All-Star Week is upon us so it’s just one or two games for every NBA team. Some fantasy leagues take the week off, while others play through it. It’s time to start thinking about the playoffs, so take a look at my Schedule Breakdown column from the Draft Guide and Season Pass, if you’re a subscriber to either one. In the meantime, here are some guys worth a look in your leagues. You can follow me on Twitter by clicking here. 

Games Week 16

2 Games: ATL, BRK, CHI, CLE, DAL, DEN, DET, GSW, HOU, IND, LAC, LAL, MEM, MIA, MIL, MIN, NOP, NYK, OKC, ORL, SAC, SAS, UTA, WAS

1 Game: BOS, CHA, PHI, PHX, POR, TOR

Point Guards

Marcus Smart Celtics 44 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues – Smart appears to be officially starting for the Celtics, and like most rookie points guards, his shooting stinks. But he’s averaging 7.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.0 3-pointers over his last five games. As long as he’s starting for Brad Stevens, you should feel comfortable having him on your roster.

Jordan Clarkson Lakers 18% – Clarkson scored just two points on Wednesday, but bounced back on Friday and is averaging 14.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.8 steals and 1.2 3-pointers over his last five. As long as he’s starting for the Lakers, he’s worth owning. Additionally, Jeremy Lin has been playing better off the bench recently, averaging 9.4 points, 5.8 assists, a steal and 0.8 3-pointers. He’s also worth a look, but I’d rather own one of the other guys on this list right now.

Langston Galloway Knicks 29% – Gallo (Version 2.0) has been up and down like a yo-yo lately, but had 11 rebounds on Friday and 15 points and three 3-pointers on Saturday, meaning he’s heating up again. He’s averaging 9.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.2 3-pointers over his last five, and with the Carmelo Anthony shutdown finally on the horizon, is a guy I’d recommend owning right now.

Brian Roberts Hornets 18% – Kemba Walker is still out indefinitely so Roberts should continue to start until further notice. The numbers aren’t mind blowing, but he’s averaging 8.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 3-pointers over his last five games. I expect him to play better after the break.

J.J. Barea 7% & Devin Harris 12% Mavericks – Rajon Rondo is out through the All-Star break, which means these two cats are still worth a look, at least for the next few games. JJB is averaging 10.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 5.0 assists and a 3-pointer per game over his last five. Harris checks in at 11.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 2.6 3-pointers, and is also worth using in the short term, despite coming off the bench.

Shooting Guards

Jarrett Jack Nets 62% – Jack is still hanging around as the starting point guard over a struggling Deron Williams, and even if he loses his job, could easily just slide over to shooting guard for the Nets. Jack is averaging a whopping 19.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 7.6 assists, a steal and 0.8 3-pointers over his last five games. The only question is, why isn’t he owned in more leagues?

Gerald Henderson Hornets 19% – Henderson has actually been hitting some threes and stealing the ball, as well as a little bit of everything else. He’s averaging 17.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.2 steals, 0.8 blocks and 0.8 3-pointers over his last five. With Kemba Walker for at least another month, and maybe longer, Hendo looks like a must-own player right now. Especially since he’s finally doing other things outside of just scoring some points.

Hollis Thompson Knicks 13% – Thompson has quietly been one of the best no-name players in the league over the past couple weeks, averaging 15.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists, a steal and a whopping 3.4 3-pointers over his last five. While Robert Covington and K.J. McDaniels have gotten most of the attention, Thompson looks like a player that should be owned in way more leagues.

Ramon Sessions Kings 2% – Sessions was finally decent on Saturday with 11 points, four rebounds and five assists in 31 minutes, but hadn’t done much before that, because Darren Collison was playing. Collison’s now out with an abdominal strain and could miss more games after the All-Star break. If you’re in a deep league and desperate for a guard, Sessions could get some nice run over the next couple weeks.

Alan Anderson Nets 2% – Anderson is starting at shooting guard and doing about as well as most of the other wings the Nets have tried, which means he’s been pretty bad. He did have 22 points and three 3-pointers on Wednesday and has made a 3-pointer in six straight games, but is also averaging just 9.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, 0.6 assists, 0.4 steals and 1.6 3-pointers in his last five. Obviously, he’s not a must-own player, but he could get hot and go off in a daily league, so just keep an eye on him in case he continues to start.

Small Forwards

Khris Middleton Bucks 58% – Middleton went crazy in two straight games last Monday and Wednesday, but scored just 10 and 11 points in his next two games. He’s still averaging 15.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 2.4 steals and 1.0 blocks in his last five games. He’s locked and loaded as the starting small forward in Milwaukee and should be one of the top pickups in the leagues where he’s not already owned.

Danilo Gallinari Nuggets 36% – I trust Gallo (Version 1.0) as far as I can throw him, but he is actually playing fairly well, at least in some areas. He’s averaging 12.8 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.2 3-pointers over his last five games, but has no blocks, just one steal and is shooting 34 percent from the floor. If any of those numbers appeal to you, or help your team, go for it. And just be ready for his next injury to sneak up and grab him at any time. I didn’t put the Bucks’ Ersan Ilyasova in this week’s column, but it’s a very similar situation.

Jae Crowder Celtics 2% – Crowder is another guy who has shown some promise in Boston, but then faded into the woodwork. He’s been stepping up his game over the last week though, scoring in double figures in four straight games and averaging 10.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 3-pointers over his last five games. He’s been getting 29 minutes over that stretch, and it’s time to think about grabbing him. 

Evan Turner Celtics 34% – Turner catches a lot of heat from the Rotoworld crew, but if you’re in a points league, where his awful scoring and percentages don’t matter as much, he’s filling a role. Turner is still starting (alongside Smart) and is averaging 5.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, 5.6 assists and1.0 steals over his last five games. Yeah, he’s not going to hit 3-pointers, his scoring is a nightmare, as is his shooting percentage, but in some leagues, he’s worth owning because of the things he actually does well. Especially when you consider how thin the small forward position is in fantasy. Shout out to my man Scwharz for talking me into not hating on Turner all the time.

Lance Thomas Knicks 2% – Thomas went on a bit of a run when he was initially signed by the Knicks, but then limped quietly away. Now he’s back in the mix, scoring 10, 14 and 11 points in his last three games. However, he’s doing almost nothing else, outside of picking up fouls. But the reason I mention him here is that once the “New York Ambassador” for the All-Star Game shuts it down after his big weekend commitment is over, Thomas could end up having some nice games down the stretch. And if you’re not sure whom I’m talking about, it’s Carmelo Anthony. Once his All-Star duties are completed, look for him to shut it down shortly thereafter.

All-Star Week is upon us so it’s just one or two games for every NBA team. Some fantasy leagues take the week off, while others play through it. It’s time to start thinking about the playoffs, so take a look at my Schedule Breakdown column from the Draft Guide and Season Pass, if you’re a subscriber to either one. In the meantime, here are some guys worth a look in your leagues. You can follow me on Twitter by clicking here. 

Games Week 16

2 Games: ATL, BRK, CHI, CLE, DAL, DEN, DET, GSW, HOU, IND, LAC, LAL, MEM, MIA, MIL, MIN, NOP, NYK, OKC, ORL, SAC, SAS, UTA, WAS

1 Game: BOS, CHA, PHI, PHX, POR, TOR

Point Guards

Marcus Smart Celtics 44 percent owned in Yahoo! leagues – Smart appears to be officially starting for the Celtics, and like most rookie points guards, his shooting stinks. But he’s averaging 7.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.6 steals and 1.0 3-pointers over his last five games. As long as he’s starting for Brad Stevens, you should feel comfortable having him on your roster.

Jordan Clarkson Lakers 18% – Clarkson scored just two points on Wednesday, but bounced back on Friday and is averaging 14.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.8 steals and 1.2 3-pointers over his last five. As long as he’s starting for the Lakers, he’s worth owning. Additionally, Jeremy Lin has been playing better off the bench recently, averaging 9.4 points, 5.8 assists, a steal and 0.8 3-pointers. He’s also worth a look, but I’d rather own one of the other guys on this list right now.

Langston Galloway Knicks 29% – Gallo (Version 2.0) has been up and down like a yo-yo lately, but had 11 rebounds on Friday and 15 points and three 3-pointers on Saturday, meaning he’s heating up again. He’s averaging 9.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.2 3-pointers over his last five, and with the Carmelo Anthony shutdown finally on the horizon, is a guy I’d recommend owning right now.

Brian Roberts Hornets 18% – Kemba Walker is still out indefinitely so Roberts should continue to start until further notice. The numbers aren’t mind blowing, but he’s averaging 8.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 3-pointers over his last five games. I expect him to play better after the break.

J.J. Barea 7% & Devin Harris 12% Mavericks – Rajon Rondo is out through the All-Star break, which means these two cats are still worth a look, at least for the next few games. JJB is averaging 10.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 5.0 assists and a 3-pointer per game over his last five. Harris checks in at 11.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 2.6 3-pointers, and is also worth using in the short term, despite coming off the bench.

Shooting Guards

Jarrett Jack Nets 62% – Jack is still hanging around as the starting point guard over a struggling Deron Williams, and even if he loses his job, could easily just slide over to shooting guard for the Nets. Jack is averaging a whopping 19.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 7.6 assists, a steal and 0.8 3-pointers over his last five games. The only question is, why isn’t he owned in more leagues?

Gerald Henderson Hornets 19% – Henderson has actually been hitting some threes and stealing the ball, as well as a little bit of everything else. He’s averaging 17.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.2 steals, 0.8 blocks and 0.8 3-pointers over his last five. With Kemba Walker for at least another month, and maybe longer, Hendo looks like a must-own player right now. Especially since he’s finally doing other things outside of just scoring some points.

Hollis Thompson Knicks 13% – Thompson has quietly been one of the best no-name players in the league over the past couple weeks, averaging 15.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists, a steal and a whopping 3.4 3-pointers over his last five. While Robert Covington and K.J. McDaniels have gotten most of the attention, Thompson looks like a player that should be owned in way more leagues.

Ramon Sessions Kings 2% – Sessions was finally decent on Saturday with 11 points, four rebounds and five assists in 31 minutes, but hadn’t done much before that, because Darren Collison was playing. Collison’s now out with an abdominal strain and could miss more games after the All-Star break. If you’re in a deep league and desperate for a guard, Sessions could get some nice run over the next couple weeks.

Alan Anderson Nets 2% – Anderson is starting at shooting guard and doing about as well as most of the other wings the Nets have tried, which means he’s been pretty bad. He did have 22 points and three 3-pointers on Wednesday and has made a 3-pointer in six straight games, but is also averaging just 9.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, 0.6 assists, 0.4 steals and 1.6 3-pointers in his last five. Obviously, he’s not a must-own player, but he could get hot and go off in a daily league, so just keep an eye on him in case he continues to start.

Small Forwards

Khris Middleton Bucks 58% – Middleton went crazy in two straight games last Monday and Wednesday, but scored just 10 and 11 points in his next two games. He’s still averaging 15.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 2.4 steals and 1.0 blocks in his last five games. He’s locked and loaded as the starting small forward in Milwaukee and should be one of the top pickups in the leagues where he’s not already owned.

Danilo Gallinari Nuggets 36% – I trust Gallo (Version 1.0) as far as I can throw him, but he is actually playing fairly well, at least in some areas. He’s averaging 12.8 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.2 3-pointers over his last five games, but has no blocks, just one steal and is shooting 34 percent from the floor. If any of those numbers appeal to you, or help your team, go for it. And just be ready for his next injury to sneak up and grab him at any time. I didn’t put the Bucks’ Ersan Ilyasova in this week’s column, but it’s a very similar situation.

Jae Crowder Celtics 2% – Crowder is another guy who has shown some promise in Boston, but then faded into the woodwork. He’s been stepping up his game over the last week though, scoring in double figures in four straight games and averaging 10.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 3-pointers over his last five games. He’s been getting 29 minutes over that stretch, and it’s time to think about grabbing him. 

Evan Turner Celtics 34% – Turner catches a lot of heat from the Rotoworld crew, but if you’re in a points league, where his awful scoring and percentages don’t matter as much, he’s filling a role. Turner is still starting (alongside Smart) and is averaging 5.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, 5.6 assists and1.0 steals over his last five games. Yeah, he’s not going to hit 3-pointers, his scoring is a nightmare, as is his shooting percentage, but in some leagues, he’s worth owning because of the things he actually does well. Especially when you consider how thin the small forward position is in fantasy. Shout out to my man Scwharz for talking me into not hating on Turner all the time.

Lance Thomas Knicks 2% – Thomas went on a bit of a run when he was initially signed by the Knicks, but then limped quietly away. Now he’s back in the mix, scoring 10, 14 and 11 points in his last three games. However, he’s doing almost nothing else, outside of picking up fouls. But the reason I mention him here is that once the “New York Ambassador” for the All-Star Game shuts it down after his big weekend commitment is over, Thomas could end up having some nice games down the stretch. And if you’re not sure whom I’m talking about, it’s Carmelo Anthony. Once his All-Star duties are completed, look for him to shut it down shortly thereafter.

Power Forwards

DeMarre Carroll Hawks 66% – Carroll had 12 points, three boards, two assists, two steals and a 3-pointer in Friday’s ‘NBA Finals game’ against the Warriors, and should be thought of as a mini version of Draymond Green. But while Green’s a must-own, must-start player, Carroll plays for a team that would prefer to pass the ball then to shoot it, every single time. Carroll’s averaging 11.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.7 3-pointers on the season, while shooting 47 percent, and is always a guy you can plug into your lineup, if he happens to be available in your league.

Jason Smith Knicks 7% – Smitty, as I like to call him (actually, that’s the first time) had 14 points, 13 rebounds and three assists in 34 minutes on Saturday. He’s also averaging 10.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.4 assists over his last five, and is shooting 49 percent during that stretch. The Knicks are a mess and he’s not a great NBA player, but anything can happen when you’re getting 30-plus minutes a night.

Luc Mbah a Moute Sixers 4% – I still don’t know how or why, but LMM is averaging 12.2 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 0.6 steals and 1.4 3-pointers over his last five games, playing a massive 33 minutes per game. As long as the minutes are that high, the production will follow, just like with “Smitty.”

Cody Zeller Hornets 14% – Zeller went on a nice run but has cooled off of late. He’s averaging just 7.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.0 blocks over his last five. His last three games have been particularly bad, but he should still be locked into solid minutes, and could get hot again after the All-Star break, if not before.

Ryan Kelly Lakers 1% – Kelly made another start on Saturday and blew up for his best game of the season with 20 points, five rebounds, three assists, two steals, a block and five 3-pointers! He actually played pretty well down the stretch last season, and there’s no reason for the Lakers to keep playing Carlos Boozer such heavy minutes. It’s possible that Kelly, along with Ed Davis, could be ready to go on a run, so just keep a close eye on both of them going forward. Prior to Saturday, Kelly really hadn’t done much of anything this season, which is why he’s available in 99 percent of Yahoo! leagues.

Centers

Hassan Whiteside Heat 73% – He missed his last game with his tender ankle, but is averaging a ridiculous 18.3 points, 13.0 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 3.3 blocks in his three February games. I’m going to keep putting him in this column until he’s owned in 80 percent of leagues. We’re finally getting close.

Enes Kanter Jazz 66% – While most of my Rotoworld colleagues are still waiting for Kanter to fail, he keeps defying the odds, and is averaging 12.0 points and 9.2 rebounds over his last five games for the Jazz. Yeah, he’s shooting just 43 percent from the floor and 62 percent from the line during that stretch, but his season-long numbers are at 13.9 points and 7.6 rebounds on 49 percent shooting. Rudy Gobert is still waiting for his starting opportunity, but there’s no reason a guy who can double-double on any night (and has double-doubled in two of his last three games), shouldn’t be owned. But if you’re looking for blocks, you should give up and look elsewhere (like to Gobert).

Rudy Gobert Jazz 59% – Gobert, despite my griping, isn’t going away either, and is averaging 8.6 points, 9.6 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 2.0 blocks in 25 minutes over his last five games. While I don’t like the minutes or his situation, you can’t argue with the numbers. If you want a scorer, Kanter’s the guy. If you want blocks, Rudy can’t fail.

Jusuf Nurkic Nuggets 26% – Nurkic is another guy who’s been up and down like a yo-yo, mixing in good games with duds. The end results are 6.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 1.8 blocks, while shooting just 29 percent over his last five games. If his shots ever start falling, look out.

Alexis Ajinca Pelicans 1% – The fall that Anthony Davis took on his shoulder was no joke and Ajinca stepped up last time he was out. AA had 10 points, four rebounds and a block in 22 minutes on Saturday after Davis went down, and could play well for as long as Davis is out. His arm was in a sling after Saturday’s game, so I don’t expect to see him again until after the All-Star break.

Bonus: Pacers

George Hill 75%, C.J. Miles 22%, Solomon Hill 13%, Paul George 10% – George Hill has scored 20 in two straight and looks really good, Miles had 26 on Friday and has scored in double figures in three straight games with nine 3-pointers, and Solo Hill has hit double figures in three of his last five games (along with a zero- and 5-point night mixed in). George Hill is a must-own, Miles is worth a flier if you’ve got a spot open, and Hill is a deep-league special.

As for Paul George, I initially thought he could possibly return from his broken leg by the end of this month, but early March is looking more like a legit target. If you’re team is safely in the playoffs, or you have room to stash a player, grabbing him now makes sense, as it does appear that he will play this season as long as the Pacers are still in the playoff hunt. They have their work cut out for them though, sitting at just 19-32 on the season, but are still only 2.5 games behind the Heat for the final playoff spot in the East. Stay tuned.