Fantasy Basketball: Why Grayson Allen should be in your trade plans

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The three-ball has become arguably the staple of scoring in the NBA — so we figured we’d take some shots from way downtown, too. Here, fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus will break down the three things fantasy managers need to know. Or, Dan will break down multiple three-point pieces of advice, analysis and more — it just depends on how open he is From Deep.

1/3: Grayson Allen is the most efficient shooter in the NBA

For the opening From Deep column, it’s only fitting that I look into an underrated player this season who is enjoying the best year of his career.

Suns G/F Grayson Allen.

He’s been on my shortlist for best pickups/draft picks of the year, and while I recognized his efficiency was integral to his success in fantasy this season, I needed to realize the true level of efficiency he was pacing towards.

Somehow, Grayson Allen has turned into the most efficient player in the NBA.

On top of shooting close to 51% from the field and 89% from the line, Allen leads the NBA in 3-point percentage at 48.6% (min of 82 3s made). If his 3-point percentage holds, that would be the 13th-best mark of all time (Luke Kennard currently doesn’t qualify).

It’s that efficiency that’s made him a top-60 player in category formats. A low turnover rate and an average of 1.5 stocks per game is a nice bonus to an already uber-efficient offensive game. It’s fair to say that his role within the Phoenix Suns system is perfect; with so much gravity drawn to their big three of Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, Allen is thriving in catch-and-shoot situations but is also converting on his opportunities in transition and near the rim.

And, most importantly, making the right plays translates well for fantasy purposes.

2/3: But is Allen’s shooting sustainable?

Statistically speaking, yes. I’ll get to some of the advanced data momentarily, but to suggest a player is the most efficient shooter in the league, surely they’re on a path to the 50-40-90 club — a feat only accomplished 15 times by 11 players in NBA history. The list includes mostly Hall-of-Famers — players who are considered among the best shooters of all time —…

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Publish date : 2024-02-29 18:59:59

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