Robin

Lopez

After beginning last season as one of his brother Brook’s backups in Milwaukee, Robin was traded to the Kings in February and subsequently waived. He’s been a free agent since, and while in Slovenia for Goran Dragic’s testimonial game, Lopez said he would consider playing in Europe next season. “I’d absolutely consider it; I know how passionate the fans are and how high the level of basketball is,” Lopez told EuroHoops’ Cesare Milanti. Regardless of what RoLo decides, his status will not impact fantasy basketball in 2024-25.

This move isn’t significant for fantasy hoops in the short term, but Lopez may offer some deep-league value if he lands in the right situation.

The Bucks are without Damian Lillard and Brook Lopez, so Connaughton and Robin are in the starting lineup. Connaughton can offer deep-league streaming value, but managers should leave RoLo on the waiver wire. Look for Middleton and Giannis to dominate the playmaking responsibilities. Also of note are Jae Crowder and Bobby Portis returning to the bench, with the latter still due to be a solid fantasy option due to BroLo’s absence.

Twin brother Robin will fill the void in the starting lineup with Brook Lopez sidelined. He may be able to provide rebounds, but there isn’t much upside to be found here. Look for Bobby Portis to play plenty despite coming off the bench.

With Khris Middleton, Brook Lopez, Bobby Portis, and Jae Crowder ruled out, the Bucks will be shorthanded for Tuesday’s exhibition. The absences of the first three players mean that Beasley, Connaughton, and RoLo are in the starting lineup alongside the Bucks’ two cornerstones. While Beasley and Connaughton have the potential to provide fantasy value once the regular season begins, Lopez’s place within the rotation will keep him off of draft boards, regardless of league size/type.

Mascots beware! Lopez was a depth piece for Cleveland last season, and he’ll likely play a similar role for the Bucks. He won’t be providing much in fantasy basketball aside from providing Bucks fans with a new team name now that they have both of the Lopez bros on their roster.

Both Cleveland and Orlando will be without their usual starters in this game, which leaves plenty of room for fantasy value. Rubio should be set up for plenty of assists and steals, while Osman should take on a large portion of the scoring load.

Lopez will pick up a few more rotation minutes Saturday night, as Evan Mobley (ankle) has been ruled out. However, it will not be enough to make him a player worth streaming, as Kevin Love has been moved into the starting lineup.

Lopez’s fantasy potential will hinge upon the availability of starter Evan Mobley (ankle; questionable). If Mobley plays, Lopez won’t have any value if cleared. But if he doesn’t, Lopez would be in line for an increase in playing time. It won’t be enough to make him a fantasy lock, but he’d at least be worth a discussion.