{"id":57602,"date":"2023-10-30T23:50:52","date_gmt":"2023-10-31T03:50:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/?p=57602"},"modified":"2023-11-27T23:46:50","modified_gmt":"2023-11-28T04:46:50","slug":"fantasy-basketball-2023-24-week-2-guide-and-analysis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2023\/10\/30\/fantasy-basketball-2023-24-week-2-guide-and-analysis\/","title":{"rendered":"Fantasy Basketball 2023-24: Week 2 Guide and Analysis"},"content":{"rendered":"

Following the opening week of the 2023-24 NBA season<\/a>, numerous fantasy basketball<\/a> takeaways can already be made. Heading into week two, here is a look-ahead guide and analysis.<\/p>\n

Fantasy Basketball 2023-24: Week 2 Guide and Analysis<\/strong><\/h2>\n

NBA Schedule<\/h3>\n

Most of the league plays four games this week, including the Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Pelicans, Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Toronto Raptors, and Utah Jazz.<\/p>\n

The Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Sacramento Kings play a low of two games.<\/p>\n

Potential Waiver Wire Adds<\/h3>\n

Jalen Johnson<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– After two excellent games with the Hawks, Johnson moved into the starting lineup. He should continue to see more minutes if he keeps up this level of play. The 21-year-old is mainly a source of points, rebounds, and steals.<\/p>\n

Cam Thomas<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>-He’s quickly disappearing off the waiver wire but is worth an add if still available. Thomas is averaging over 30 points in his first two games and adds some rebounds and threes. Those numbers aren’t sustainable, but his usage should increase this year. He’s also more valuable in points leagues as he’s primarily a scorer.<\/p>\n

Gordon Hayward<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Hayward has gotten the starting nod for the Hornets. He’s played exceptionally well and has been close to posting a double-double of points and assists in two games while also contributing steals. He is injury-prone but is currently a great streamer.<\/p>\n

Max Strus<\/a> <\/strong>– We only have a relatively small sample size, but Strus has already impressed with his new team. He had two standout games, and he’s playing 10 more minutes per game than last season. Strus has had shooting woes but will continue to see increased usage, especially when the Cavaliers’ key players are sidelined.<\/p>\n

Dereck Lively II<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– The 10th overall pick had a great first game but took a step back in the second. Nevertheless, Lively should get plenty of starting opportunities and has displayed great potential.<\/p>\n

Ausar Thompson<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– The rookie hasn’t disappointed yet with the Pistons. He’s a solid all-around player and an excellent shot-blocker who can do it all on the offensive end (just not on efficient shooting).<\/p>\n

Xavier Tillman<\/a> <\/strong>– He is an excellent add now that he’s earned the Grizzlies’ starting center role. Tillman thrives on the defensive end and can provide rebounds, steals, and blocks. He’s also solid offensively and can provide some points, hit some threes, and dish out assists.<\/p>\n

Shaedon Sharpe<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Sharpe has already taken a huge leap in his game, thanks to more minutes and a bigger role. He’s starting to get rostered in leagues, but he’s still more available than he should be. Expect him to be a top scorer and three-point shooter for the Blazers.<\/p>\n

Jeremy Sochan<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– Since being named as the starting point guard for the Spurs, Sochan has mostly excelled. He’s coming off a rough game but contributes to several categories and should gain some consistency as the season progresses.<\/p>\n

Dennis Schroder<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>– With the absence of Fred VanVleet<\/a><\/strong>, Schroder is a consistent double-double threat of points and assists. He commits minimal turnovers, but his shooting splits aren’t very efficient.<\/p>\n

Other potential adds:<\/p>\n