EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge guru Javier Gancedo shares some tips for the week ahead
EuroLeague Fantasy Tips for Rounds 16-17: A pivotal moment
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Here comes another double-round week in the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague. At the end of it, we will have reached the regular season's halfway mark. It is an important moment for the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge, as everybody will have played every opponent. There are plenty of good opportunities for fantasy managers out there and as always, I have some ideas for Rounds 16 and 17. Here are my recommendations for this double-round week.
Will Clyburn, Virtus Segafredo Bologna (14.9 credits)
Clyburn is clearly on the rise and has quickly adjusted to Coach Ivanovic's demands, winning the game in Vitoria-Gasteiz with a wild four-point play. Over the last four games, Clyburn has been at his best level, averaging 22.5 points and 6.5 rebounds for a PIR of 26.5. Simply unstoppable!
Tyrique Jones, Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade (12.7 credits)
Partizan fans love Tyrique Jones due to his high intensity, outstanding numbers and great connection with Carlik Jones. Over the last three games, Jones has averaged 15.7 points on 16-of-20 two-point shooting and 8.7 rebounds for a PIR of 24.0. Partizan plays at home and Jones feeds off the crowd's energy!
Mbaye Ndiaye, LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne (7.7 credits)
ASVEL needed a X-factor to beat Paris and Ndiaye had an incredible performance, getting 19 points and 6 rebounds for a PIR of 25. He has been playing well all season but has had a PIR of 15 or higher in three of his last five games. At just 7.7 credits, Ndiaye could be the surprise player you need in your fantasy team.
Tamir Blatt, Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv (9.2 credits)
Blatt has left his injury behind and is playing at a high level, passing the ball like never before. In Round 15, Blatt had 10 assists and 2 turnovers. He leads the EuroLeague in assists (8.8 apg.) and has averaged a PIR of 18.5 in the last two games. Blatt is a great option for less than 10 credits.
TJ Shorts, Paris Basketball (18.2 credits)
Shorts has been unstoppable all season and plays two games at home this week. He is the ultimate competitor and surely wants to play well against Real and Fenerbahce, two of the biggest names in the competition. Shorts rarely has bad games, which gives him a great fantasy value. My superstar of choice!