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Fantasy Basketball 2025–26: The Players You NEED To Draft In Every Round

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Oct 13, 2025
Discover the must-draft players for fantasy basketball in the 2025–26 season! From Kevin Durant and Tyrese Maxey to Jalen Johnson, the breakdown of each round reveals undervalued stars and potential steals. Explore discrepancies in player rankings, including surprises in the middle rounds, and learn why certain picks can dramatically enhance your team. Whether you're in points or category leagues, this guide offers invaluable strategies for dominating your fantasy league!
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ADVICE

Draft By Round Availability

  • Draft with round ranges in mind: evaluate players based on where they're likely available (midpoint of the round to the next round midpoint).
  • Use that range to target players who will beat their ranking and offer clear value in your draft.
INSIGHT

Target High-Upside Stars Early

  • Kevin Durant is often undervalued on Yahoo and can be taken late first/early second for upside.
  • Alperen Sengun and Devin Booker also present second-round value depending on platform and format.
ADVICE

Grab Tyrese Maxey On The Turn

  • In ESPN points leagues, push to draft Tyrese Maxey earlier than his rank suggests.
  • Target him around the turn because ESPN's points ranking likely understates his value.
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