Player Drops and Holds (10/29/2026)
RotoBaller • • sports
Key Points:
- Fantasy basketball managers are advised to be cautious about cutting underperforming players early in the NBA season due to small sample sizes, but also proactive in picking up breakout players from the waiver wire.
- The "Cut List" includes players like Rui Hachimura, Egor Demin, Draymond Green, and Jakob Poeltl, who are underperforming and can be dropped in most league formats.
- The "Watch List" features players such as Mikal Bridges, Jalen Green, and Quentin Grimes who are struggling but still have potential; managers should monitor their performance before deciding to cut.
- The "Hold List" contains players like Josh Giddey, Onyeka Okongwu, and Zach Edey, who may have slow starts but are expected to improve and should not be dropped, even in shallow leagues.
- Injured players such as Keegan Murray, Yves Missi, Ivica Zubac, and Jalen Suggs should generally be held if possible, but managers with limited IR slots may need to prioritize based on recovery timelines and team needs.
