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Fantasy Basketball Week 17: Key Starters and Benches

2/9/2026

Summary

Story summary

In Week 17 of Fantasy Basketball, Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors) and Payton Pritchard (Boston Celtics) should be benched due to three-game schedules.
Isaiah Collier (Utah Jazz) and Cason Wallace (Oklahoma City Thunder) are highlighted as starts due to increased roles.
Nikola Vucevic (Boston Celtics) and Aaron Nesmith (Indiana Pacers) are benched for limited games and performance concerns.
The week offers opportunities to adjust lineups strategically.

History

Historical Context

The 2011 NBA lockout lasted five months, resulting in a shortened 66-game season. This disruption stemmed from disputes over a new collective bargaining agreement, which established a 50-50 revenue split between owners and players. The lockout significantly influenced team strategies and player contracts, reshaping how franchises like the Golden State Warriors and Boston Celtics manage their rosters in subsequent seasons.

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Story summary

In Week 17 of Fantasy Basketball, Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors) and Payton Pritchard (Boston Celtics) should be benched due to three-game schedules.
Isaiah Collier (Utah Jazz) and Cason Wallace (Oklahoma City Thunder) are highlighted as starts due to increased roles.
Nikola Vucevic (Boston Celtics) and Aaron Nesmith (Indiana Pacers) are benched for limited games and performance concerns.
The week offers opportunities to adjust lineups strategically.

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