Stephen Jackson Suspended – Fantasy Impact
March 16, 2009 by Stephen Kersey
Filed under NBA Teams, NFL Player Analysis
Stephen Jackson of the Golden State Warriors picked up his 16th technical foul of the season to earn a one-game suspension from the NBA. Jackson’s suspension will keep him out of Tuesday’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Recently, Stephen Jackson has been a very good fantasy basketball player. Over his last five games, Jackson is averaging more than 23 points, more than nine assists and nearly six rebounds. Additionally, he’s shooting well from both the field and from the free throw line.
If you have Jackson on your team, obviously you should sit him for Tuesday’s game if you have the chance. While the Warriors have a lot of players who can replace his production, the leading candidates include Monta Ellis and Corey Maggette. If you want to role the dice, you could pick up Kelenna Azubuike or Anthony Randolph and hope for a big game with Jackson out.
Although Don Nelson has indicated that he may rest some of his veteran players down the stretch, Jackson remains a must start in virtually every format. He turns the ball over and he can be streaky from the perimeter, however he’s too explosive and too productive to sit.
Source: Newscom
