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Anthony Davis PF | WAS
Wizards' Anthony Davis: Puts up 18 points in loss
Davis logged 18 points (8-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 121-111 loss to the Cavaliers.
Davis contributed across the board despite an uneven shooting performance, finishing with three combined steals and blocks while committing no turnovers. The veteran big man also connected on two three-pointers, adding another dimension to his offensive production. Although his rebounding total was modest, his ability to contribute in multiple categories continues to make him a valuable fantasy asset.
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Alex Sarr C | WAS
Wizards' Alex Sarr: Strong two-way outing
Sarr finished with 18 points (7-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and four steals across 26 minutes during Wednesday's 121-111 loss to the Cavaliers.
Sarr made an impact on both ends of the floor, shooting efficiently while complementing his scoring output with five combined steals and blocks. The third-year center was particularly active defensively, leading all players with four steals despite playing fewer than 30 minutes. His combination of defensive production and developing perimeter game gives him considerable upside in category-based fantasy formats.
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Jaden Hardy PG | LAL
Lakers' Jaden Hardy: Struggles in limited action
Hardy logged two points (0-6 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two assists and one steal over nine minutes during Wednesday's 103-87 win over the Clippers.
It took both Luka Doncic (back) and Ziaire Williams (foot) being sidelined to get Hardy into the mix, but he failed to make a case for more playing time in the future. Hardy figures to revert to emergency backcourt depth once Doncic and Williams return.
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Jarred Vanderbilt PF | LAL
Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt: Brings down seven boards
Vanderbilt produced zero points (0-1 FG), seven rebounds and two assists in 21 minutes during Wednesday's 103-87 victory over the Clippers.
Vanderbilt made his season debut, bringing some defensive energy off the bench. Once Luka Doncic (back) and Ziaire Williams (foot) return to action, Vanderbilt is expected to fall back into obscurity.
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Brice Sensabaugh SF | UTA
Jazz's Brice Sensabaugh: Steps up with 16 points
Sensabaugh recorded 16 points (5-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist in 18 minutes during Wednesday's 117-111 overtime loss to San Antonio.
Sensabaugh helped pick up the slack left behind by Lauri Markkanen (wrist) and Jaren Jackson (knee) on Wednesday. Sensabaugh should continue playing the backup role at shooting guard, provided rookie first-rounder Darryn Peterson hangs onto a starting job.
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Kevin Durant PF | HOU
Rockets' Kevin Durant: Tallies efficient 18 points
Durant contributed 18 points (5-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, four assists and three blocks in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 132-100 victory over the Bucks.
Even with Alperen Sengun sitting out with a back issue, Durant didn't see a noticeable boost. The 38-year-old Durant has looked spry in the early going, putting up at least 18 points, four rebounds and two assists in each of his first five appearances.
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Oscar Tshiebwe PF | HOU
Rockets' Oscar Tshiebwe: Steps up off bench
Tshiebwe finished Wednesday's 132-100 win over the Bucks with seven points (3-3 FG, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 14 minutes.
Tshiebwe helped fill the void at center left behind by Alperen Sengun (back) on Wednesday. A two-way player, Tshiebwe is likely to head to the G League's Rio Grande Valley Vipers in the coming weeks.
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Brayden Burries SG | MIL
Bucks' Brayden Burries: Holding down reserve role
Burries had 10 points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal in 17 minutes during Wednesday's 132-100 loss to the Rockets.
Burries has reached double digits in scoring in three of his first five appearances. The rookie first-rounder is seeing consistent action for the rebuilding Bucks, logging at least 16 minutes in four games so far.
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Kelly Oubre Jr. SF | IND
Pacers' Kelly Oubre: Solid scoring effort
Oubre finished with 15 points (5-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 114-109 loss to the 76ers.
Oubre provided efficient secondary scoring for Indiana, reaching double figures while shooting 50 percent from the field. The veteran wing logged 30 minutes and finished as one of five Pacers to score at least 13 points. His playing time gives him opportunities to contribute in multiple categories, though his modest rebounding and defensive production limited his overall fantasy impact Wednesday.
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LeBron James PF | PHI
76ers' LeBron James: Hands out 10 dimes
James supplied 13 points (5-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, 10 assists, two blocks and one steal in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 114-109 win over the Pacers.
James took a backseat as a scorer but orchestrated Philadelphia's offense effectively, recording a game-high 10 assists without committing a turnover. The veteran forward also made his presence felt defensively with three combined steals and blocks. Even with several established scoring options alongside him, James continues to offer substantial fantasy value through his playmaking and versatility.