But oftentimes in order to make the most substantial impact on the standings or upcoming fantasy playoff games, it’s judicious to target players that address needs or potential close categorical battles against future opponents. These category-specific moves are the other type of additions fantasy owners are making. In head-to-head formats, it’s savvy to analyze the […]
Continue readingDon’t worry; I have the answers for you. Each Monday this season, I’ll tip the week off by positing and seeking answers to five key questions, thus the “Starting Five.” This week’s contributors are ESPN Fantasy analyst Joe Kaiser, ESPN Insider Kevin Pelton and yours truly. Kaiser: Irving is a star, and not only that, […]
Continue readingIrving’s rehab is going smoothly, sources told The Cleveland Plain Dealer, and the Cleveland Cavaliers will slowly work him back into playing condition, with that process possibly lasting as long as January. Irving previously said on record there was no timetable for his return. “I’m honestly not putting a date on anything,” Irving told the […]
Continue readingShumpert, who sat out the Cavs’ 105-102 loss to the Chicago Bulls on Saturday with inflammation and soreness in his knee, is averaging 5.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists while shooting a career-low 37.4 percent from the field. He missed the first 21 games of the season with a right wrist injury. The Cavs […]
Continue reading“Note: Brian McKitish’s top 130 players are ranked for their fantasy value from this point forward in the 2012-13 NBA season. Previous rank is indicated in parentheses. “ 1. Kevin Durant, OKC (1) 2. LeBron James, MIA (2) 3. Chris Paul, LAC (4) 4. Russell Westbrook, OKC (5) 5. Kevin Love, MIN (3) 6. Kobe […]
Continue readingEditor’s Note: This story was originally published on June 21, 2012. Sunday marks the eighth anniversary of LeBron James winning his first career NBA championship with the Miami Heat. For a long time, LeBron James had it easy. And that’s what made it so hard. The NBA hadn’t really seen a player with such a […]
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