For those of you still engaged in your Fantasy basketball playoffs (head-to-head leagues) or nearing the finish line in roto leagues, we focus on several key players for the homestretch this week. No holds barred as we look at those players who should truly be focused on because of their current individual and team situations.
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Not only has he finally stayed completely healthy, but his outside game has really matured. Unfortunately, that’s come at a cost as he’s not getting to the line as often. Wall’s modest block numbers have also dipped, but with a career high in both points and dimes, he’s finally emerged as an elite point guard. It took him until season No. 4, but the speedster is finally going to taste postseason play.
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If you’re in the market for rebounds and blocks, Dalembert can be of assistance. Not known for Fantasy consistency, he has been productive lately with the Mavs in a battle for a Western Conference playoff spot.
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Less than two weeks ago, the Detroit Pistons were very much alive in the Eastern Conference playoff race. But five straight losses have dropped them to 11th in the conference, making a lottery pick much more likely than postseason action.
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Bradley is finally starting to return to full strength after being plagued by a chronic ankle injury. His scoring has improved over the last several games and it shouldn’t be long before he regains his starting job.
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Griffin has been able to log more PT this season, and while his shooting has slipped slightly once again and he’s never developed into a shot blocker, he is enjoying his finest season offensively. More than anything, it’s his consistency — 26 straight games of at least 20 points — that has really stuck out.
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Okay, Fantasy hoopsters, we’ve come to that all important part of the season when, for those of you in ESPN leagues and likely others, the playoffs are upon us. Now is the time to pay close attention to every injury (minor or major) and also be sure to follow NBA happenings on a daily/nightly basis. Also, it’s a good idea to prepare a list of free agent players that can be inserted should you want to take advantage of the extra man games afforded during a playoff matchup (typically two weeks in length). Here are some recommendations for those of you in deeper leagues.
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