Friday brings a tricky six-game slate. Some players who were recently traded may not yet be available for their new teams, so be sure to keep an eye out for updates throughout the day. As we take that into consideration, here are some players to target on Yahoo, as well as a few to possibly avoid.
GUARDS
Jamal Murray, DEN at SAC ($36): Murray has been on a hot streak with at least 41.41 Yahoo points in five of his last six games. The Kings represent a great matchup as they play at the 11th-fastest pace and rank inside the bottom-half in defensive rating. Expect Murray to continue providing a high floor.
Amen Thompson, HOU at TOR ($13): The Rockets are set to once again be without Fred VanVleet (thigh), who also sat out Tuesday’s loss to the Pacers. Thompson started that game in his place and posted 43.6 Yahoo points across 34 minutes. With plenty of playing time and a versatile skillset, he once again offers the potential to be a great value.
Guard to Avoid
Jordan Poole, WAS at BOS ($19): Poole laid an egg against the Cavaliers on Wednesday as he failed to score a point across 25 minutes. That came on the heels of him only dropping four over 20. With Poole shooting just 40.4 percent from the field this season and the Celtics boasting the third-best defensive rating, it’s difficult to envision him getting back on track Friday.
FORWARDS
Brandon Miller, CHA at MIL ($28): The Hornets stripped down their roster even further at the trade deadline by dealing away Gordon Hayward and P.J. Washington. Miller has notched at least 31.3 Yahoo points in five of his last six outings and should remain in a prominent role versus a Bucks team that ranks fourth in pace.
Dillon Brooks, HOU at TOR ($13): Brooks also benefited from the absence of Fred VanVleet on Tuesday as he produced 23 points from 31 minutes. He also attempted 15 shots from the field, six of those from behind the arc. Brooks has been much more efficient this season as he’s 45.8 percent from the field and 39.3 from deep. With the potential for more shot attempts again, he’s another member of the Rockets who can provide value.
Forward to Avoid
Herbert Jones, NO at LAL…
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