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Stephon Castle and the challenge of playing next to a star
Growing up beside a generational talent can both help and limit a young guard's fantasy value.
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Dana Whitfield
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Covers basketball for Game Face. A category-league specialist who has never met a punt build he wouldn't try.
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Why the Thunder make fantasy depth so hard to value
Oklahoma City's rotation is a great asset in real life and a puzzle in fantasy. How to think about it.
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Anthony Edwards is out. Here is how to patch the hole.
Losing a top scorer hurts, but it also shows you what your roster is really made of. Our advice for managers.
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Five trade rules for the early part of the season
A few weeks of data can fool you. These rules help you tell a real change from a small sample.
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Three young players who could cost a lot more next year
Dynasty value tends to move before the wider league notices. Here are the names we would look at first.
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Nikola Jokic and the art of the triple threat
Few players help a fantasy team in as many categories. Here is what makes the Nuggets' centre so hard to replace.
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Load management is real, so plan your roster around it
Stars miss games in today's game, even when they are healthy enough to play. Here is how to adapt.
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Cooper Flagg is the dynasty asset everyone wants
Few young forwards come with this kind of all-around game. What is a fair price for him today?
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Day-to-day tags: when to wait and when to move on
A day-to-day label can mean almost anything. A practical way to decide what to do with your lineup.
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Stream smarter: how to use the schedule in weekly leagues
Some weeks offer far more games than others. Here is how to turn that into extra stats without hurting your team.
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Punting categories: a simple guide to winning with a plan
You do not need to compete in every category. How to choose what to give up, and how to build around it.
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What the Knicks' star pairing means for fantasy managers
Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns give New York a strong one-two punch, and their stats work well together.