The NBA Loser Lineup: Nuggets’ chase for repeat fails — should Nikola Jokić repeat as No. 1 fantasy pick?

Welcome to “The Loser Lineup,” where we delve into what teams eliminated from playoff contention must do to elevate their fantasy basketball game. As the dust settles on this season’s disappointments, it’s time for these teams to strategize, rebuild and reinvigorate their rosters for a shot at redemption next season. Join us as we explore the pivotal moves and player evaluations that could change the fantasy landscape by next year.

This story will continuously be updated as each NBA team heads for Cancún and we add them to the Loser Lineup.

The reigning champs met a worthy adversary in the Minnesota Timberwolves, falling just short of reaching the Western Conference Finals. Nikola Jokić’s time as the 1.01 in fantasy is at risk with Victor Wembanyama’s arrival, but I wouldn’t fault anyone for selecting Jokić with the top pick. Jokić, a three-time MVP who rarely gets hurt, has a floor of 25/11/8. He’s an all-time great and is one of the best in the history of fantasy basketball.

Jamal Murray finished in the top 30, and while he played less than 60 games, he was uber-efficient from the field for a guard, posting a 48/43/85 shooting split in his eighth NBA season. Murray outperformed his ADP, as did Michael Porter Jr. Porter Jr. tallied over seven rebounds per game for the second time in his career, but I’d likely draft him around the seventh round in fantasy as his ceiling is capped playing third wheel in Denver.

Aaron Gordon and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope flirted with top 100 value at various points in the season and offer reliable backend depth for fantasy managers.

While Christian Braun and Peyton Watson may currently be relegated to dynasty formats, their potential for fantasy success is undeniable. They are intriguing options, especially if any injury occurs, adding an element of excitement and anticipation to their future in fantasy basketball.

The Nuggets may not see significant changes, but the path out West is growing more challenging by the year.

Talk about defying expectations. The Knicks showed marked improvement, driven by MVP candidate Jalen Brunson’s meteoric rise and the elevated play of Donte…

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Publish date : 2024-05-20 14:08:20

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