Killian Hayes (7%): No, we’re not talking about Jimi Hendrix’s classic “Purple Haze.” We’re talking about a different Hayes here. Killian finished with 15 points, seven assists, six rebounds and three triples Saturday against Boston after going 11/6/7 with three steals Friday. Hayes played at least 30 minutes in both contests, and he figures to see plenty of work over the next week while Cade Cunningham (shin) remains sidelined. Hayes is a priority add who’s widely available. ‘Scuse me while I add this guy.
Tari Eason (35%): Eason went for 14 points, six rebounds, five assists and five dimes Wednesday and followed it up with 5/2/3/3 on Saturday in 21 minutes. He’s now logged at least 20 minutes in four straight games, racking up 11 steals and hitting five triples in that span. If you’re still unsure about adding him… why?
Chris Boucher (48%): We all know that rostering Boucher in fantasy is an activity not recommended for those who are pregnant or have heart problems. Seriously, his last two games have been huge, but it wouldn’t be surprising if he turned in a two-point, two-rebound, five-foul stinker the next time he takes the court. Still, you can’t ignore his high ceiling with Pascal Siakam and Precious Achiuwa out of action.
Seth Curry (32%): Curry has been lights out across his last two games, averaging 22.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 5.0 triples while shooting better than 50% from the floor. There’s not telling when Kyrie Irving will be back, so Curry deserves a look here.
Charles Bassey (10%): I’m all about that Bassey, no treble. He posted 14 boards, four assists and four swats in just 18 minutes on Friday, and numbers like that are always worth your time. Just don’t drop an established fantasy starter for him.
Trey Murphy (47%): How is a guy who’s posting sixth-round value end up on over 50% of waiver wires? To quote Vizzini, “Inconceivable!”
Alec Burks (7%): He scored 17 points in his season debut, and he balled for New York in spurts last season. If you need points in a deeper league, he might tickle your fancy.
Grant Williams (28%): What more does this man need to do to win your love and adoration? He’s been a standard-league option all season, so maybe his recent foray into the starting five will make him more appealing. G-Will posted his second career double-double with a strong performance on Saturday.
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Cameron Payne (35%): He’s averaged 22.5 points, 6.0 assists, 4.5 rebounds, 1.0 steal and 4.5 triples in two games without Chris Paul. Those are elite numbers, and there’s been no confirmation on when CP3 will return.
Lonnie Walker IV (45%): His roster percentage plummeted for his two-game absence, but now that he’s back, he’s certainly worth an add. LeBron James and Anthony Davis will consistently be on the injury report, and Walker IV should get every opportunity to shine this season.
Bruce Brown (26%): Bones Hyland is in the health and safety protocols, which means he’ll be out for at least one more game. That game comes Sunday against Chicago, and managers looking to pad their cats at the end of the week will be pleased to see that Brown went for 16/10/6/2 across 37 minutes Friday with Bones out. Stream on!
For the love of all things holy, if someone dropped Kelly Olynyk or Jabari Smith in your league, use your waiver priority or a huge amount of FAAB to pick them up. THIS IS NOT A DRILL!
