To help fantasy basketball managers prepare for dynasty drafts in 2025-26, here are rankings for the eleventh round.
Over the offseason, Cameron Johnson was traded to the Denver Nuggets. The forward’s fantasy value is mostly tied to the offensive categories, and his new team should generate plenty of scoring opportunities for him. The biggest risk of drafting the 29-year-old is injuries, as he’s only played 60+ contests twice in his six-year career.
After suffering an Achilles tear in the playoffs, Damian Lillard is sidelined for all of 2025-26. That’s not encouraging for a 35-year-old, and the injury could impact the rest of his career. Lillard’s numbers have declined, yet he is still a skilled scorer, playmaker, three-point specialist, free-throw shooter and can grab steals. The superstar guard is also returning to the Portland Trail Blazers.
Nikola Vucevic is coming off an unreal season that generated plenty of buzz. However, it’s only a matter of time before he’s traded or falls from his high. Until then, the big man is a double-double threat with very few holes in his game. The 34-year-old makes a solid impact on both ends of the floor, with steals typically being the category in which he lacks.
As a result of playing alongside two stars, DeMar DeRozan’s fantasy ranking fell in his first season with the Sacramento Kings. He remains a great source of percentages while also providing points, assists and some defensive stats. The forward’s biggest weakness is three-point shooting, though he has made minor improvements. Being 36, he’s also nearing the end of his career.
There’s a very good chance that Bub Carrington will be the Washington Wizards’ full-time starting point guard. If so, that will give him plenty of opportunities and help him improve. In that role last season, the 20-year-old offered promising numbers in points, rebounds, assists and threes. Carrington’s efficiency is a work in progress, and he doesn’t offer much defensively.
Sophomore Kyshawn George had a solid first year in the pros, starting over half of his games and receiving ample playing time. The good thing about playing for the rebuilding Wizards is that there will be plenty of opportunities for him to further develop. The 21-year-old impressed most defensively, and he’s shown his ability to knock down the three-ball.
Yves Missi saw plenty of action in his rookie year due to injuries. He nearly averaged a double-double and provided good value in blocks and field goal percentage. Threes and free-throw shooting are his worst areas, which are typical for big men. However, the New Orleans Pelicans added another center in the 2025 draft, which will eat into Missi’s playing time.
18-year-old Khaman Maluach was the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. The Phoenix Suns already have multiple centers, but the rookie is promising enough that he’ll likely receive good playing time off the bench and start when needed. He can provide all of the big man stats and has good shooting splits. However, his offence is a major point of improvement.
It’ll be difficult for Norman Powell to follow up on a career season. Although, he was traded to the Miami Heat over the offseason, where he’ll still play a significant role. The 32-year-old isn’t the most versatile, but his contributions in points, threes and steals with solid efficiency will help his ranking. However, the forward’s struggled with availability due to injuries.
This season, John Collins is suiting up for the Los Angeles Clippers, where he’ll have some more competition for playing time. Still, he’s leaving a tanking team to go to a much better situation. The 27-year-old offers good numbers in points, rebounds, blocks and shooting percentages. The power forward’s biggest weaknesses are assists, threes and steals.
Selected 12th overall in 2025 by the Chicago Bulls, Noa Essengue likely won’t make a fantasy impact for the first few years of his career. The competition for playing time means he’s a stash. The 18-year-old has a long path of development ahead of him, but the talent is there. Most of the forward’s skills lie on the defensive end, and shooting is his biggest point of improvement.
P.J. Washington signed an extension with the Dallas Mavericks and should have a significant workload off the bench. The forward is a good source of stocks, rebounds and points, and can hit a few threes. In his first full season with Dallas, the 27-year-old showcased his ability to step up when needed. However, he’s consistently posted poor shooting splits and assists.
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