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Fantasy Basketball Takes That Stand Apart From the Crowd
Experts highlight several players whose outlooks differ from the consensus heading into the season.
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Guards Drawing Contrarian Interest
One analyst sees VanVleet as a strong value pick well outside the top 100, noting the risk is already reflected in his draft position and comparing his output to that of Desmond Bane taken much earlier. Another is all in on Kyrie Irving, viewing him as a potential second-round contributor who could be selected in Round 4 or 5 while playing alongside Cooper Flagg. A third expects Garland to become the focal point of the Clippers offense and finish inside the top 30 after averaging 19.9 PPG, 6.4 APG and 1.2 SPG in 19 games last season.
Higher Hopes for LaMelo Ball
LaMelo Ball played in 72 games last season but only 28.0 MPG. In prior seasons he posted 24.1 PPG, 7.9 APG and 5.5 RPG. With a move to the Timberwolves and a role next to Anthony Edwards, one expert believes Ball could return to the top-10 range he once occupied before injuries.
Skepticism Around Jackson and Optimism for Miller
One voice is stepping away from Jackson in points formats, citing limited rebounding below six RPG, turnover issues and a possible further reduction in role with younger players arriving. Meanwhile, Brandon Miller is viewed as a candidate to lead the league in three-point attempts, with a draft position well above his current 59th spot potentially justified by an exponential leap in production.
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