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Jeter is currently finishing up his season with Limoges in France, but it sounds like he isn’t planning on a return to the NBA. “I will sit and look at my options with my agent B.J. Armstrong when the season is over. It’s a very possible scenario that I sign with Shandong and return to China. It will be my 4th season there. I started my professional career in Europe, the last few summers I played against the best point guards in the world and I showed what I’m capable of.” We’ll keep an eye on Jeter’s decision, but it doesn’t sound like he’ll be headed to the NBA any time soon.

Brooks is averaging a career-high 21.1 points per game at age-30 this season. This was his fifth consecutive game with at least 20 points. Though he wasn’t efficient with 22 points on 20 field goal attempts and the Suns lost 117-93, Brooks continues to carry the offense and that’s been great for his fantasy value. He’s provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Suns have three game sin Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

This was just Miller’s third game all season with 20 points, but there should be more to come for the 26-year-old shooting guard. His complete skillset was on display as Miller scored in a variety of ways, making three three-points as well as scoring from inside the paint. Ideally, he could be in line for more playing time over the rest of the season. The Clippers have four games coming up in Week 16, so Miller may be worth a look in deeper formats.

Zubac became the only player in the NBA to have 20 rebounds in a game and not miss from the field since 2020. The 28-year-old center completely dominated the boards as the Clippers out-rebounded the Suns 63-35. While he didn’t miss a shot from the field, Zubac only had 14 points. His scoring hasn’t lived up to his preseason ADP, though his rebounding has been tremendous. Zubac has provided 14th-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Clippers have four games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the 76ers on Monday.

Leonard, who was snubbed for the All-Star team despite the game taking place in home arena, put on a show for the fans in Phoenix on Sunday. The 34-year-old small forward led the Clippers, who were down James Harden (personal), with 25 points in 30 minutes as Los Angeles won 117-93. He’s provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. Leonard and the Clippers have four games in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the 76ers on Monday.

Ayton only attempted six shots on Sunday, but he made the most of his opportunities, knocking down all six of them. The production wasn’t on par with what he did in Friday’s win over the Wizards, but the Knicks are a far better team than Washington, so greater resistance was expected. Over the past two weeks, Ayton’s limited production outside of points and rebounds has weighed down his fantasy value. Even if he doesn’t score 28 points as he did on Saturday, doing more as a defender will help preserve Ayton’s value.

If Sunday’s visit to Madison Square Garden was James’s last as an active NBA player, he had a solid night at the office. For those in leagues that include turnovers, the 41-year-old committed just one, a step in the right direction given recent performances. LeBron has averaged 3.3 turnovers per game over the past two weeks, and the limited defensive production has also lowered his fantasy value. The good news for him and the Lakers is that they play three games in Week 16 without a back-to-back.

The NBA’s leading scorer, Dončić, has scored at least 30 points in six of his last seven games, except for a 29-point effort against the Cavaliers on Wednesday. He finished Sunday’s defeat two assists shy of a triple-double and has been the top-ranked player in fantasy basketball over the past two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Lakers play three games in Week 16, starting with the final game of their road trip on Tuesday against the Nets.

With Miles McBride missing the last three games with an ankle injury, the Knicks have called Shamet’s name more often. After totaling 14 points in his prior three games, the 6-foot-4 wing answered the call in a big way on Sunday. Shamet matched his season-high with six three-pointers, and the 23 points were the most in a game for him since dropping 36 in a November 14 win over the Heat. While he isn’t in a place where he has to be rostered in deep leagues, Shamet is capable of getting hot as he did on Sunday.

Brunson didn’t shoot the ball well, but he didn’t let that stop him from stepping up in other areas. The 13 assists were a season high, and he was also effective on the glass. Over the past two weeks, Brunson has shot 41.5 percent from the field. However, his value has not taken a significant hit, with the guard still offering top-50 per-game value. Brunson will look to put up a few more points when the Knicks open a four-game Week 16 on Tuesday against the Wizards.