Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups: Rising Role Players Due to Injuries
Discover the top fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups with real upside. RotoWire's Mike Barner discusses boosted roles, rising stats and injury-based opportunities to help your team win.Top News
Anthony EdwardsWon't play vs. HoustonNBAMinnesota Timberwolves
Domantas SabonisCould return FridayNBASacramento Kings
Darius GarlandOfficially out for FridayNBACleveland Cavaliers
Jalen BrunsonRuled out for ThursdayNBANew York Knicks- Darius GarlandLikely to miss Friday's gameNBACleveland Cavaliers
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