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With summer league and the Paris Olympics completed, we’ve reached the point in the NBA calendar where there isn’t much going on. League schedules are expected to drop soon, giving us some things to discuss before training camp begins in late September. And there’s never a wrong time to discuss players whose fantasy values could improve next season due to either a change in scenery or a change to the rotation they already belong to. Here are a few players who could fit the bill and benefit your fantasy teams this winter.
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Josh Giddey(2023-24 Yahoo ADP: 62)
After improving his fantasy value from Year 1 to Year 2, Giddey took a significant hit during his third season with the Thunder. This wasn’t a complete shock, as the addition of Chet Holmgren and the continued growth of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams meant that someone would take a hit. Giddey’s per-game and totals fantasy values did not fall off significantly, and his per-36 value improved, according to Basketball Monster. However, it became apparent that a change would need to be made, especially as his minutes decreased significantly during the postseason.
Enter the Chicago Bulls, who acquired Giddey from the Thunder in exchange for Alex Caruso in one of the most surprising offseason moves (since Chicago did not get any future draft capital in addition to Giddey). The change of scenery could give his fantasy value a welcome boost, as the Bulls need a rebuild and improved playmaking at the point. What should also encourage fantasy managers was Giddey’s play in Paris, as in four games, he posted averages of 17.5 points, 7.8 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 0.3 blocks, and 2.3 3-pointers, shooting 50.0% from the field, 47.4% from three, and 53.8% from the foul line.
Whether the perimeter shooting accuracy can be sustained is up for debate, especially considering the closer 3-point line and Giddey’s free-throw struggles. However, the move to Chicago should result in…
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Publish date : 2024-08-13 14:00:00
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