Fantasy Basketball: A Seven-Step Approach To Injuries

Orlando Magic small forward Tobias Harris

3. Remember: Recurring Maladies Bring Recurring Madness – On the topic of Nene, and guys who need a new lease on limbs, it’s crucial to investigate if the gent has an injury rap sheet as long as his career statline. If so, run.

It might seem like common sense but Nene starts putting up some big games, like he was, and people all of a sudden get amnesia. The more observant will even start to look out for trends that are now just developing. Derrick Rose is an obvious choice but if Tyreke Evans or Brook Lopez roll another ankle this year, it might be time to sell high. As a hot fantasy commodity, you would want to be more patient with the Nets center, but it’s important to note that he’s dealt with a wide range of lower extremity hang-ups now. At least keep it on your radar—XN Sports has it on its.

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