FANTASY
BASKETBALL

An Achilles injury is expected to cost Kevin Durant the entire 2019-20 season which would put him in position to make his Brooklyn Nets debut in 2020-21 at age 32. While there's no reason to believe Durant's game won't age well, it's possible that the next time we see the forward he'll be in a new phase of his career. Avoid him in redrafts and downgrade him accordingly in dynasties.Kevin Durant Profile Page

Much has changed for Anthony Davis since this time last year. The 26-year-old saw his tenure in New Orleans come to an unceremonious end but ultimately got his wish to suit up alongside LeBron James on the Los Angeles Lakers. Davis joins a long line of superstar big men that played for this franchise and will continue to put up world-class fantasy numbers.Anthony Davis Profile Page

Morant will likely get the keys to the Memphis offense from day one after the Grizz dealt Mike Conley to Utah Jazz. There's no reason he can't be a solid contributor at guard for fantasy teams right away, but keep your expectations in check.Ja Morant Profile Page

Hampered by injury and team drama in 2018-19, LeBron James didn't get as much of an opportunity to wow the NBA as he typically has throughout his career. He did, however, still average 27.4 points, 8.5 rebounds and 8.3 assists per game. Those values may drop slightly with Anthony Davis in the picture but he'll also keep things relevant in Los Angeles, which will bring out the best in the 34-year-old King.LeBron James Profile Page

Zion Williamson figures to be one of the most physically dominant players the NBA has seen in ages but that may not translate to superstar numbers out of the gates. Expect Williamson to take some time to adjust to playing against bigger, more athletic opponents but there's no denying that he should be the top rookie taken in drafts this year. Expect along the lines of 19 and 8 in Year 1 with enough steals and blocks to sweeten his per-minute production.Zion Williamson Profile Page