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Maxey Explosion | Kings Disaster | Kornet Stinks | Thursday NBA Recap

Nov 21, 2025

Domantas Sabonis's knee injury shakes up the Kings, raising questions about their management and roster. Tyrese Maxey steals the spotlight with a jaw-dropping 54-point game for the 76ers, while other players like Julian Champagnie shine in supporting roles. The Clippers are facing mounting issues, and fantasy managers are advised on key waiver wire trends. Can rookies like Maxime Raynaud step up for Sacramento, or is another heartbreak imminent? Tune in for hot takes and insights into the ever-evolving fantasy landscape.

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INSIGHT

Sabonis Injury Will Reshape Kings Rotations

DeMarcus Sabonis's knee injury will cost him multiple weeks and significantly reshuffle Kings rotations.
Josh Lloyd predicts Sabonis won't return until at least 2026 and sees major fantasy impacts from his absence.

ADVICE

Follow Waiver Trends, But Be Selective

Consider adding immediate starters like Vince Williams Jr., Keldon Johnson, and Harrison Barnes from recent waiver trends.
Avoid long-term trust in volatile players like Isaiah Jackson, Bradley, Jackson, and Huff without clear role stability.

INSIGHT

Clippers Role Players Are Unreliable

The Clippers' role players are inconsistent despite extended minutes without Kawhi and others.
Josh Lloyd labels Chris Paul and Brook Lopez as 'washed' and warns about unreliable fantasy value.

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Sacramento Kings unravel as Domantas Sabonis’s knee injury sends shockwaves through their lineup—is a leadership shakeup on the horizon? Josh Lloyd dissects the Kings’ chaotic roster struggles and questionable coaching decisions, slamming Doug Christie and Scott Perry’s approach as the team suffers a 41-point loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Can Keegan Murray and rookie Maxime Raynaud step up as must-roster fantasy options, or is Sacramento destined for more heartbreak?

Highlights include Nickeil Alexander-Walker’s scorching night for the Atlanta Hawks, Tyrese Maxey’s 54-point explosion for the Philadelphia 76ers, and breakout performances from role players like Julian Champagnie and Zach Edey. Fantasy managers get actionable advice on key waiver wire trends and strategic drops, while pressing questions linger over the Clippers’ rotten vibes and Russell Westbrook’s diminishing value. Don’t miss hot takes and data-backed insights on must-adds, sell-highs, and the evolving NBA fantasy landscape.

0:00 Intro

1:40 News & Waiver Trends

4:35 Clippers vs Magic

12:20 Hawks vs Spurs

18:24 Kings vs Grizzlies

27:12 76ers vs Bucks

31:30 Lines Of The Night

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