Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups: Rising Role Players Due to Injuries
Discover the top fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups with real upside. RotoWire's Mike Barner discusses boosted roles, rising stats and injury-based opportunities to help your team win.Top News
Cooper FlaggDoubtful for ThursdayNBADallas Mavericks
Lauri MarkkanenAnother absence comingNBAUtah Jazz
Devin BookerWon't play ThursdayNBAPhoenix Suns- Cooper FlaggWon't return with ankle injuryNBADallas Mavericks
- Cooper FlaggReturns to action WednesdayNBADallas Mavericks
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