As the NBA regular season nears its conclusion, fantasy leagues are ramping up their playoff intensity. With injuries and team dynamics shifting, fantasy managers must strategically evaluate player value. Tyrese Maxey of the Philadelphia 76ers faces an uncertain future with a severe back injury, making him a candidate to drop. Conversely, Josh Giddey of the Chicago Bulls is on the verge of a return and has been a key contributor, averaging 23 points per game before his injury, making him worth holding. Amen Thompson has also shown promise as a starter for the Houston Rockets, despite recent ankle issues.

CJ McCollum and Cameron Johnson have demonstrated solid outputs for their respective teams but face challenges due to team performance and injuries to teammates. The Toronto Raptors' Jakob Poeltl has seen diminished playing time, suggesting it's time to let him go. Chris Paul’s role is decreasing with the San Antonio Spurs, and Jerami Grant may not finish the season due to ongoing injury woes.