Welcome to your fantasy basketball guide for Thursday’s showdown between the Clippers and the Suns. With only one game on the schedule, making the right player choices is more important than ever. Player availability can change quickly, so it’s always smart to check lineups before the game starts. Let’s look at some of the best player options to help you build a winning fantasy team.
⭐ Top Player Choices
For your team’s top spot, Devin Booker is the most obvious and reliable choice. He has been the engine of the Suns’ offense, delivering huge scores of over 60 fantasy points in recent games. While repeating that is never guaranteed, his high involvement in the team’s plays (around 31%) gives him the best chance to be the highest scorer of the night. Even in a slower-paced game against the Clippers, Booker’s talent makes him the number one option if you can fit him in your budget.
💪 A Strong Alternative
If you want to try a different strategy, consider Ivica Zubac from the Clippers. With key players like James Harden and Kawhi Leonard out, Zubac is expected to have a much bigger role in the offense. His involvement should increase significantly from his usual 19%. Choosing Zubac might be a good way to be different from other fantasy players. As the team’s main center, much of the Clippers’ game plan will likely run through him, giving him a great opportunity to score well.
💡 Smart Value Picks from the Clippers
Injuries on the Clippers have created great opportunities for other players to step up at a low fantasy cost. Bogdan Bogdanović is a perfect example. He played nearly 30 minutes in the last game and could do so again, potentially scoring up to 30 fantasy points. For his low price, he is one of the safest budget-friendly picks available. Similarly, Kris Dunn is expected to start again and play big minutes. After a quiet last game, he is likely to bounce back strong against the Suns, who have struggled to defend against point guards this season.
🎯 Another Solid Option from the Suns
Besides Devin Booker, Grayson Allen is another Suns player set up for a good game. He is a more affordable option and has been playing consistently. The Clippers’ defense has allowed opposing guards to score a lot of fantasy points, which is good news for Allen. Even with Jalen Green returning from injury, Allen is expected to play around 30 minutes, giving him plenty of time to perform well and provide excellent value for his fantasy price.
