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Fantasy Basketball Sell High Trades | Is the Julius Randle Explosion for Minnesota Timberwolves Too Good to Be TRUE?

Nov 4, 2025

Surging NBA stars like Julius Randle are raising eyebrows with their performances. But is Randle's hot streak sustainable with Anthony Edwards looming? Jaden McDaniels' recent usage spikes may not last, and Mikal Bridges' impressive efficiency could also take a hit. Josh explores whether it's time to cash in on breakout players like Stephon Castle and Keyshawn George before their stats regress. Tune in for essential tips on navigating sell-high trades in the fantasy basketball landscape!

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INSIGHT

Randle's Hot Shooting Is Likely Temporary

Julius Randle's current shooting efficiency is well above his career norms and likely regresses.
Anthony Edwards' return and falling percentages make Randle closer to a top-50 than top-15 fantasy player.

ADVICE

Get Top-40 Value When Selling Randle

If you sell Randle, aim to get a top-40 player back to justify the risk.
Otherwise, enjoy the hot streak instead of forcing a weak trade.

INSIGHT

McDaniels' Spike Mirrors Temporary Opportunity

Jaden McDaniels has hit the three sell-high pillars: minutes, usage, and efficiency, driven by Anthony Edwards' absence.
Those gains are unlikely to persist once Edwards returns, so McDaniels' rank should fall substantially.

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Surging NBA stars are smashing expectations—but can their fantasy basketball value really hold? Josh Lloyd spotlights Julius Randle’s hot shooting for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Jaden McDaniels’ unsustainable usage spikes, and Mikal Bridges’ improbable three-point efficiency with the New York Knicks. Are these breakout performances and stat lines genuine, or are managers holding ticking time bombs on their rosters?

Breaking down advanced stats and recent trends, Josh Lloyd provides actionable tips for fantasy basketball players eyeing sell-high opportunities on names like Stephon Castle, Kyshawn George, and Ryan Kalkbrenner. Discover why field goal percentages, unexpected defensive stats, and returning stars like Anthony Edwards and De’Aaron Fox could upend the current fantasy pecking order. Are you ready to cash in before these numbers regress and get the most out of your roster swaps?

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