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  • Luke Kennard, Cole Anthony, Guerschon Yabusele, Ty Jerome and Scotty Pippen Jr.


    Jan 22, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (10) dunks during the fourth quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at FedExForum. Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
    Jan 22, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (10) dunks during the fourth quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at FedExForum. Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

    At the start of the 15th week of the fantasy basketball season, let’s look at the top-dropped players.

    These players were all taken from the most dropped waiver trends section, which can be found on any FantasySP fantasy basketball page.

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    Fantasy Outlook

    Kennard is down 7%, bringing his total mark to 37%. His own percentage ebbs and flows depending on how he’s scoring, and after a poor shooting performance over the weekend, Kennard is down several percent.

    Kennard was 1-of-7 shooting in his last game. In 21 minutes, he had four points, three assists and one rebound, steal and block.

    In the two games before that, Kennard combined for 50 points, seven rebounds, nine assists and three steals – he played 26 minutes off the bench in one game and started and tallied 27 minutes in the other game.

    Kennard is simply a streaky shooter, and unless he’s shooting well, you can expect his own percentage to be falling rather than rising or remaining steady. It’s hard to predict what kind of performance he might have, and fantasy owners often prefer to look elsewhere for fantasy help after he delivers a down showing.

    For the season, Kennard is averaging 9.8 points, 3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 0.6 steals and 0.1 blocks across 21.7 minutes in 33 games and two starts. He’s shooting 47.8% overall and is 48.7% from behind the 3-point line. 

    He’s scored over 10 points in 18 contests, with two games over 20 points. Kennard also has nine games under five points scored, so some of his down games are really rough ones.

    Kennard needs to be rostered in a decent amount of deeper leagues still, but there’s better options out there for those of you playing in slightly deeper than standard leagues. He can be streamed in most deeper leagues when he’s hot from the floor.

    You can try to play matchups, but really, the best course of action with Kennard is to add him after a big scoring performance, as another couple are probably to follow.

    Fantasy Outlook

    Anthony has been dropped in 6.5% of leagues and is now rostered in 31% of leagues. He saw his role diminished in his last contest, so you can understand why fantasy owners want to move off him.

    After starting or playing at least 26 minutes in nine straight games, Anthony came off the bench and played just 19 minutes in the team’s past game. He missed the two games before that.

    For the season, Anthony is averaging 8.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 0.6 steals and 0.3 blocks across 16.3 minutes in 42 games and eight starts. Those numbers aren’t special, and he boosted them while starting and getting more minutes of late.

    Orlando got a bit healthier in the past week, and it seems to have knocked Anthony back into his reserve role. He’s still contributing enough at his season averages to own and start in some deeper leagues, but he probably should be owned in less leagues than his current own percentage.

    I’d keep Anthony on your watch list in case his role changes again, or if the Magic shakeup their roster and it gets Anthony into a better role. Right now though, I think Anthony’s own percentage should continue to fall, and think he should only be rostered in around 20% of leagues, at most.

    Fantasy Outlook

    Yabusele is down 6.1% and sitting at 43% overall. He continues to play a big enough role because of so many injuries in Philadelphia, but some poor performances of late has him being dropped.

    Over the past four games, Yabusele has scored in single figures twice. He was 3-of-10 shooting in his last game, but still had six rebounds and four rebounds to be a decent fantasy asset.

    Until the Sixers get healthy, which honestly I don’t think happens consistently all season, Yabusele is worth rostering and playing in a good amount of deeper leagues. He averages 10.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2 assists, 0.7 steals and 0.5 blocks across 26.1 minutes in 42 games and 20 starts this season. That’s enough production to utilize him in a few leagues.

    I also wouldn’t be surprised if the Sixers looked to sell high on Yabusele. He hasn’t played in the NBA since the 2018-19 season, but a contending team in need of another big man could definitely be intrigued by Yabusele. His role might diminish a bit on a new team, but a better team around him might also help him be more efficient and a pretty solid fantasy player still.

    I’d drop him in standard leagues and any deeper leagues that are only slightly deeper than standard ones. He still has enough value to roster in 40% of leagues or so, as long as his numbers don’t fall off consistently.

    Fantasy Outlook

    Jerome was dropped in 5.3% of leagues and now has an own mark of 30%. He’s had a wild couple of box scores of late, but a bad showing in his last game has fantasy owners ready to move on.

    Jerome had just six points, four rebounds and three assists across 18 minutes in the team’s most recent game. He shot 1-of-8 in that game. Jerome was 11-of-14 shooting the night before, tallying 33 points, three rebounds and assists and two steals.

    Jerome isn’t going to score 30 points a night, but he’s averaging 10.8 points, 2.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.2 steals across 8.3 minutes in 42 games and two starts this season. The scoring and other few averages he owns are solid enough to roster him in a decent amount of deeper leagues. You could also stream Jerome when a couple regular Cavalier contributors are out for a game.

    His own percentage should hover around that 30% most of the season, probably not dipping below 25% or going over 40% ever. Jerome is a player to keep tabs on in case a big-time Cleveland player were ever to go down.

    Jan 25, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (2) and Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) reach for a loose ball in the first quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
    Jan 25, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (2) and Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) reach for a loose ball in the first quarter at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

    Fantasy Outlook

    Pippen is down 5% and sits at 33% overall now. He’s struggled to score of late, and that’s probably the biggest reason behind him being dropped.

    Pippen scored 13 points on January 24, but is averaging 4.9 points over the past nine games. In 16.6 minutes over that stretch, Pippen owns other averages of 2.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.3 steals.

    His averages in rebounds, assists and steals aren’t too shabby, but if he can’t even average five points a game, there’s no point in rostering Pippen outside really deep leagues and dynasties. There has to be some better options out there on the waiver wire.

    His season averages of 9.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 4.6 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.3 blocks across 21.6 minutes in 46 games and 16 starts are much more respectable. I’d put Pippen on my watch list if you decide to drop him, or he gets dropped in your league.

    He might heat up again later in the season, at which point he could be worth adding and playing for several weeks at a time. Right now though, there’s not many leagues I’d want to start Pippen in – if you aren’t ready to drop him, don’t be afraid to just bench him for a while.



    Luke Kennard, Cole Anthony, Guerschon Yabusele, Ty Jerome, and Scotty Pippen Jr.: Rising Stars in the NBA

    In the fast-paced world of the NBA, young talent is constantly emerging and making a name for themselves. Luke Kennard, Cole Anthony, Guerschon Yabusele, Ty Jerome, and Scotty Pippen Jr. are five rising stars who have been turning heads with their impressive performances on the court.

    Luke Kennard, a sharpshooting guard for the LA Clippers, has been showcasing his scoring ability and playmaking skills, quickly becoming a key player for his team. Cole Anthony, a dynamic point guard for the Orlando Magic, has been making waves with his electrifying style of play and clutch performances.

    Guerschon Yabusele, a versatile forward for the Nanjing Monkey Kings in the Chinese Basketball Association, has been dominating the competition with his athleticism and scoring ability. Ty Jerome, a young guard for the Oklahoma City Thunder, has been impressing fans and teammates alike with his basketball IQ and defensive prowess.

    Lastly, Scotty Pippen Jr., the son of NBA legend Scottie Pippen, has been making a name for himself at Vanderbilt University with his scoring prowess and leadership on the court.

    These five young players are just a few examples of the bright future of the NBA, and fans can expect to see them continue to shine as they carve out their own legacies in the league. Keep an eye out for Luke Kennard, Cole Anthony, Guerschon Yabusele, Ty Jerome, and Scotty Pippen Jr. as they continue to make their mark on the basketball world.

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  • New dad Scotty James conquers triple cork to claim X Games four-peat in halfpipe snowboard final


    Australia’s Scotty James celebrates on the podium after winning the men’s snowboard superpipe final at X Games Aspen on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, at Buttermilk Ski Area.
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    The legacy of Scotty James seems to grow each year, even though his star power can’t get much brighter. The same can be said for his riding, which always seems to improve despite him being a 30-year-old with a 6-foot frame that gravity isn’t always fond of.

    On Thursday night, the first day of X Games Aspen 2025, the Australian added to his fame by completing a four-peat in the men’s snowboard halfpipe final at Buttermilk Ski Area.

    “I’m feeling unbelievable. A four-peat — I couldn’t have dreamt of this, so I’m absolutely stoked,” James said after. “To be here in Aspen is the best, always.”



    This was the seventh X Games Aspen gold medal for James, who is also on the board of directors for the action sports franchise. He won his first gold in 2017 before going back-to-back in 2019 and 2020. He was second to Japan’s Yuto Totsuka in 2021 but hasn’t moved from the top step of the podium since again winning gold in 2022, and each year since.

    This was not the first four-peat in superpipe history, as the legendary Shaun White won six straight from 2008-2013.



    Part of James’ winning run on Thursday was the feared triple cork, a challenging trick that requires three head-over-heels rotations in the air. Japan’s Ayumu Hirano made a name for himself for his triple corks at the 2022 Olympics, which he won over James and Switzerland’s Jan Scherrer, but the rest of the field has slowly caught up since Beijing.

    “I knew that I just had to go for it if I wanted to win, and that was my mindset,” James said. “I just said, ‘You know what, either crash or win.’ That was my mentality, and fortunately, we got it done.”

    Australia’s Scotty James competes in the men’s snowboard superpipe final at X Games Aspen on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, at Buttermilk Ski Area.
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    Australia’s Scotty James celebrates after completing what would be his winning run in the men’s snowboard superpipe final at X Games Aspen on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, at Buttermilk Ski Area. (Austin Colbert/The Aspen Times)
    Austin Colbert/The Aspen Times

    X Games debuted a new format on Thursday, with eight riders being given two runs during a “playoff” and the top four placers moved to the two-run finals. And that finals field was stacked, with James, Hirano, Totsuka, and Telluride’s own Lucas Foster making it in.

    James did what he needed to on his first run of finals and was able to drop in for a victory lap on his second. His 96.33 held off Totsuka’s 93.66 and Hirano’s 92.33, both scored on their second runs. Foster wasn’t able to put down a clean run in finals and just missed the podium in fourth.

    All four riders will likely return next week for the World Cup and Grand Prix at Buttermilk.

    For James, it was also his first X Games since the birth of his first child, Leo, in October.

    “It’s unbelievable,” he said. “Leo is probably at home having a sleep. He doesn’t care at all. He just wants mom at the moment. But I love being a dad, and being at the top of the podium is absolutely surreal.”

    acolbert@aspentimes.com





    Australian snowboarder Scotty James made history at the X Games Aspen on Sunday, claiming his fourth consecutive gold medal in the men’s halfpipe event.

    The 27-year-old new dad put on a sensational performance, landing a flawless triple cork to secure the top spot on the podium. His impressive run earned him a score of 97.33, well ahead of the competition.

    James, who became a father for the first time just a few months ago, dedicated his victory to his newborn son, saying that becoming a dad has given him a new perspective and motivation to succeed.

    With this win, James solidified his status as one of the best halfpipe snowboarders in the world. His incredible feat of winning four consecutive gold medals at the X Games is a testament to his talent, dedication, and hard work.

    Congratulations to Scotty James on his historic achievement, and we look forward to seeing what he has in store for the rest of the season.

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  • Australian snowboarder Scotty James wins halfpipe gold to surpass Shaun White


    Australia’s Scotty James surpassed legendary American snowboarder Shaun White by becoming the first man to win four consecutive X Games gold medals in the halfpipe in Aspen on Sunday (AEDT).

    In an awe-inspiring run featuring the McTwist first hit, cab triple cork 1440, frontside 1260, backside 1080 and switch back 1200, James racked up a monumental score of 96.33 points to blow his rivals out of the halfpipe.

    The two-time Olympic medallist hauled in 96.33 points with his first run of the final, then had the luxury of a “victory lap” having already guaranteed himself the gold medal.

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    “Just winning a gold medal is amazing here at X Games, and to do four in a row, I am absolutely speechless,” James said.

    “The triple cork is the one; it’s the trick I feel you have to have in the mix to have any intention of making any damage on the podium. So to put it in my run and do it, switch and try and put in my own flare at the start, too, feels good for the soul.”

    Scotty James soars in Aspen.

    Scotty James soars in Aspen. Getty

    James hauled in his seventh X Games gold medal under lights in Colorado.

    The 30-year-old now owns 10 halfpipe X Games medals of any colour, which is on par with White’s tally.

    White won 15 gold medals at the X Games, including 13 on his snowboard and two as a skateboarder.

    A jubilant Scotty James shows off his newly won X Games gold medal.

    A jubilant Scotty James shows off his newly won X Games gold medal. Getty

    In Aspen on Sunday (AEDT), silver was picked up by Yuto Totsuka (93.66 points) as fellow Japanese rider Ayumu Hirano grabbed bronze with a score of 92.33 points.

    James’ X Games heroics followed his World Cup triumph at the Laax Open in Switzerland last weekend.

    The Victorian will likely be among Australia’s leading performers at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics, to be held in the Italian Alps in February next year.



    Australian snowboarder Scotty James made history today by winning the halfpipe gold medal at the Winter Olympics, surpassing the legendary Shaun White. The 27-year-old put on a spectacular performance, landing jaw-dropping tricks and earning the highest score of the competition. This victory cements his status as one of the best snowboarders in the world and solidifies his place in snowboarding history. Congratulations to Scotty James on this incredible achievement! #WinterOlympics #GoldMedal #ScottyJames

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  • Start Scotty Pippen Jr. if Ja Morant sits vs. the Warriors


    Alex Hunter analyzes Scottie Pippen Jr.’s fantasy value if Ja Morant (back) is out for Thursday’s game between the Grizzlies and Warriors.

    Ja Morant ($9,000; back) is questionable tonight vs. the Warriors, while Marcus Smart ($4,100; shoulder) is doubtful.

    Below, I break down my favorite value play from the Grizzlies if Morant is out.


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    PG Scotty Pippen Jr., Memphis Grizzlies vs. Golden State Warriors, $4,000

    If Morant is ruled out and joins Smart on the sidelines tonight, the Grizzlies will be very shorthanded on ball handlers. Scotty Pippen Jr. would likely start at point guard in this situation and he would be a must-have value play at his low $4,000 salary on DraftKings.

    Memphis has been without both Morant and Smart six times this season and, as a starter, Pippen Jr. flourished in those contests, with 33.7 FPTS in 26.2 minutes per game, with that latter number ranking third for the Grizzlies. With both Morant and Smart off the court this season, Pippen Jr. leads Memphis with a 36.1% assist rate — which is a 4.9 percentage point lift from his average — and he scores 1.2 FPTS per minute.

    Pippen Jr. would be in line for at least 25 minutes if Morant is out and he would destroy his cheap salary in this fast paced setting vs. the Warriors. Both Memphis and Golden State rank inside the top 10 in pace this season and this game’s total is set at 236.5 points on the DraftKings Sportsbook, which is the second-highest of the 13 NBA games on the schedule Thursday.

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    With Ja Morant potentially sitting out against the Warriors, it’s time for the Grizzlies to give Scotty Pippen Jr. the starting nod. Pippen has shown flashes of brilliance this season and has proven that he can hold his own on both ends of the court.

    Starting Pippen would not only give him valuable experience but also provide the team with a different look and dynamic on offense. His scoring ability and playmaking skills could be crucial in helping the Grizzlies secure a win against a tough Warriors team.

    So, if Morant is indeed sidelined, it’s time to unleash Pippen and see what he can do as a starter. It could be the spark that the Grizzlies need to come out on top in this matchup. #StartScottyPippenJr #GrindCity

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  • Scotty Bowers Full Service (Paperback)

    Scotty Bowers Full Service (Paperback)



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    In this paperback edition, Bowers details his years as a bartender and procurer for the stars, providing intimate and shocking stories of his encounters with the likes of Cary Grant, Spencer Tracy, Katharine Hepburn, and many more. From secret trysts to wild parties, Bowers leaves no stone unturned in this eye-opening account of his life in Hollywood’s underground world of sex and scandal.

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