For example, you have Mike Dunleavy Jr. and Mo Williams at 2 and 6 (2012-2013 overall fantasy value), overachieving for their respective teams.
Conventional wisdom would say that neither of these guys are number 1 options on their squads and thus should not be counted on to keep this blistering pace in their contributions. Unless monta ellis, bjennings in milwaukee and al jefferson, paul millsap, all decide to fall off the face of the earth, dunleavy and mowill should be coming back down to earth in week 2.
On the other hand, you have players like JJ redick who has always been a role player in the NBA his whole career, but now hes being counted on to produce on a team that needs his scoring and in a system (jacque vaugn's free-flowing offense) where he is thriving.
Here are some historical instances for you to ponder when considering whether or not to keep your eye on Redick. Keep in mind that the guys listed below such as Zach Randolph and Michael Redd were seen as good players but never considered go-to guys until they had their huge years on their dismal lottery teams.
Jamal Crawford and Zach Randolph - NY Knicks - 2007-2008
Al Harrington - NY KNicks - 2008-2009
Michael Redd - Milwaukee Bucks 2002-2003
as you can see, the following season, things changed for Redd:
It's only been 2 games, but JJ Redick has the same opportunity that Crawford had in New York playing alongside Z-bo in 07-08 and with him and Al Harrington in 08-09. Redick probably won't produce like Redd did, but he is worth considering if you are looking to fill a role in that SG position with an emphasis on %'s, 3PTM and low turnovers.
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gmachine picked him up Monday morning after I had this written up on Sunday might. GJ, gabey.
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it was actually the replacements, sorry and good pick-up don.
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