NBA Fantasy Basketball: Victor Wembanyama’s case as the #1 overall pick is up for debate. Should you lock him in as the safest choice, or are there risks fantasy managers need to consider?

Josh Lloyd breaks down the 3rd-year player class, from Wembanyama’s dominance to the breakout potential of Amen Thompson, Brandon Miller, and Scoot Henderson. Josh also examines the roles of Ausar Thompson and other sophomores-turned-3rd-years who could shape draft boards in 2025.

This episode dives into:

Why Wembanyama could be the best fantasy player for the next decade

Which 3rd-year players are primed to jump into top-50 fantasy value

The difference between per-game dominance vs. full-season security

Who to avoid over-drafting despite hype

Get the insights you need to make smarter draft-day decisions and maximize value from this key class of rising NBA stars.

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