One of the most intriguing developments on Sunday came from the Utah Jazz, where rookie Brice Sensabaugh has suddenly burst onto the scene with a scoring explosion.
Sensabaugh dropped 27 points against the Orlando Magic, following up a 34-point performance in his previous outing. That’s a staggering 61 points over two games for a player who had been largely off the fantasy radar. His usage rate has skyrocketed to over 30% in these contests, and he’s been scorching hot from beyond the arc, hitting 12 of 17 three-point attempts.
However, before we rush to add Sensabaugh in all leagues, it’s crucial to examine the context of his breakout. The Jazz were missing several key players, including Lauri Markkanen, John Collins, and Jordan Clarkson. This opened up a significant opportunity for Sensabaugh to showcase his scoring prowess.
While the scoring numbers are eye-popping, it’s worth noting that Sensabaugh’s contributions have been limited almost exclusively to points and three-pointers. In his 27-point game, he recorded zero assists, steals, or blocks. He’s also not getting to the free-throw line, attempting just three free throws over his last four games.
The sustainability of Sensabaugh’s production is questionable. His three-point shooting percentage is bound to regress, and when the Jazz get healthier, his minutes and usage are likely to decrease. That said, he’s shown enough to warrant consideration as a streaming option in deeper leagues, particularly when Utah is shorthanded.
In other news, the Oklahoma City Thunder continue to impress, securing a statement win over the Boston Celtics. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with another stellar performance, but it was the emergence of rookie Cason Wallace that caught my eye. Wallace played 35 minutes in what appeared to be a playoff-like rotation, contributing 13 points, three rebounds, two assists, and two steals.
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