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2026-27 Fantasy Basketball: 8 players we can't stop drafting

The 2026-27 fantasy basketball draft is shaping up to feature several standout players who are already commanding early attention. Domantas Sabonis, the Sacramento Kings’ center, is poised for a breakout season after a franchise rebuild that now includes rookie point guard Darius Acuff Jr.

Sabonis, a dominant rebounder and elite passer, will see increased offensive involvement alongside Acuff, setting up a dynamic two-man game that could elevate the Kings’ competitiveness. His ability to control the paint and distribute the ball makes him a high-value target for fantasy managers looking for consistent production from a big man.

Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder is another name fantasy teams will prioritize, following a season plagued by injuries. When healthy, Williams has the potential to return to his 2022-23 form, averaging 21.6 points per game with strong efficiency and defensive contributions.

With a full offseason to recover, he could emerge as a top-tier scoring option, particularly if his shooting improves from last year’s struggles. Meanwhile, Darius Garland of the Los Angeles Clippers is on track for his best season yet, now that Kawhi Leonard’s departure has cleared the way for him to take on a larger role.

Garland’s usage rate was already high in 2022-23, when he averaged 21.7 points and 8.6 assists per game, and his recovery from a persistent toe injury could further boost his production.

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