The Philadelphia 76ers faced the Washington Wizards without stars Joel Embiid and Paul George, yet managed to secure a win. Kelly Oubre Jr. and Guerschon Yabusele were key players, with Oubre contributing 15 points, four rebounds, and four assists, showcasing his fantasy value. Meanwhile, Yabusele scored 21 points and excelled in shooting, marking a strong return to the NBA after five seasons in Europe.

Additionally, several other players emerged as notable pickups. Malik Beasley led the Pistons with a solid performance, while Toumani Camara of the Trail Blazers continued his strong play. Oklahoma City's Cason Wallace and Brooklyn's Noah Clowney also stepped up amidst injuries on their teams. Max Strus of the Cavaliers and Washington's Corey Kispert and Jared Butler provided valuable contributions in competitive games.