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Fantasy NBA Playoffs: Rising Stars Shine Amid Injuries

2/23/2026

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Story summary

The NBA fantasy season is in its final stretch as playoffs approach and injuries rise.
Young players on struggling teams earn more minutes to prove their value.
Scotty Pippen Jr. of the Memphis Grizzlies has returned from injury.
Maxime Raynaud of the Sacramento Kings is expected to start due to Domantas Sabonis's absence.
Jordan Poole and GG Jackson are emerging as potential fantasy assets.

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Story summary

The NBA fantasy season is in its final stretch as playoffs approach and injuries rise.
Young players on struggling teams earn more minutes to prove their value.
Scotty Pippen Jr. of the Memphis Grizzlies has returned from injury.
Maxime Raynaud of the Sacramento Kings is expected to start due to Domantas Sabonis's absence.
Jordan Poole and GG Jackson are emerging as potential fantasy assets.