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Brown delivered 25 points (9-15 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds, five assists and a steal across 33 minutes in Monday's 126-107 win over the Bulls.

Brown grabbed a season-high mark in rebounds and also dished out five assists, ending just one away from his season-best output. His scoring has been inconsistent, and this is only the second time he's scored at least 25 points. Some regression compared to his Boston days, and especially last season, was due to the fact that the Sixers offense now has to go through several players and not just him, as it was the case in 2025-26 with the Celtics. He's still posting a respectable line of 20.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.3 steals per game, though.

James finished with 15 points (6-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds, nine assists and a steal across 31 minutes in Monday's 126-107 win over the Bulls.

James has yet to score more than 20 points in a game this season, but he's still adding value elsewhere -- he finished just one assist shy of a double-double while grabbing seven rebounds. James' relatively modest scoring output reflected Philadelphia's balanced offensive approach, although his playmaking and rebounding continue to provide a dependable fantasy foundation. Through six games, James is averaging 16.2 points, 7.0 rebounds and 7.3 assists per game.

Smith registered 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds and four assists across 28 minutes in Monday's 126-107 loss to the 76ers.

Smith provided efficient interior scoring and useful contributions on the glass while coming close to matching his season-high assist total. This was Smith's fifth double-digit scoring performance this season, and he has also recorded at least seven rebounds five times. His scoring and rebounding will drive his fantasy appeal on a young Chicago roster.

Giddey tallied 13 points (5-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, 10 assists, a steal and two blocks across 32 minutes in Monday's 126-107 loss to the 76ers.

Giddey compensated for inefficient shooting with double-digit assists and three steals-plus-blocks, delivering useful fantasy production despite Chicago's struggles. His 10 assists were particularly encouraging given his relatively modest scoring output, making it the third time Giddey has dished out at least 10 assists this season in seven appearances. Giddey's role as the Bulls' primary facilitator continues to support his fantasy value, although inconsistent shooting and fluctuating rebounding totals can limit his ceiling. That said, he's trending in the right direction after averaging 11.8 points, 7.5 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game over his last four contests.

Powell posted 18 points (5-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 7-11 FT), three rebounds and two steals across 29 minutes in Monday's 126-107 loss to the 76ers.

Powell struggled with his shooting efficiency, and his lack of assists also limited his fantasy production. However, despite the inconsistency in his scoring numbers, there's a solid floor since Powell has scored at least 15 points in every game so far -- and he's reached the 20-point threshold twice. He should remain one of Chicago's go-to players on offense alongside young starlets Matas Buzelis and Caleb Wilson.

Shamet notched 22 points (6-8 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), a rebound and an assist across 30 minutes in Monday's 103-90 win over the Nets.

Shamet delivered his best scoring performance of the season, leading New York with 22 points while converting four three-pointers and all six free-throw attempts. His 30-minute workload off the bench was encouraging, particularly with the Knicks relying on his perimeter shooting off the bench, and he seems to have a steady role as one of the main backups in the backcourt. However, his limited contributions outside scoring make him a specialized fantasy option whose value depends heavily on shooting efficiency and playing time.

Towns finished with 11 points (4-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 16 rebounds and five assists across 35 minutes in Monday's 103-90 win over the Nets.

Towns struggled offensively, failing to score in the first half before finishing with 11 points. However, his 16 rebounds and five assists helped compensate for the disappointing scoring output. Towns continues to provide substantial fantasy value through rebounding and playmaking, and his scoring has been solid for the most part. While this 11-point performance was a season-low mark, he had scored at least 19 points in each of his previous six showings.

Anunoby delivered 18 points (4-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block across 38 minutes in Monday's 103-90 win over the Nets.

Anunoby played a pivotal role in New York's fourth-quarter comeback, connecting on consecutive three-pointers early in the period to erase Brooklyn's lead. His three combined defensive stats also strengthened his fantasy production, while the 38-minute workload reinforced his importance to the rotation. Anunoby's combination of perimeter shooting and defensive contributions provides a dependable fantasy foundation, and his scoring numbers have been very good -- he has notched at least 18 points in four of his last six appearances.

Brown tallied 13 points (5-13 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and three assists across 27 minutes in Monday's 103-90 loss to the Knicks.

Brown struggled with his shot once again, and while he scored in double digits for the third game in a row, his efficiency issues are becoming impossible to overlook. Brown remains an intriguing developmental fantasy option, although inconsistent perimeter shooting and modest defensive contributions limit his reliability in standard formats. In five outings, he's shooting just 29.8 percent from the floor and 25 percent from deep, but at least he's scored in double digits in three games in a row.

Porter registered 18 points (6-13 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block across 37 minutes in Monday's 103-90 loss to the Knicks.

Porter maintained a substantial offensive role, attempting 11 three-pointers after taking 10 against Indiana on Sunday. His 37-minute workload and consistent perimeter volume remain encouraging, although his rebounding production declined from nine to five boards. Porter continues to provide reliable scoring and rebounding, and his role as the No. 2 option on offense behind Julius Randle gives him a steady fantasy floor.