Boost Your Game with Saddiq Bey: A Guide to Basketball Pickups

Thompson’s fantasy potential is a game-changer

Rookie Ausar Thompson of the Detroit Pistons has shown top-75 fantasy basketball value, paving the way for future growth. This cements him as a must-watch player for fantasy managers in the years to come.

This edition of Pickups of the Day kicks off with a player rostered in over 40% of Yahoo leagues, Saddiq Bey. His inclusion comes amid Jalen Johnson’s injury, making Bey the focus of this column as he’s rostered in 50% of Yahoo leagues.

In Sunday’s game, Bey’s performance wasn’t impressive due to only scoring 7 points, but fantasy managers need not panic. With three games in Week 6, there are plenty of opportunities for Bey to shine, so those who have him rostered shouldn’t worry.

Let’s delve into a few more top pickups from Sunday.

Patrick Williams (28%)

Williams showed promise after being in the starting lineup and delivering a season-high 20 points in the latest game. While the Bulls continue to struggle, Williams’ performance highlights his potential for fantasy managers.

Sam Hauser (17%)

Hauser stepped up in the Celtics’ game, delivering a solid performance with 12 points and four rebounds, making him a worthwhile pickup for game nights.

David Roddy (2%)

Roddy saw increased minutes and showed promise with 11 points, indicating a potential boost in production in the future, making him a standout in fantasy.

Jordan Goodwin (1%)

Goodwin outperformed in the Suns’ game, showcasing his versatility with 14 points, seven rebounds, and five assists, firmly putting him on the radar in deep leagues.