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Making his second start of the Western Conference Finals, Wallace stepped up with his best performance of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. The Thunder guard shot 5-of-9 from beyond the arc and recorded a complete stat line. On a night when three other starters failed to score in double figures, Wallace was one of Oklahoma City’s most capable options in Game 7. Due to the team’s depth, his fantasy ceiling has been somewhat limited, but Wallace has been a solid option in category leagues. He’ll be extension eligible this summer, and a larger role could be in the cards for 2026-27, especially considering Luguentz Dort’s struggles.

A double-digit scorer in each of his first three regular-season games, Wagler finished Wednesday’s defeat with his first 20-point game. The rookie took advantage of the foul line against the Lakers, scoring 10 of his 21 points at the charity stripe. However, Wagler continues to struggle from the field, shooting 31.6 percent. The good news for fantasy managers is that he’s found other ways to provide value, making him a player worth rostering for those willing to take the field-goal percentage hit.

After totaling 21 points in the Lakers’ first three games, Mamukelashvili has hit double figures in each of his last two. Against the Clippers, his perimeter shot wasn’t falling, as he missed all five three-point attempts. But Mamu was 6-of-10 from two, and he did a little of everything else. Despite the bench role, Mamukelasvhili is worth rostering in deep leagues.

Grimes replaced the injured Luka Dončić (back) in the starting lineup on Wednesday, and he was excellent. He led all scorers with 23 points and added some assists and steals. Grimes shot 0-of-3 from beyond the arc, but he was over 50 percent from two. Even in his usual reserve role, Grimes is worth rostering in deeper leagues because the Lakers need scorers beyond Dončić and Austin Reaves, and he can fill that role.

Flemings came off the bench, played 28 minutes and had the best game of his young career so far. The 19-year-old rookie was impressive with 23 points on 12 attempts from the field and a full stat line. Flemings ended up playing more minutes than starter CJ McCollum, but don’t expect that to continue. Timing Flemings’ next outstanding performance will be difficult given his inconsistent playing time, making him more of a priority in dynasty formats.

Entering Wednesday, Thybulle was shooting 42.1 percent from three. His 4-of-5 night against the Clippers will increase that percentage, and fantasy managers can also benefit from the defensive stats. Given his play so far and the starting role, Thybulle should be rostered in deeper fantasy leagues.

The Lakers didn’t have Luka Dončić (back) on Wednesday, with his absence shifting Reaves into the starting point guard role. Unfortunately for fantasy managers hoping for more production from Reaves, it didn’t happen. More damaging than the field-goal percentage was the turnover count, as he racked up eight. The good news is that the Lakers play two more games in Week 2, starting with the Warriors on Friday.

In his first three games this season, Sexton totaled 27 points on 11-of-28 shooting from the field. With Luka Dončić (back) out, Sexton didn’t move into the starting lineup, but his playmaking role off the bench became even more important on Wednesday. The veteran guard shot over 50 percent from the field overall and 4-of-7 from three in his best performance of the season to date. While he hasn’t been consistent enough to merit a roster spot in 12-team leagues, Sexton is worth considering in deeper leagues.

After performing well coming off the bench in Denver’s first three games, Brazile made his first NBA start on Wednesday. The rookie forward played 32 minutes against the Pelicans and had another productive outing. The Nuggets needed more athleticism in their rotation, especially after losing Peyton Watson, and Brazile fits the bill. He isn’t a must-roster player in 12-team leagues, but the rookie should be rostered in deeper redraft leagues, even if he doesn’t stick in the starting lineup.

Mitchell moved into the starting lineup Monday with the Thunder dealing with a number of injuries and dropped a career-high 30 points in the win over the Suns. He scored 29 points Wednesday against the Mavericks, though it still wasn’t enough to prevent a blowout loss. Nevertheless, Mitchell has become a must-roster player and potentially a league-winner as he continues to produce at a high level when given increased opportunities.

Washington has now had at least 18 points, at least nine rebounds, at least two three-pointers and at least one block in three of his last four games. He’ll easily pay off his draft cost if he keeps up this level of production.