Recap of Fantasy Basketball Week 8: Here’s What You Missed

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With schedule adaptations around NBA Cup play, Week 8 featured a reduced workload as all teams played either once or twice, apart from the Knicks, who had three commitments. As a result of the lighter schedule, it is not a surprise that there was a reduced impact regarding injury trouble, but there was also no shortage of impressive play to highlight. In this article, we will focus on some less-anticipated stand-out displays. Additionally, we will look at the first significant trade of the season, which already opened up an array of new considerations for fantasy managers.

Trades

Dennis Schroder was traded from Nets to the Warriors late last week. The move amounts to notable implications on both sides. Schroder will likely see a dip in his overall production. The guard will go from a top offensive option on the Nets to a sixth-man role — possibly a third, fourth or fifth option on the floor with the Warriors’ starting unit. On the other hand, Ben Simmons may take on more responsibility as the lead ball handler for the Nets. Shake Milton and Keon Johnson will also be up for expanded roles, especially over this upcoming week, as Cam Thomas and Ziaire Williams are expected to remain sidelined at least until Thursday.

Injuries

Scottie Barnes was hit with another stroke of bad luck, as he went down with an ankle injury that is expected to keep him out until no sooner than January 3rd. The budding star was just getting into a groove when he suffered the injury in what marked his 10th game back from a three-week absence. Barnes’ absence once again opens the way for RJ Barrett to handle major responsibility on the offensive end, while Gradey Dick, Ochai Agbaji, and Jonathan Mogbo are each likely to pick up a boost.

Joel Embiid cannot catch a break, as he is now out with a sinus fracture after being hit in the face in what marked just his second game back from his second extended absence of the season. Embiid was coming off a 31-point, 12-rebound performance in his return to action and was on pace for another big game on Friday until he was injured after just 17 minutes of action. He is considered day-to-day but will be…

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Publish date : 2024-12-16 07:42:00

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