Sorry, I've been really busy as of late so I haven't been able to write many articles. I'm going to try to do at least once a week, if not, more. This will be the first series of the "Weekend Waiver Watch" where I'll be giving some suggestions on some lesser known players that may be available in your leagues based on recent performances and potential gains for this week (via previous performances, injuries, schedules, etc).
Guards-
Darren Collison (NOR)-
With CP3 out the next couple of weeks, the rookie from UCLA will take the reigns in New Orleans. The Hornets are a mess right now with the recent firing of Byron Scott, so this could be a little preview of what the 'future' looks like. Collison is still a rookie, and doesn't have the best shot around, but does have the quickness to create plays for his teammates. Look for Collison if you're struggling at PG.
Rudy Fernandez (POR)-
Travis Outlaw is gone 6-8 weeks, so there are more minutes to go around to a fairly deep Portland bench. I think it'll be Fernandez to pick up Outlaw's time as he's able to spread the floor with his 3pt shooting. If your team lacks 3s, this could be a good week to add Fernandez to your rosters with Portland having a favorable schedule week. Their opponents are Atlanta, Detroit, Golden State, Minnesota.
Jamal Crawford (ATL)-
Crawford's been sizzling the first 3 weeks of the season. Coach Woodson definitely notices it playing Crawford about 30 minutes a game. The Hawks love to run, and with Bibby getting up there in age, Crawford could slowly creep into Bibby's minutes.
Forwards-
Terrance Williams (NJN)-
The only winless team in the NBA should already start the future NOW. With Devin Harris already out, Yi Jianlian banged up and Courtney Lee lingering with injuries, Terrence Williams will have plenty of time to put up numbers. I really love the opponents the Nets are facing this week (Indian, Milwaukee, New York). All three opponents love to run and play very little defense, so Williams has a chance to have a big week.
Carl Landry (HOU)-
The Rockets certainly lack size in the front court, but definitely have players that go hard every minute of the game. Chuck Hayes starts, but Landry puts up the better overall numbers. He can put the ball in the basket on the offensive end as well as rack up the rebounds just based purely on hustle. Landry is a nice player to have on your roster.
Chase Budinger (HOU)-
Staying in Houston, another rookie has been a pleasant surprise. Chase Budinger is gaining the trust of the coaching staff and proving he can shoot the long ball. He also has the athleticism and hustle that Coach Adelman loves in his players. Budinger is worth a shot in a deep league as he had a nice line in his last game against the Lakers.
Centers-
Roy Hibbert (IND)-
This could be the week that Hibbert shows fantasy owners that he should not be available anymore. Hibbert hasn't been putting up spectacular numbers, but respectable ones as a backup center on teams. I'm expecting a huge week from Hibbert.
Andrew Bogut (MIL)-
All the talk in Milwaukee is about rookie phenom Brandon Jennings, but the big man in the middle has put up great numbers that shouldn't be overshadowed. He's quietly averaging nearly a double-double (15.9 ppg & 9.4 rpg). The Bucks only had two games last week, but they have four this week, thus, making for a big week for both Jennings and Bogut.
Guards-
Darren Collison (NOR)-
With CP3 out the next couple of weeks, the rookie from UCLA will take the reigns in New Orleans. The Hornets are a mess right now with the recent firing of Byron Scott, so this could be a little preview of what the 'future' looks like. Collison is still a rookie, and doesn't have the best shot around, but does have the quickness to create plays for his teammates. Look for Collison if you're struggling at PG.
Rudy Fernandez (POR)-
Travis Outlaw is gone 6-8 weeks, so there are more minutes to go around to a fairly deep Portland bench. I think it'll be Fernandez to pick up Outlaw's time as he's able to spread the floor with his 3pt shooting. If your team lacks 3s, this could be a good week to add Fernandez to your rosters with Portland having a favorable schedule week. Their opponents are Atlanta, Detroit, Golden State, Minnesota.
Jamal Crawford (ATL)-
Crawford's been sizzling the first 3 weeks of the season. Coach Woodson definitely notices it playing Crawford about 30 minutes a game. The Hawks love to run, and with Bibby getting up there in age, Crawford could slowly creep into Bibby's minutes.
Forwards-
Terrance Williams (NJN)-
The only winless team in the NBA should already start the future NOW. With Devin Harris already out, Yi Jianlian banged up and Courtney Lee lingering with injuries, Terrence Williams will have plenty of time to put up numbers. I really love the opponents the Nets are facing this week (Indian, Milwaukee, New York). All three opponents love to run and play very little defense, so Williams has a chance to have a big week.
Carl Landry (HOU)-
The Rockets certainly lack size in the front court, but definitely have players that go hard every minute of the game. Chuck Hayes starts, but Landry puts up the better overall numbers. He can put the ball in the basket on the offensive end as well as rack up the rebounds just based purely on hustle. Landry is a nice player to have on your roster.
Chase Budinger (HOU)-
Staying in Houston, another rookie has been a pleasant surprise. Chase Budinger is gaining the trust of the coaching staff and proving he can shoot the long ball. He also has the athleticism and hustle that Coach Adelman loves in his players. Budinger is worth a shot in a deep league as he had a nice line in his last game against the Lakers.
Centers-
Roy Hibbert (IND)-
This could be the week that Hibbert shows fantasy owners that he should not be available anymore. Hibbert hasn't been putting up spectacular numbers, but respectable ones as a backup center on teams. I'm expecting a huge week from Hibbert.
Andrew Bogut (MIL)-
All the talk in Milwaukee is about rookie phenom Brandon Jennings, but the big man in the middle has put up great numbers that shouldn't be overshadowed. He's quietly averaging nearly a double-double (15.9 ppg & 9.4 rpg). The Bucks only had two games last week, but they have four this week, thus, making for a big week for both Jennings and Bogut.
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