https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2115213582023671851?a=dI2UgAzSSt9YoiEXdjU&s=19

It’s literally been 1 week since the season started and we’ve got

- Jdub likely out for season
- JJJ probably out for like 2+ months
- Paolo probably 2 months out
- Suggs probably a month out
- Duren 2+ weeks out
- Keegan Murray 2+ weeks out
- Kawhi (cooked) who knows when hes back
- cason Wallace out for most the season
- Kon Knueppel - Unknown return time
- Coby White - Unknown return time
- Ingram - Unknown return time
- Zubac TBC
- Lauri TBC
- Ausar TBC
- Chet seems to have a knee issue TBC
- Ben Simmons season over
- Kristaps might retire
- Nurkic out to start the season
- ANTHONY EDWARDS - 2 months

All in 1 week feels crazyy

EDIT: As people are saying it's the same every year, here's what I found for 1 week in to last season:

- Vanvleet out for season
- Garland Toe issue - few months
- Edey - Ankle surgery, done for season
- Lebron, scacitia, 3 weeks
- Herro, ankle, a month
- Edwards, Fox, Jalen Green - 1 week hamstring injuries
- Keegan Murray - Thumb, a month
- Luka - 1 week leg strain
- Scoot, hamstring tear (preseason), 4 months
- Kessler, out for season (Technically was after the 1st week of the season but will include it)
- Paul George - surgery recovery, 2 weeks
- Coby White - Calf strain, 2 weeks
- Miller, shoulder, 2-3 weeks
- Trae, 1.5 months, and then Wizards shenanigans (technically was the 2nd week as well)

Last season was definitely still rough, but I think this season is way worse, particularly I think because of the length of the injuries to higher quality fantasy players

So you're telling me- when a player is Out, we move him to IL then yahoo changes the tag immediately after the game to P/Q, it forces us to readd them to the lineup even if they dont have a game for the next couple of days; blocking a pickup.

Isnt this frustrating after removing IL+? Like should the player not just be tagged O until the day of their next game?

My colleague, Dan Besbris, gives you a look at his BURGER BOARD, which is just a fun way to rank how valuable some of these waiver pickups are for fantasy basketball!

We’re a week in, any you eyeing some players who haven’t been performing as expected? Who are we looking at to buy low.

Hello r/fantasybball! Here are the top 10 performing players for October 26th, 2026!

Honorable Mentions: DeMar DeRozan, Kevin Durant, Ace Bailey, Moussa Diabaté, Yaxel Lendeborg

FAQ

• How are players ranked?

Each player's line is compared to 2025-26 per-game averages for their primary position (G, F or C, using players who averaged 20+ minutes). Each of the 9 categories becomes a z-score (FG% and FT% are weighted by attempts, turnovers count against). Z-scores are capped at ±10 and summed into the Night Score.

• Why is [insert player] not ranked here? They had a great game!

It doesn't mean that this player didn't perform well, it just means that some players had a more balanced performance than them across the 9 categories.

Thought this was necessarily with that click bait article posted earlier. Let’s hope it stays this way!

https://x.com/mikeascotto/status/2115171971201950165?s=46

Lauri is only day-to-day thankfully 🙏🙏🙏

Reminds me of RoCo. Bad FG but a monster on D. Currently averaging 2 stls and 2 blks after 4 games. Even though he’s not starting, he’s getting 30 minutes consistently. 21 years young, so hopefully his shot will improve as the season goes. Go grab him if you can stomach his FG.

Oh boy

Had a sick game last with 7 stocks, 8 rebounds and 15 points. He's been at 30+ minutes in 3 games. Are we holding? He's literally the only athletic defensive wing on the Cav's roster. They kind of need him. Yeah, he'll have bad shooting nights, but nights like this is why I think you should hold.

https://x.com/UnderdogNBA/status/2115179288781639960?a=vkhCEU7hRUwBvWkPQc8&s=19

not confirmed but he was bothered by it during the game

https://basketnews.com/news-258207-anthony-davis-suffers-new-potential-alarming-injury-in-wizards-game.html

Always see the "Sell-high & Buy-lows," but nobody ever talks about buying good players who are just performing well. Here's my quick list of buys that you can buy high or, ideally, at a fair cost.

- Domantas Sabonis: Just looks so good already, doesn't he? Monster contributor across the board. His cost shouldn't be too crazy just yet, but he looks like a first/second rounder rest of the season.

- Tyrese Maxey: Everyone was harping on the potential decline in usage and counting stats, but clearly it isn't the case. He looks even better with more options around him and is still the dominating contributor he was last year.

- Tyrese Haliburton: Achilles recovery is a glorified sprained ankle now. He looks incredible. He's been a solid scorer, an assist monster with relatively low turnovers, and he's efficient!

- Jaden McDaniels: The clear #3 option on the Twolves. He's gonna be massively impactful this year and has shown it. Has to carry an offensive and defensive load. Averaging 15/6/3 with about 2 stocks per game. Solid piece to have on a winning multicategory fantasy team!

- Kel'el Ware: Superman! He's looked super dominant in these minutes-restricted performances. Getting into foul trouble too. Can only assume Jenkins expands his role, minutes, and his foul rate comes down a ton.

- Brandon Miller: They just paid him $200m, traded LaMelo, and are giving him the ULTIMATE GREEN LIGHT. The efficiency is a concern, but rest assured it will bounce back up. He's the clear #1 option and Averages 2.5 stocks (right now) too!

- Pascal Siakam: One of the more boring players according to this subreddit to own in fantasy. But he's just an immense all-around contributor for your team. 23/7/4 a night on respectable efficiency, and the Pacers may be without Zubac for an extended period.

- Walker Kessler: Luka has shown us that he can turn some of the worst big men into serious contributors, but Kessler is already elite and now getting Luka adds boosted efficiency and scoring opportunities at or near the rim. Add in his rebounding, shot-blocking, and the Lakers' lack of bigs around him. It's an easy buy.

- Keyonte George: Lauri and JJJ might be out for an extended period; the possibility for even more production is here. Keyonte has already looked awesome as a scorer and playmaker. He's been efficient but has had some issues with turnovers. If you can stomach the turnovers, he's a buy.

- Kevin Durant: Maybe the most consistent and efficient player to give you 24-30 points every night. He's looked good and has even been grabbing boards and getting some blocks. Easy buy.

Mostly doing this post to bring back the nicknames trend in this thread, but what are your thoughts on this guy ROS?

Do we think this is going to be an ongoing issue for the rest of the season? I thought he would be fully healthy, given he had 18 months to recover.

https://x.com/UnderdogNBA/status/2115194382244880616?a=PREUE_aMvQPujUudMqQ&s=19

What are we thinking about Matas Buzelis ROS?
I drafted him expecting a breakout season, but so far he’s been pretty frustrating to own, especially in points leagues.
I know he has a lot of upside, but I’m starting to question whether he’s worth holding or if that roster spot would be better used for streaming or picking up someone more consistent.
For those who have watched the Bulls, how has he actually looked? Are his struggles just early-season growing pains, or are there legitimate concerns about his role and consistency?
Would you guys hold and be patient, or move on?

Damn as somebody who has Hali i hope this isnt anything too serious 🤦‍♂️