Knecht was a First-Team AP All-American and SEC Player of the Year in 2023-24, averaging 21.7 points and 4.9 rebounds per game. He also shot 45.8% from the field and 39.7% from 3-point range for Tennessee last season.

In the landscape of fantasy basketball centers, it's important to remember that Yahoo default leagues have two roster spots reserved for centers. Rebounds and blocks can be found on waivers, but securing a dominant center to anchor your team is a preferred strategy for long-term success.

There may be a change of guard in fantasy basketball, as Victor Wembanyama is viewed by many as the top target in drafts.

Jalen Duren, Pistons: Duren has already established himself as one of the NBA’s best rebounders and a nightly 15-and-15 threat. Injuries shook up his sophomore year, so he could be in line for a mini-leap forward.

Although Zaccharie Risacher was selected with the first overall pick this year, he could struggle to carve out a role as a rookie. Alex Rikleen breaks down which rookies could surprise this season.

There was plenty of change in the Pacific Division this summer, with multiple teams making moves that could significantly impact fantasy basketball.

Which fantasy basketball players are going to exceed expectations in 2024-25? Who will disappoint? Who is ready to take things to an elite level? Our experts list their picks.

The 2024-25 NBA season is fast approaching, so in conjunction with my latest points and category fantasy basketball rankings dropping, it's time to dig into my position-by-position tiers. I've covered the point guards,