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Fantasy Basketball Drop List

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Our staff breaks down which players are safe to leave in the free agent pool and give up on across various league sizes in fantasy basketball.

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Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) drives to the basket during the third quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

Roster Reboot: Friday’s Fantasy Basketball Drops

 Mar 27th 11:38 AM EDT

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Mar 14, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta (88) reacts after being called for a foul against the Washington Wizards during the first half at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Fantasy Basketball Players to Consider Dropping Now

 Mar 24th 11:17 AM EDT

#drops #injuries

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Feb 5, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) dribbles against the Atlanta Hawks in the third quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Top Fantasy Basketball Players to Drop as Injuries Mount Late in Season

 Mar 20th 8:31 AM EDT

#drops #injuries

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Mar 14, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; LA Clippers guard-forward Bennedict Mathurin (9) dunks against Sacramento Kings forward Precious Achiuwa (9) during the second quarter at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

Players to Drop in Fantasy Basketball Right Now

 Mar 18th 9:40 AM EDT

#drops #injuries

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Mar 10, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson (45) looks to pass the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Fantasy Basketball Players to Consider Dropping Right Now

 Mar 12th 11:19 AM EDT

#injuries #drops

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Mar 24, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) pumps his fist after the Celtics made a basket at the end of the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Jayson Tatum Returning Soon: What It Means for the Celtics and Fantasy Basketball

 Mar 5th 1:57 PM EST

#drops #injuries #waivers

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Feb 24, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Washington Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) goes to the basket over Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson (1) during the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

4 Fantasy Basketball Players You Can Drop Right Now

 Mar 5th 10:39 AM EST

#drops #injuries

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Feb 22, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson (23) drives to the basket against Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) in the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Fantasy Basketball Roster Decisions: Four Players to Drop

 Mar 3rd 9:28 AM EST

#drops #injuries

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Feb 23, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots as Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson (45) defends during the first quarter at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Time to Cut Ties? Fantasy Basketball Players Losing Steam

 Feb 27th 9:07 AM EST

#drops #injuries

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Feb 11, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard/forward Dillon Brooks (3) goes for a shot against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5)during the first half of the game at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Arianna Grainey-Imagn Images

Injuries Spark Mass Drops: Fantasy Basketball’s Latest Roster Cuts

 Feb 24th 12:48 PM EST

#drops #injuries

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Feb 9, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabaté (14) is held back by guard Sion James (4) engaging with Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Fantasy Basketball Drop Candidates: Who to Cut Before the All-Star Break

 Feb 12th 10:24 AM EST

#drops #injuries

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Feb 4, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson (45) dribbles against Sacramento Kings forward De’Andre Hunter (15) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Adds and Drops After Latest NBA Trades

 Feb 5th 11:58 AM EST

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CHW @TOR 03:07 EDT EST
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CLE vs PIT 01:10 EDT EST
DET @LAA 10:07 EDT EST
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SEA vs SF 08:08 EDT EST
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