NBA Fantasy Basketball Week 7 Top Waiver Wire Pickups: Meyers Leonard, Rodney Stuckey, Wesley Matthews on the List
Week 7 of the 2015-16 NBA Fantasy Basketball season will kick off on Monday. And if you are still undecided on who to pick up for the upcoming week of competition, here are some of the players who are making noise as of late.
Meyers Leonard - Portland Trail Blazers
Meyers Leonard was slowed down by a shoulder injury but the 23-year-old is gaining momentum. He averaged 16.3 points and three rebounds in their last three games and shot 51.4 percent from the field with eight three-pointers.
It should also be noted that the Trail Blazers have four games this week, which is why Leonard is definitely worth a look. Trail Blazers forward Ed Davis is also a good pickup for owners who need rebounds and blocks but he could become a liability with his poor free-throw shooting.
Rodney Stuckey - Indiana Pacers
Rodney Stuckey is also getting more valuable this season after a string of impressive performances for the Indiana Pacers. The veteran guard averaged 19.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists in their last three games, where he logged in 31.7 minutes per game.
Stuckey, who is averaging 11.4 points 3.5 rebounds this season, could get more opportunity in their three games this week, especially if high-scoring guard Monta Ellis continues to struggle.
Wesley Matthews - Dallas Mavericks
Wesley Matthews has been a picture of inconsistency this season, but his owners should be thrilled after he had his best game of the season on Sunday night. Fantasy owners who have room for experiment should take a serious look at the 29-year-old, who is owned in 76 percent of all leagues.
Matthews erupted for 36 points to go along with six rebounds, five assists, one steal and one block with just one turnover in 41 minutes during their 116-104 win against the Washington Wizards. He also knocked down a career-high 10 three-pointers and shot 52.2 percent from the field.
Jae Crowder - Boston Celtics
Jae Crowder is also getting a lot of attention as of late with his efficient performances. The 25-year-old forward racked up 15.4 points to go along with 3.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.6 steals in their last five games, where he also knocked down 11 three-pointers.
Crowder also averaged 32.2 minutes in that span and is expected to maintain the amount of playing time. He is owned in 73 percent of all leagues and fantasy owners should definitely pick him up if he is still available.
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