Week 15 of the NBA season is over, and as we look ahead into Week 16, we’re here to share a couple of names you should consider adding to your roster. Based on Yahoo Fantasy data, these picks focus on players returning from long-term injuries and those positioned to benefit from potential roster shakeups as the trade deadline approaches.
Ty Jerome, MEM, PG
Fantasy managers have been waiting with bated breath for his return, and it finally happened on February 1. After missing 46 games, Jerome started and dropped 20 points and 6 assists in just 19 minutes. Rostered in only 12% of leagues, you should immediately rush to your free agency section—he is set to have a massive role as long as Ja Morant is sidelined.
Jarace Walker, IND, PF
An early candidate for the “silly season MVP,” Walker’s upside makes him a strong end-of-bench asset. Through January, he averaged 11.7 points and 1.2 steals on 48.1% shooting. Currently rostered in 16% of leagues, his value is expected to jump significantly after the All-Star break as the Pacers may begin resting their veteran stars.
Pelle Larsson, MIA, SG/SF
The extended absence of Tyler Herro has forced Erik Spoelstra to get creative, and Larsson is a primary beneficiary. The sophomore wing recently exploded for 20 points, 3 triples, and 4 assists in 23 minutes of action. With a 16% rostered rating, he is a high-upside wing player worth taking a flyer on while Miami’s backcourt remains thin.
Kyle Filipowski, UTA, PF/C
With the trade deadline looming, Filipowski is the ultimate stash candidate. If Utah decides to move its veteran bigs, the door opens wide for Filipowski to secure a full-fledged starting role. In January, he showed his efficiency with 9.1 points and 6.2 boards in limited minutes. Stashing is risky, but he could be a league-winner by mid-February.
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