Dyson Daniels played 22 minutes in Tuesday’s exhibition against the Pacers, accumulating 14 points (5-of-8 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), one rebound, three assists, two steals, and one 3-pointer.
Daniels starting Atlanta’s preseason opener certainly grabbed the attention of fantasy managers. However, with Bogdan Bogdanovic not playing, one must not assume this will happen on opening night. Daniels’ defensive ability should boost his chances of being a starter, and he was efficient offensively against the Pacers. Playing alongside Trae Young will lead to more opportunities to shine as a scorer, especially if Daniels starts. At a minimum, he’s worth a late-round flier in standard league drafts, but his stock could rise before October 23.