Tuesday's Small Forward Value Rankings
Here are theScore's small forward value rankings for Tuesday, March 22:
Value Rankings
PG | SG | SF | PF | C
Top Options
| Name | Opponent | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Michael Beasley (HOU) | at OKC | 10 |
| Dante Cunningham (NO) | vs. MIA | 9 |
| Matt Barnes (MEM) | at LAL | 9 |
| Joe Johnson (MIA) | at NO | 9 |
| Lance Stephenson (MEM) | at LAL | 8 |
Beasley is averaging an incredible 17.8 points and 7.0 rebounds in just 21.7 minutes in his past six games. In limited minutes he's returning near-elite value at a bargain price. Cunningham comes at an even more discounted price, and he played 40 minutes in his most recent game, without PFs Anthony Davis and Ryan Anderson. He's a great option again if Anderson sits.
Best of the Rest
| Name | Opponent | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Luol Deng (MIA) | at NO | 7 |
| Kevin Durant (OKC) | vs. HOU | 7 |
| Luke Babbitt (NO) | vs. MIA | 6 |
| Tony Allen (MEM) | at LAL | 5 |
Deng will have a good chance at a double-double against the recently-depleted Pelicans' frontcourt. Durant is an elite option if healthy for Wednesday's game, but he's at risk with a questionable status. Babbitt is an upside play at a bargain cost while being forced into a starting role.
Nothing to See Here
| Name | Opponent | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Trevor Ariza (HOU) | at OKC | 3 |
Beasley's emergence is taking away from Ariza's offensive opportunities. He hasn't attempted more than 11 field goals in any of his past four games, finishing with a high of 16 points and a low of seven points in his most recent game.