Tue Dec 09 03:10:00 UTC 2025: News Article:

Fantasy Basketball: Light Week, Deep Dives for Waiver Wire Gems

With the NBA Cup knockout rounds dominating the early December schedule, fantasy basketball managers face a uniquely light Week 8. The compressed schedule, designed to ensure all teams play a full 82-game season, means fewer games and sparse nights.

This makes every game count. Fantasy managers grappling with injuries or thin rosters should aggressively explore the waiver wire for players who can maximize their on-court opportunities.

Here are some under-rostered players poised to contribute:

  • Ryan Nembhard (Dallas Mavericks, PG – 20.9% Rostered): Filling in for the injured Kyrie Irving, Nembhard has quickly become a valuable fantasy asset, averaging points and dishing out assists.

  • Collin Gillespie (Phoenix Suns, PG – 42.8% Rostered): Gillespie’s game has reached new heights. A regular scorer with 3-point and assist potential, he’s thriving with Booker sidelined.

  • Davion Mitchell (Miami Heat, PG – 46.1% Rostered): The defensive specialist is showcasing more offensive flair, with double-digit assist potential and steals.

  • Quentin Grimes (Philadelphia 76ers, SG – 44.6% Rostered): In an ever-changing lineup of the 76ers Grimes has scoring upside with the ability to round out stat sheets.

  • Jaylon Tyson (Cleveland Cavaliers, SG – 14.3% Rostered): Starting due to injuries, Tyson provides scoring, rebounding, and 3-pointers.

  • Jeremiah Fears (New Orleans Pelicans, SG/PG – 8.5% Rostered): The rookie is on a hot streak, scoring in double figures in his last 21 games as a starter.

  • Naji Marshall (Dallas Mavericks, SF/PF – 15.3% Rostered): Starting due to injuries to the frontcourt, Marshall is posting flex-worthy numbers.

  • Peyton Watson (Denver Nuggets, SF/PF – 18.6% Rostered): Consistent contributor with points, rebounds, and blocks while starting for the injured Aaron Gordon.

  • Toumani Camara (Portland Trail Blazers, PF/SF – 49.2% Rostered): A defensive specialist developing into a 3-and-D threat, providing consistent contributions.

  • Dominick Barlow (Philadelphia 76ers, PF/C – 5.3% Rostered): The latest 76ers big to step up, Barlow offers double-double potential and defensive stats.

  • Maxime Raynaud (Sacramento Kings, C – 2.0% Rostered): Raynaud is getting more minutes while Domantas Sabonis is sidelined and has played himself into the starting lineup.

With the schedule offering limited opportunities, these under-the-radar players could be the key to fantasy success this week.

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