Week 5 Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire

By Adam McGill The shortened 2011-12 season is almost reaching its halfway point, making waiver wires more important than ever. This is my weekly compilation of free agents to pick up before your competition: Small Leagues: 8-10 man leagues PG Leandro Barbosa, TOR – The Brazilian is averaging 16.7 points and 1.5 3-pointers a game in the last ten games off the bench.  He adds a spark to a flat Raptors’ offense and is still one of the fastest guys in the NBA. SG O.J. Mayo, MEM – The “Miracle Whip Man” is averaging 14.7 points in the last four games and also added 10 3-pointers, 5 assists, and a perfect 5 of 5 from the charity stripe. SF Richard Hamilton, CHI – Rip finally put the mask back on and started his Bulls’ career off with a bang. He has started five straight games for an injury riddled Bulls’ team, averaging 16.6 points, 4.6 assists, and 2 rebounds per contest. PF Thaddeus Young, PHI – Young will be a steady source of minu...