fortify your rotation, even though his innings aren't maxed out yet. His next start is scheduled for Tuesday on the road in Kansas City, and he will likely be a two-start pitcher for that week since he'll turn around and face the Astros the following Sunday.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Is Garrett Wilson a WR1 in 2026?
Before a knee injury ended his 2025 campaign, New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson was the WR5 through the first five weeks of the season. Heading into 2026 healthy and in what looks to be an uptrending offense, Wilson has the potential to volume his way to a top 10 finish over a full season. The Jets spent first-round picks on tight end Kenyon Sadiq and wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr., moves that could help elevate the offense as a whole without adding insurmountable competition for Wilson's targets. In his first full season with the team, Adonai Mitchell looks to handle WR2 responsibilities, though his game has been predicted more on big plays than volume, and in Frank Reich's mesh-heavy offense, Wilson should be given ample opportunity to work with the ball in space. New York traded for quarterback Geno Smith, who now faces allegations of battery but has not been charged, so while his legal situation warrants monitoring, he still represents an upgrade at the position. In a best-case scenario, Wilson's ceiling is as high as nearly any receiver currently being drafted outside of the first two rounds, and at RotoBaller's WR14, he's one of the last players that drafters should feel comfortable enough to make their WR1 in a running back-heavy build.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
LaMelo Ball Traded to Timberwolves in Blockbuster Deal
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball is headed to Minnesota with Josh Green in a blockbuster deal that sends Naz Reid and a large draft-pick package to Charlotte, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Ball had a healthier 2025-26 campaign, averaging 20.1 points, 7.1 assists, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.2 steals across 72 games for the Hornets. The move puts him next to Anthony Edwards, which should cut into Ball's on-ball dominance but may help his efficiency if he gets more catch-and-shoot looks and easier transition chances. His fantasy ceiling remains tied to assists, threes, and steals, but this is no longer a situation where every possession has to run through him.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Zach Benson Inks Seven-Year Extension With Sabres
Buffalo Sabres winger Zach Benson signed a seven-year, $52.5 million contract extension on Wednesday. He was locked up long-term with an average annual value of $7.5 million. Benson was eligible to become a restricted free agent on July 1. The Sabres announced the signing after shipping Alex Tuch to Washington in a sign-and-trade agreement. Tuch's departure should increase Benson's playing opportunities next season. The 21-year-old tallied a career-high 43 points (13 goals, 30 assists) in 65 outings this season. If Benson remains injury-free and sees more ice time, he could realistically approach the 60-point mark in 2026-27.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Timberwolves Select Trey Kaufman-Renn With No. 59 Pick
The Minnesota Timberwolves selected Purdue forward Trey Kaufman-Renn with the No. 59 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. NBA.com lists the 23-year-old at 6-foot-9 and 240 pounds, and he closed his Purdue career by averaging 14.2 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists while shooting 57.8 percent from the field as a senior. His fantasy appeal is built around field-goal percentage, rebounding, and low-post efficiency, but the second-round landing spot gives him a narrow early path. Kaufman-Renn will likely need to prove he can defend faster frontcourt players and add functional range before earning steady NBA minutes.
Source: Brett Siegel
Source: Brett Siegel
Elvis Alvarado Blows Wednesday's Save as Struggles Continue, Is it Time to Cut Ties?
Athletics relief pitcher Elvis Alvarado gave up two runs in the ninth inning, blowing a save against the Giants in his team's 2-1 loss. He gave up a home run to Rafael Devers to lead off the inning and then a walk-off homer to Victor Bericoto to end the game. He has allowed five runs in his last four games, allowing six hits over 5 1/3 innings, including four homers. Alvarado had worked his way into the team's closer rotation, but with his recent struggles, Hogan Harris seems like a better option in the short term. The Athletics will continue to shuffle pieces at the end of games, but for now, Alvarado doesn't seem like a strong play in standard-sized leagues.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Can Emeka Egbuka Return to His Week-Winning Form?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka was the first player in NFL history to record 25-plus receptions, 400-plus receiving yards, and five-plus touchdowns in his first five career games, pacing as the WR3 over that stretch. While his torrid opening pace fell off dramatically over the back half of the year, there's still plenty to be excited about if he can reestablish a more consistent connection with quarterback Baker Mayfield in his second season. Even while disappointing fantasy managers, Egbuka finished the year with 938 yards on 63 receptions, and with six-time Pro Bowler Mike Evans no longer part of the team, the 2025 first-round pick should see an uptick in first-read targets. At RotoBaller's dynasty WR12, opinions are likely split on the 23-year-old wideout, making him an intriguing trade target who could be viewed as a foundational piece to a rebuilding roster or a usable weekly contributor for contending managers.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Alex Tuch Joins Capitals in Sign-And-Trade Deal
The Washington Capitals have acquired winger Alex Tuch in a sign-and-trade deal with the Buffalo Sabres, ESPN's Emily Kaplan reports. The Sabres received a 2026 third-round draft pick in 2026 and forward David Kampf in return for Tuch, who inked an eight-year, $84 million contract. Tuch was among the best unrestricted free agents on the market this offseason. He had a productive five-year stint with the Sabres, recording 66 points (33 goals, 33 assists) in 79 games in 2025-26. Washington also acquired Jordan Kyrou (knee) from the St. Louis Blues this week, reshaping its offense after missing the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Source: Emily Kaplan
Source: Emily Kaplan
Pelicans Draft Hometown Scorer Jaron Pierre Jr.
The New Orleans Pelicans selected SMU guard/forward Jaron Pierre Jr. with the No. 58 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The New Orleans native gives the Pelicans an experienced scoring option after averaging 17.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.0 steals in 33.0 minutes while shooting 46.2 percent from the field, 37.0 percent from deep, and 75.8 percent at the line. Pierre previously averaged 21.6 points at Jacksonville State, so the scoring track record is real. His fantasy value will be limited early, but three-level scoring and wing size give him a path to compete for bench minutes.
Source: Brett Siegel
Source: Brett Siegel
Rockies Turn to Jimmy Herget for Second Save, the Closer to Roster in Colorado?
Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Jimmy Herget came on to close out his team's comeback win on Wednesday over the Red Sox, and he earned his second save of the year. His first save came all the way back on April 1, but he has been effective lately, with no runs allowed in his last four appearances. In those 4 1/3 innings, he has allowed three hits and two walks but also racked up seven strikeouts. The 32-year-old righty has primarily served as a setup man for Antonio Senzatela, but Senzatela came in earlier on Wednesday to give the Rockies a chance to climb back into the game. While Senzatela is still the primary option to roster in Colorado's bullpen, Herget could be the next man up if Senzatela is traded or whenever he needs a break. He's a deep-league option at this point, and he's someone to monitor closely in standard leagues in case roles shift.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Narcisse Ngoy Joins Clippers as Draft-and-Stash Center
The Los Angeles Clippers acquired French center Narcisse Ngoy after the Atlanta Hawks selected him with the No. 57 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The 21-year-old played for Poitiers in France's ELITE 2, averaging 9.8 points, 11.6 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 2.4 blocks in 24.6 minutes while shooting 68.0 percent from the field. Ngoy also signed with Auburn for the 2026-27 season, so this profiles more like a draft-and-stash play than an immediate fantasy situation. His rebounding and shot-blocking are the fantasy draw, but managers may need to wait before seeing those numbers tested in an NBA rotation.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Parker Washington Going to Be "Hard to Take Off the Field"
Following a late-season emergence that helped to unlock the Jacksonville Jaguars' offense, the buzz around wide receiver Parker Washington has not quieted, and NFL reporter Cameron Wolfe believes that he will be one of Jacksonville's top two receivers in 2026, along with Brian Thomas Jr. Washington was the fantasy WR11 over the final 10 weeks of the season, elevating quarterback Trevor Lawrence into the MVP discussion with his revelatory playmaking abilities, and after a strong showing at minicamp, Wolfe believes he will be "hard to take off the field" in his fourth season. With Jakobi Meyers, Travis Hunter, and the newly extended Brenton Strange also at his disposal, head coach and playcaller Liam Coen has the flexibility to get creative in his second season at the helm, but the drumbeat for Washington continues to grow louder, and at RotoBaller's WR34, he could still represent tremendous value in the middle rounds of 2026 drafts.
Source: Cameron Wolfe
Source: Cameron Wolfe
Vsevolod Ishchenko Goes to Dallas in Second-Round Trade
The Dallas Mavericks are acquiring Lokomotiv Kuban guard/forward Vsevolod Ishchenko after the Los Angeles Lakers sent the No. 56 overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft to Dallas, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 21-year-old made a sizable jump in the VTB United League, averaging 8.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.3 steals in 23.7 minutes while shooting 51.6 percent from the field, 46.3 percent from deep, and 80.1 percent at the line. Ishchenko was also named a VTB All-Star and Young Player of the Year, but his fantasy value is more of a long-range watch, especially if Dallas keeps him overseas or starts him in the G League.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Clippers Add Two-Time Big Ten Scoring Champ Nick Martinelli
The Los Angeles Clippers used a cash deal to land one of college basketball's most accomplished scorers, taking Northwestern forward Nick Martinelli at No. 55 in the 2026 NBA draft after the Knicks selected him. The two-time Big Ten scoring champion poured in 23.0 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 2.0 assists on 51.0 percent shooting and 41.7 percent from three as a senior. Martinelli is a crafty, physical bucket-getter in the Georges Niang mold, scoring through contact from every level, though average athleticism and defensive concerns are why he lasted this long. The fit is tough: he has to earn a spot through Summer League and camp on a win-now Clippers roster led by Kawhi Leonard and Darius Garland. There is nothing here for fantasy now, but the scoring touch hints at a long-term bench-scorer role.
Source: Brett Siegel
Source: Brett Siegel
Warriors Add Florida State Wing Lajae Jones in the Second Round
The Golden State Warriors selected Florida State guard/forward Lajae Jones with the No. 54 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. The 22-year-old averaged 12.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.0 blocks in 29.5 minutes while shooting 42.7 percent from the field and 32.5 percent from deep. Jones played in all 33 games and made 31 starts, also leading Florida State in total rebounds and blocks. His early fantasy appeal is limited, but his size, rebounding, and defensive activity give him a path to low-usage wing minutes if the shot becomes more consistent.
Source: Brett Siegel
Source: Brett Siegel
