The NBA trade deadline is looming, creating an opportunity for fantasy managers to make strategic moves. Players to target include P.J. Washington Jr. of the Dallas Mavericks, whose recent production rise coincides with injuries to stars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Despite an unspectacular points average, his rebounding stats have been solid and increased minutes could lead to more scoring.
Rudy Gobert of the Minnesota Timberwolves is another player to consider, boasting a double-double average despite recent underwhelming performances. His high field goal percentage and block contributions still make him a viable center option.
On the sell-high side, Kawhi Leonard from the Los Angeles Clippers has returned from injury but is expected to have limited minutes. Given his injury history, he may be a risk for fantasy teams. Similarly, Nic Claxton of the Brooklyn Nets is in a precarious position as the team undergoes structural changes, making him a candidate to trade while his value is still noticeable.
As for holds, Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers is positioned to thrive with increased ball-handling duties post-D’Angelo Russell's trade. His recent performance suggests he can maintain or improve his numbers going forward. Lastly, Josh Hart of the New York Knicks, despite appearing to be a sell-high candidate, has shown consistent productivity and is unlikely to see a dip in playing time. His versatility and solid contribution across multiple stats make him a keeper for the remainder of the season.
