A pré-temporada da NBA está oficialmente em andamento, com a temporada regular começando no dia 22 de outubro. Agora é o momento perfeito para começar os drafts de Fantasy Basketball.
Classificação dos 150 melhores do Fantasy Basketball
- Victor Wembanyama, Spurs : Depois de uma das melhores campanhas de novato na história da NBA, Wembanyama deve ser considerado para a escolha número 1 do seu draft, independentemente do seu sistema de pontuação de basquete fantasy.
- Nikola Jokic, Nuggets : O futuro membro do Hall da Fama não parece estar em declínio tão cedo e continua sendo uma das duas principais escolhas de basquete fantasy para ligas de pontos e ligas de categoria em 2024-25.
- Luka Doncic, Mavericks : Já um dos melhores jogadores de basquete fantasy, Doncic consolidou seu status ao chegar à sua primeira final da NBA na temporada passada.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder : Vice-campeão do prêmio de MVP do ano passado, Gilgeous-Alexander silenciosamente se tornou um dos melhores jogadores bidirecionais da NBA.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bucks : A temporada difícil de Milwaukee tirou o que foi outra temporada estatística de elite do "The Greek Freak". Em nosso mais recente Draft Simulado da Fantasy Basketball Points League , ele foi selecionado em 4º lugar geral.
- Tyrese Haliburton, Pacers : Os Pacers foram sem dúvida o time mais surpreendente da temporada passada e os números de Haliburton na temporada inteira foram decepcionantes devido a uma lesão no meio da temporada, da qual ele participou.
- Joel Embiid, 76ers : Se Embiid fosse uma garantia de permanecer saudável, ele estaria na conversa para a escolha nº 1. Mas, dada sua idade e histórico de lesões, ele cai para o meio da primeira rodada.
- Anthony Davis, Lakers : Assim como Joel Embiid, Davis tem mais potencial do que isso, mas tem lutado para se manter saudável.
- Trae Young, Hawks : Com Dejounte Murray negociado com New Orleans, Young pode mais uma vez assumir o controle total do ataque de Atlanta.
- Jayson Tatum, Celtics :: Embora tenha sido ofuscado por Jaylen Brown no caminho para as finais, Tatum continua apresentando números excelentes e raramente perde jogos.
- Kevin Durant, Suns : Apesar da idade e dos problemas com lesões, Durant continua sendo um dos pontuadores mais eficientes da NBA e é capaz de liderar um time de fantasia.
- Donovan Mitchell, Cavaliers : Saindo discretamente da temporada mais importante da sua carreira, Mitchell novamente se projeta como a opção número 1 de Cleveland e um dos melhores ala-armadores da NBA.
- Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves : A temporada 2023-24 de Edwards foi mais uma explosão na vida real do que na fantasia, mas sua flecha está apontando para cima, pois parece que ele está pronto para se tornar uma das estrelas da liga. Ele foi selecionado em 14º lugar geral em nosso recente Head-to-Head Categories Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft .
- Stephen Curry, Warriors : Com a saída de Klay Thompson e Chris Paul, Curry se torna ainda mais entrincheirado como o principal driver ofensivo do time. Se ele continuar saudável, trazê-lo aqui pode ser uma pechincha.
- LaMelo Ball, Hornets : Em puro talento, Ball deve estar na discussão da primeira rodada. Uma série de lesões no tornozelo traz preocupação para sua perspectiva de fantasia, no entanto.
- Scottie Barnes, Raptors : Barnes assumiu como a principal opção ofensiva de Toronto na temporada passada depois que OG Anunoby e Pascal Siakam foram negociados. Ele pode dar outro passo à frente?
- James Harden, Clippers : A saída de Paul George significa que Harden e Kawhi Leonard terão ainda mais tarefas no ataque. E com o histórico de lesões de Leonard, deve haver muitas noites em que Harden é a opção número 1 clara — se a idade e as lesões não o afetarem também.
- Chet Holmgren, Thunder : Holmgren teve uma excelente temporada de estreia em ambas as pontas da quadra e agora é a terceira opção oficial de ataque do OKC após a troca de Josh Giddey.
- Domantas Sabonis, Kings : A adição de DeMar DeRozan traz uma nova dinâmica para Sacramento, mas Sabonis deve continuar sendo uma das melhores ameaças de triplo-duplo da liga.
- Alperen Sengun, Rockets: Sengun is becoming one of the NBA’s best offensive centers and is at the core of Houston’s rebuild. Alex Barutha points out the importance of playmaking big men in his fantasy basketball draft strategy article.
- De’Aaron Fox, Kings: Fox will have to adapt to DeMar DeRozan’s arrival, but he’s been one of the steadiest lead point guards in the NBA lately.
- Damian Lillard, Bucks: How much of Lillard’s down season was due to personal matters and the Bucks’ coaching changes? Either way, he’s in his mid-30s and is no longer the No. 1 option on his team.
- Jalen Brunson, Knicks: The additions of Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns means Brunson probably won’t have to handle the kind of workload he did last year, but he’s still one of the NBA’s craftiest and most efficient point guards. Listen to Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha discuss him as a potential bust on the RotoWire Fantasy Basketball YouTube page.
- Cade Cunningham, Pistons: Injury and team struggles have hurt Cunningham’s career, but he’s still promising and talented enough to be worth drafting early in fantasy.
- LeBron James, Lakers: As ageless as James seems, he doesn’t have the upside in fantasy that he used to and has missed more games as his career has gone on.
- Tyrese Maxey, 76ers: Maxey will have to adjust to the presence of Paul George, but the point guard still figures to drive the team’s offense behind Joel Embiid.
- Karl-Anthony Towns, Knicks: Towns took a step back after Anthony Edwards took over and Rudy Gobert was placed at center for the Timberwolves. However, being dealt to the Knicks keeps him as the team’s No. 2 option while placing him back at center. Could we see his rebounds and blocks increase again?
- Bam Adebayo, Heat: Adebayo’s defensive numbers don’t reflect his impact, but he’s been one of fantasy’s most reliable centers over the past half-decade.
- Jaren Jackson, Grizzlies: Jackson may scale back his offensive responsibilities with Ja Morant back in the fold, but the big man will still be the team’s No. 3 option and an elite shot-blocker.
- Fred VanVleet, Rockets: Houston is generally embracing a youth movement, but VanVleet is the one who’s entrusted to organize the offense.
- Kyrie Irving, Mavericks: Irving could be drafted higher than this, but he’s had trouble staying on the court for his entire career.
- Jamal Murray, Nuggets: Murray and Nikola Jokic form one of the league’s best two-man games, but the point guard needs to prove he can remain healthy.
- Lauri Markkanen, Jazz: Markkanen has revitalized his career in Utah, becoming one of the league’s most efficient scoring forwards. However, the team’s attempts to jockey for lottery position have resulted in late-season absences for Markkanen.
- Paul George, 76ers: Despite a change of scenery, George still projects to be his new team’s No. 3 option on offense. That, combined with his age
- Paolo Banchero, Magic: Banchero is leading the charge for a Magic team that surprised even optimists last season. He may be on the verge of a break into stardom. See where he ranks in our Fantasy Basketball Keeper Rankings.
- Ja Morant, Grizzlies: Morant has something to prove after missing practically all of last season. He has holes in his fantasy profile, but he’s unquestionably Memphis’ No. 1 option and young enough to make improvements.
- Jalen Williams, Thunder: A void in usage left by Josh Giddey could vault Williams to a new level. He had his struggles in the playoffs, but Williams has made great development overall as a young wing.
- Dejounte Murray, Pelicans: Murray has a new opportunity away from the sky-high usage of Trae Young, but he’ll still have to contend for touches with Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum and Trey Murphy. Alex Barutha lists Murray in his article — fantasy basketball do not draft list.
- Desmond Bane, Grizzlies: Bane did a strong job filling in as Memphis’ lead option while Ja Morant missed almost all of last season. With Morant back, Bane will step back into his usual role.
- Jalen Johnson, Hawks: A frontrunner for Most Improved Player before succumbing to injury, Johnson could be Atlanta’s second-leading scorer this season and boasts a well-rounded game
- Pascal Siakam, Pacers: Siakam started the year slowly with Toronto and then had to adapt after being traded to Indiana. A full training camp with his new squad should allow him to fully cement his role as the Pacers’ No. 2 option.
- Darius Garland, Cavaliers: Injuries took their toll on Garland, resulting in a down year. He’s entering the year healthy and ready to be Cleveland’s second-leading playmaker behind Donovan Mitchell.
- Kawhi Leonard, Clippers: A healthy season from Leonard would make drafting him here amazing value, especially with the departure of Paul George. But Leonard underwent surgery in the offseason and is limited to begin camp. The plan is for him to be ready for Opening Night, but when have things gone to plan for him? Mike Barner considers Leonard to be one of the Most Difficult Players to Rank in fantasy basketball.
- Evan Mobley, Cavaliers: Mobley hasn’t made the offensive leap optimists were hoping for, but he’s established himself as one of the league’s best defenders.
- Jaylen Brown, Celtics: The 2024 NBA Finals MVP, Brown may have played better than Jayson Tatum when it mattered most, but he’s not a better fantasy asset. He’s still young enough to theoretically take a step forward, but his role is quite established.
- Rudy Gobert, Timberwolves: He’s undoubtedly past his prime, and also undoubtedly still one of the best sources of traditional big man stats.
- Jimmy Butler, Heat: A healthy season from Butler would make this draft slot a steal. That’s more difficult to assume as he gets older.
- Franz Wagner, Magic: Wagner’s three-point shot failed him last season. However, a bounceback plus some development as Orlando’s No. 2 option could lead to a nice campaign.
- Jalen Duren, Pistons: Duren has already established himself as one of the NBA’s best rebounders and a nightly 15-and-15 threat. Injuries shook up his sophomore year, so he could be in line for a mini-leap forward.
- Myles Turner, Pacers: Turner brings a unique skill set as a three-and-D big man, though his upside is capped due to his below-average rebounding and minutes.
- Immanuel Quickley, Raptors: Quickly enters this season as a full-time starter for the first time in his career. He’ll have to share touches with Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett, but Quickley could be in line for a small breakout.
- DeMar DeRozan, Kings: DeRozan has been one of the steadiest sources of fantasy value for the better part of a decade. On a new team with younger, established offensive options, will he take a step back?
- Mikal Bridges, Knicks: On the surface, moving to the Knicks presents as a downgrade for Bridges’ fantasy value. At the same time, it may allow him to focus back on defense and become more efficient on offense. He also never misses games.
- Miles Bridges, Hornets: After sitting out all of 2022-23, Bridges returned to form quickly. While he’s been Charlotte’s No. 2 option recently, that could change with Brandon Miller potentially emerging.
- Cam Thomas, Nets: Brooklyn projects as one of the worst teams in the NBA, and Thomas is set to run the show. Can he handle a massive usage rate, or will his efficiency suffer too greatly?
- Coby White, Bulls: After a bit of a slow start, White broke out as a full-time starter last year. His role is safe, but how high is his ceiling with Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic still on the roster?
- Derrick White, Celtics: White was one of last season’s fantasy breakouts, taking on a bigger role than expected on both sides of the ball. Maybe he can repeat it, but does he have any upward mobility in the offense?
- Tyler Herro, Heat: Herro has shown upside to be Miami’s second option, but he’s having issues staying healthy.
- Zion Williamson, Pelicans: The risk/reward proposition with Williamson is clear by now. There aren’t many players with his upside available in this range.
- Brandon Ingram, Pelicans: Ingram has no problems averaging 20/5/5 every year, but he’s quietly one of the most injury-prone players in the NBA.
- Josh Giddey, Bulls: Unable to retain his role in the playoffs for the Thunder, the organization dealt him to the Bulls. In Chicago, he’ll still need to compete for touches, but the team should be invested in showcasing and developing him as a player of the future. Read more about Giddey in Michael Gillow’s Fantasy Basketball Risers & Fallers article.
- Anfernee Simons, Trail Blazers: Simons’ 2023-24 season was derailed by injuries, but he still projects as Portland’s No. 1 option and is young enough to take steps forward.
- Deandre Ayton, Trail Blazers: It doesn’t appear Ayton will live up to his No. 1 overall pick status, but he’s been a fairly reliable source of big-man stats.
- D’Angelo Russell, Lakers: It seemed like the Lakers wanted to trade Russell last year – it didn’t happen. His potential is only so high being surrounded by two stars and other solid offensive options, but Russell can provide traditional point guard stats with relative consistency.
- Brandon Miller, Hornets: After a slow start to his rookie year, Miller stepped up after LaMelo Ball suffered a season-ending injury. He should develop as a sophomore, but how much of the offense will he be tasked with running if Ball and Miles Bridges are both healthy?
- Julius Randle, Timberwolves: Randle being dealt to the Timberwolves could mean he’s a 1-for-1 replacement for Karl-Anthony Towns. He projects to be Minnesota’s No. 2 option, but his rebounds could suffer playing next to Rudy Gobert.
- Zach LaVine, Bulls: Chicago is actively attempting to trade LaVine and Nikola Vucevic, but finding takers is proving difficult. It complicates LaVine’s fantasy value, but he still has upside as the Bulls’ primary offensive option.
- Nic Claxton, Nets: Claxton signed a big contract extension this summer and projects as one of Brooklyn’s building blocks. He may be trusted with some more touches this season in addition to his traditional big-man duties.
- Kyle Kuzma, Wizards: Kuzma once again projects to be Washington’s primary offensive option. That’s bad news for the Wizards, but great news for fantasy.
- Jonathan Kuminga, Warriors: With Klay Thompson gone and Golden State entering a new phase, it seems like it’s finally time for Kuminga to step up. There’s a strong possibility he needs to be the team’s second-leading scorer.
- Jarrett Allen, Cavaliers: Allen is boring but consistent. If you need rebounds and blocks, he can do the job.
- Nikola Vucevic, Bulls:: Vucevic and Zach LaVine are both at risk of being traded by the Bulls. That, combined with his age, makes him a selection with some downside.
- Mark Williams, Hornets: A back issue cut into Williams’ season, but he’s shown upside as a rebounder and lob-finisher – something that pairs well with LaMelo Ball’s passing ability.
- Jalen Green, Rockets: Green has demonstrated he can score 20 points per game. His next challenge is doing so efficiently and becoming a better passer or defender.
- CJ McCollum, Pelicans: McCollum is still a good source of backcourt offense, but he could take a step back in the playmaking department with Dejounte Murray’s arrival.
- Austin Reaves, Lakers: Reaves had a slow start to last season but picked things up around December. His upside is relatively capped behind the Lakers’ two stars and sharing touches with D’Angelo Russell in the backcourt.
- Brook Lopez, Bucks: Lopez provides a rare three-and-D skillset from a center, but his age is becoming a concern.
- Jordan Poole, Wizards: Poole was one of last season’s biggest fantasy disappointments. Can he put that aside and become one of this season’s NBA fantasy sleepers?
- Jonas Valanciunas, Wizards: Valanciunas’ role with the Pelicans decreased over the years. Maybe he can be revitalized in Washington, but he’s also a late-season shutdown risk.
- Tobias Harris, Pistons: Alarmingly, Harris has a chance to be Detroit’s second-leading scorer. He’s a late-season shutdown risk, but there is more upside than in previous seasons as well.
- Jrue Holiday, Celtics: Holiday took a big step back on offense last season but remains one of the best backcourt defenders in the NBA. He’s one of the best players to draft in Rotisserie Fantasy Basketball.
- Michael Porter, Nuggets: Porter’s back is still a concern when drafting him, but he could be entrusted more on offense with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope moving to Orlando.
- Terry Rozier, Heat: Rozier previously put up some nice offensive numbers for Charlotte, but he’ll probably be asked to focus more on defense with Miami.
- Bradley Beal, Suns: We know Beal can produce at a higher level than this, but he’s one of the biggest injury risks in the league.
- Draymond Green, Warriors: Always a triple-double threat, could Green take on slightly more usage with Klay Thompson gone? Or will age and temper get the best of him?
- RJ Barrett, Raptors: Barrett played some of the best basketball of his career after being traded to his home country of Canada. Could that continue for a full season?
- Jalen Suggs, Magic: Suggs broke out last season, becoming a nice source of steals while hitting his threes. If he can tack on more playmaking responsibilities, that would be a significant boost to his upside.
- Collin Sexton, Jazz: Utah has a busy backcourt, and Sexton’s play can be up and down.
- Jusuf Nurkic, Suns: Assuming he can avoid injuries, Nurkic is a good source of late-round rebounds and assists.
- Isaiah Hartenstein, Thunder: Coming over from New York in free agency, Hartenstein fills a glaring need at center for the Thunder. In his 49 starts last season, he provided 8.7 points, 9.4 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.2 blocks per game.
- Trey Murphy, Pelicans: Murphy has shown us plenty of potential, but it seems like he’ll be stuck coming off the bench again with high-usage players in front of him. He’s also dealing with a hamstring injury to begin the year.
- Devin Vassell, Spurs: Vassell projects as San Antonio’s No. 2 option again behind Victor Wembanyama, but he underwent offseason foot surgery and won’t be re-evaluated until Nov. 1. It sounds like he and the Spurs will be more cautious this time around, making Vassell a bit of a risk.
- OG Anunoby, Knicks: Anunoby will mostly be regulated to a three-and-D role in New York. He’s also having trouble staying healthy.
- Kristaps Porzingis, Celtics: Porzingis is recovering from foot surgery and may not play until December.
- Walker Kessler, Jazz: Kessler took a step back as a sophomore and played in this year’s Summer League. That’s not a good sign, but his potential as a shot-blocker is hard to ignore.
- Jaime Jaquez, Heat: Jaquez should be in the mix for the starting power forward job after a solid rookie season.
- Cameron Johnson, Nets: Johnson was a bit of a disappointment last season but has the opportunity to be Brooklyn’s second-leading scorer this year.
- Jakob Poeltl, Raptors: Before tearing a ligament in his finger, Poeltl looked like his usual self, providing fantasy managers with efficient scoring (65.6% FG), rebounding (8.6 RPG) and blocks (1.5 BPG)
- Jabari Smith, Rockets: The No. 3 overall pick in 2022 made some progress last season, most notably improving both his three-point (36.3%) and overall field goal (45.4%) percentages.
- John Collins, Jazz: In his first season with the Jazz, Collins returned to top-100 value for the first time since 2020-21.
- Marcus Smart, Grizzlies: Injuries limited Smart to only 20 games a year ago, but he managed 14.5 points, 4.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds, 2.1 threes and 2.1 steals in that limited sample.
- Khris Middleton, Bucks: Injuries have derailed Middleton’s past few seasons. He underwent surgery on both his ankles this offseason and isn’t a full go for training camp. But when healthy, he’s one of the league’s better third options. He qualifies as one of this season’s Fantasy Basketball Sleepers.
- Naz Reid, Timberwolves: The reigning Sixth Man of the Year posted career-highs across the board while knocking down 2.1 threes per game at a 41.4% clip — also a career-best.
- Daniel Gafford, Mavericks: Gafford will split time with Dereck Lively at center, but he won’t need big minutes to be a borderline-top-100 fantasy option.
- Dereck Lively, Mavericks: After a breakout rookie season, expectations are high for Lively, who shot 74.7% from the field and blocked 1.4 shots in 23.5 minutes per game.
- Jaden Ivey, Pistons: Coming off of an up-and-down sophomore campaign, Ivey should find more stability this season under a new coaching staff.
- Alex Caruso, Thunder: In addition to shooting north of 40% from three, Caruso ranked third in the league in total steals (120) while blocking more shots (70) than Nikola Jokic, Bam Adebayo and Herb Jones.
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