This week's fantasy basketball column highlights key player movements and strategies as the NBA trade season heats up. Notably, Dennis Schröder has been traded to the Golden State Warriors, impacting the backcourt dynamics.

Top performers from Week 7 include Nikola Jokic and Luka Dončić, while several players are recommended for waiver pickups, including Tari Eason and Kelly Oubre Jr. Injury updates are crucial, especially for the Philadelphia 76ers, as Joel Embiid faces an indefinite absence.