Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire: Best Pickups for New Year’s Week
Fantasy basketball waiver wire picks that leverage recent injuries, expanded roles and schedule quirks. RotoWire's Mike Barner suggests grabbing players like Valanciunas & Dosunmu.
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Won't play Friday
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Out again Friday
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Expected to play Friday
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Won't play Friday
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Continues to progress
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Re-evaluated in two weeks
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