As the fantasy basketball season progresses, savvy managers are leveraging the waiver wire to enhance their rosters amidst a flurry of injuries. With 12 games concluding Monday, several players have emerged as promising pickups. A.J. Lawson of the Toronto Raptors, rostered in under 1%, made headlines by scoring 32 points, signaling his potential for a larger role as the team shifts towards a rebuilding phase. Orlando Robinson, also on the Raptors, stepped up with a double-double, showcasing his growth in the absence of Jakob Poeltl.

Quentin Grimes of the Philadelphia 76ers is another standout, having scored 35 points recently, making him an essential addition for teams in need of scoring. Gabe Vincent and Dalton Knecht of the Los Angeles Lakers capitalized on reduced lineups due to injuries, each delivering significant performances. With multiple games on the horizon, these players—and others like Keon Johnson from Brooklyn and Kyshawn George from Washington—are positioned to be valuable assets for the remainder of the season.