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Cameron Payne (5%): Chris Paul left Monday’s matchup with Philly early due to right heel soreness, and Payne started the second half in his place, finishing the game with 14 points, five assists, two rebounds and a triple. If Paul is forced to miss time moving forward, Payne would presumably slide into the starting lineup, a spot in which he’s excelled. Payne averaged 14.0 points, 9.0 assists, 4.0 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 1.8 triples across 12 starts last season. He’s a priority add.
Bones Hyland (54%): He averaged an absurd 25.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.5 steals and 6.5 triples across his last two contests. He started the season slow as molasses, but if he can consistently get minutes in the mid-20’s, he’ll be worth the pickup.
Cam Thomas (38%): Kyrie Irving has at least two more games of his suspension to serve with the potential for more if he doesn’t comply with the Nets’ requirements. Thomas has averaged 19.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.7 triples in his last three contests.
Obi Toppin (12%): Toppin had one of his best games of the season Monday, posting 15 points (4-of-10 FG, 3-of-8 3-Pointers), seven rebounds, four steals and three assists across 26 minutes. He’s been mostly relegated to the bench with minutes in the teens, but if he can start to see more ample playing time, he could turn into a great option.
Georges Niang (2%): Niang was lights out Monday, hitting 7-of-11 triples for 21 points to go with four rebounds, two steals and an assist across 27 minutes. He’s now averaged 24.3 minutes across his last three contests, and with James Harden out indefinitely, Philly needs all the help it can get on offense. Niang is worth a look in case his role remains stable in the Sixers’ rotation.
Malik Monk (18%): After scoring 19 with seven dimes Wednesday, Monk went for 15 points and five dimes Saturday and popped off for 24 points, six rebounds, four assists and a steal Monday. He hit 20-of-39 shots in that span and nailed eight triples. We’re starting to see some of the Monk we got in Los Angeles last season, and if that guy is back, fantasy managers should add him quickly.
Christian Koloko (21%): Koloko followed up Sunday’s scintillating six-block performance with a Monday dud highlighted by early foul trouble. Better days are likely ahead, which keeps the window to add him wide open. Ditto Chris Boucher (64%) and Precious Achiuwa (40%) who remain solid adds in their own right thanks to Pascal Siakam‘s groin injury. All three Raptors had clunkers, but their minutes and production won’t just vanish after one bad performance.
Marcus Morris (58%): The Clippers sport the worst offense in the NBA, and Morris is the only reliable scorer outside of Paul George. He’s also good for boards, triples and steals and has played his way into the 12-team league conversation. If he’s still on your waiver wire, make sure to add him.
Mason Plumlee (29%): He’s not exciting and the upside isn’t high, but Plumlee was a top-125 player over the last week thanks to 10.3 boards, 3.5 assists and 1.0 steals per contest. He’s worth adding if you’re in need of rebounds, and he grabbed 10 more on Monday.
Max Strus (48%): It’s still not too late to add him. Strus is averaging 14.2 points, 4.6 boards, 2.0 assists and 2.7 triples this season and ranks inside the top-70 fantasy players in per-game value.
Tari Eason (23%): He’s got the talent to be a dynamic fantasy option, but the minutes haven’t been there. His role appears to be growing, as he’s played at least 20 minutes in each of his last two appearances.
Kyle Anderson (11%): He averaged 12.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.5 dimes, 2.5 swipes and 1.5 triples over his last two games, and he should continue to start for as long as Rudy Gobert is out.
Josh Green (1%): Green played a season-high 27 minutes Monday and delivered 16 points, five rebounds and two assists. He’s averaged better than 20 minutes across his last three games, and there’s sneaky upside for this potential sleeper who’s carved out a meaningful role in Dallas’ rotation.
Royce O’Neale (57%): O’Neale is quietly posting top-75 value, and he’s still available in more than 40% of Yahoo leagues. His defense and playmaking should keep him with the starting five all season in Brooklyn, making him a terrific find.