Fantasy managers face tough roster choices as injury news shakes up lineups before a packed NBA Friday slate. Can picking up Jalen Smith or Tre Jones unlock a five-game advantage for your squad? Victor Wembanyama’s and Devin Vassell’s statuses loom large for the San Antonio Spurs, while the Charlotte Hornets and Chicago Bulls offer rare streaming potential with five games in seven nights. Find out if Jonathan Isaac’s knee woes and Corey Kispert’s absence create breakout opportunities for under-the-radar players.

Josh Lloyd breaks down essential injury updates, key waiver targets, and sneaky schedule hacks—spotlighting names like Julian Champagnie, Jake LaRavia, and DaRon Holmes. Find out how to maximize streams in categories and points formats, exploit back-to-backs, and why ESPN leagues leave Jalen Smith shockingly available. With team-by-team analysis and actionable advice, this episode arms listeners for tactical success headed into a critical fantasy stretch. Will you seize the edge?

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