When looking to add players from your fantasy basketball waiver wire, even if you’re struggling to find production in just one category, look for multi-category producers even if it’s a little in each category. For years, players like Will Barton were very valuable (back when he was on the Nuggets) because he played multiple positions, logged a lot of minutes, and even brought up the ball giving him some control of the offense. If you need scoring, don’t just take a flier on a streaky shooter unless he can make it up to you in other areas on the stat-sheet. Here are a few options that could be on your waiver wire from around the NBA that could boost your fantasy basketball production in multiple areas.

 

 

Bruce Brown F Denver Nuggets-34% Rostered:

Brown is essentially the new Will Barton in Denver. He can fill in at multiple spots on the court and the Nuggets have been playing him over 28 minutes per contest. Brown’s scoring 11 points per game and he’s shooting over 50 percent from the field. He’ll attack the lane on offense and hit shots from deep. Brown has sunk 2.7 three-pointers per battle shooting over 46 percent from the outside. He’s also pulled down five boards in four of his last five and dished at least four assists in four games during that stretch. He ranks second on the Nuggets in assists behind Nikola Jokic and should continue seeing time with the ball especially if he’s on the floor with Jamal Murray so he can set Murray up on offense. He’s a key reserve for the Nuggets and the team hasn’t been very healthy in their mid-court in recent years. 
 

Grant Williams F Boston Celtics-33% Rostered: 

With the Celtics ongoing frontcourt issues, Williams will be needed to provide a scoring spark from off the bench. He hasn’t taken too many shots, but he’s shooting over 63 percent from the floor. Why aren’t the Celtics feeding him more? Both Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have had plenty of success, but those two and Malcolm Brogdon have been the main reliable scorers for Boston meaning Williams should start picking up more shots. He scores just under 10 points per game, but he’s hit double figures in scoring in both of his last 2 contests. He’s hit two three-pointers per outing. Williams ranks second on the Celtics in shot-blocking averaging one swat per game. He’s an energy guy that plays good defense at the elbow and arc and should continue to play 25-30 minutes per game. He’ll provide minor rebounding help as well as he’s pulled down four-to-five boards per battle. He’s solidly in the Celtics rotation and his strong defense will keep him in the mix. 
 

Larry Nance Jr PF/C New Orleans Pelicans-18% rostered: 

Even with Brandon Ingram getting set to return to action, Nance could still find himself getting a 20–23-minute rotation commitment for the Pelicans. He’s hit double figures in scoring four of his last five games and he’s posted swipes in three straight battles. In fact, Nance has swiped 1.2 balls per game throughout his career.  He leads the Pelicans in blocks per game and has even pulled down eight-plus boards in both of his last two battles. He can hit mid-range jumpers and should be the prioritized scorer among reserve big men for the Pelicans. The Pelicans have a few matchups coming up against weaker frontcourts and Nance should be able to produce with the Pelicans second unit. He’s good at getting to the basket and doesn’t fear drawing contact. He should continue seeing work behind both Zion Williamson and Jonas Valanciunas
 

Eric Gordon SG/SF Houston Rockets-14% Rostered: 

Gordon is known for his scoring, but he’s doing just enough in other areas that makes him an appealing player to add. He’s been starting as the Rockets continue to roll with a three-guard offense and he’s playing almost 32 minutes per game. Gordon takes about 10 shots per game and he’s shooting 45 percent from the field and 35 percent from beyond the arc. He’s one of the best shooters on the team and he doesn’t need a lot of time or space to drain long-range jumpers. Gordon has also dropped three dimes per game and has posted steals in five of his last six contests. He’s even blocked shots in three of his last four which is also impressive considering Gordon is 6’3. The Rockets are in rebuild mode, but every rebuilding team can use a veteran to provide guidance both on and off the court and the 15-year veteran Gordon continues to see plenty of action in Houston.
 

Tyus Jones PG Memphis Grizzlies-34% Rostered: 

Even though Jones doesn’t start, he takes the fourth most shots per game for the Grizzlies. He’s shooting 11 field goals per outing and is scoring about 12 points per game (a career-best). He shoots nearly 37 percent from beyond the arc and like Ja Morant, who starts in front of him, Jones is a quick guard who will intensify the pace of play on the floor, and he should continue to play 25-28 minutes per game. Jones hits about two three-pointers per game. He’s also dopped five or more dimes in three of his last four outings and has stolen the ball in three straight games.  Memphis has been dealing with health issues in their back and mid-court and we’ll have to see whether the Grizzlies at full strength will ultimately limit Jones production, but for now, we’re getting scoring, assists and steals production and we should continue to keep him on our fantasy basketball benches.
 

Rui Hachimura F Washington Wizards-17% Rostered: 

Hachimura, who is coming off the Wizards bench this season, has scored 11 points per game ranking him 4th on the team in scoring. He’s had his own lower-body health issues since entering the league a few years ago, but there’s no reason he shouldn’t play at least 23-25 minutes per game as the season continues. He’s scored in double figures in all but one game he’s played in. He doesn’t force three’s unless he’s wide open and his patience in the post has benefitted him because a lot of opposing players get fooled by his slow and methodical post-play. He looks for the good shot or clear path to the basket rather than just bulldozing down the lane. He shoots over 45 percent from the field. Hachimura will also provide help with boards as he’s pulled down six or more in three straight games. He’s even swatted away shots in four straight battles.
 

Zach Collins PF/C San Antonio Spurs-12% Rostered: 

Collins is a short-term solution for a fantasy basketball team at this point and the Spurs next couple of games will be very telling where Collins stands when it comes to the Spurs rotation. He’s exceeded 20 minutes of playing time in both of his last 2 games, but Devin Vassell and Keldon Johnson are healthy and because they are back on the court, Collins is likely looking at fewer than 20 minutes per game moving forward, but let’s give Collins a game or 2 to prove himself because the Spurs aren’t littered with frontcourt depth. Collins has logged at least six boards and a blocked shot in each of his last three battles. He’s stolen the ball in three of his last four games as well and if he shows that he can poke balls away and cause turnovers, his minutes will be lengthened. Collins leads the Spurs in blocked shots swatting away. His career has been hampered by injuries, but when he does get 20-plus minutes per game, he’s proven to be a consistent rebounder and minor scoring threat. Let’s see if he sticks in the rotation even with the Spurs frontcourt healthier. He’s scoring 8.3 points per game.  

 

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