Thought I would write up who I think the top 10 current keepers are in the JBL. I’m going to exclude the rookies from 2019 at this point until we see how they all pan out. So, what’s my criteria? I’m looking at guys that are obviously under-valued compared to what they would go for in our Auction. I’m also factoring in guys who can also be long term keepers. So someone in Year 2 of a rookie deal might be more valuable than someone on an expiring deal and is going back to Auction next season. (IE. 2 years of De’Aaron Fox or 1 final year of Kristaps Porzingis).
Maybe this list will spark some trade talks. Maybe it will give you a sense of who I find valuable in the JBL. Who knows. Anyways. On I go. Let’s count it down from #10 to #1….
#10 – De’Aaron Fox $14 (Golden)
Golden brings back the curly-haired kid for his 2nd season. With a new coach in Sacramento who wants to play faster, Golden is hoping for more improvements from Swipa the Fox. Can he approach 20ppg? Big steals contributor. Good value for Golden.
#9 – Ben Simmons $27 (Idaho)
Simmons is a top end JBL talent. He’s worth way more than this at Auction. He’s in year 4 of his rookie contract so Idaho has him for 2 more seasons (this and 1 more). He’s a 6-category man and definitely a top 15 talent. So, that tells you how much more I like the guys coming up.
#8 – Pascal Siakam $9 (Bangkok)
Pascal is the now the face of the Raptors. His numbers should go up and he could be a 7-category producer. He’s 1/3 of the price of Simmons and still has 2 years on his contract. Bangkok is hoping for big things from the centerpiece of the Zion trade.
#7 – Trae Young $14 (Norfolk)
The long term potential of this kid is trending in the right direction. Could he average 25ppg this season? Maybe. He’ll help your ATO and could really impact the 3PT% category if he gets more consistency. Biggest factor for his ranking is another 4 years on his contract. Great value over the next few years. A cornerstone of the Norfolk franchise.
#6 – Luca Doncic $17 (Brussels)
Love this kid. Fantastic in 4 categories but needs to improve those %’s. His rookie year numbers rivaled MJ’s so the potential for stardom is great. Another 4 years in Brussels I’m sure. Superstar potential in my books.
#5 – Bam Adebayo $15 (Chilliwack)
Benny had a party when Whiteside was traded to Portland. The ‘Free Bam’ chants finally worked. The big fella manning the middle in Miami is likely a 6 category stud with 3 years left on his contract. Should be a double-double machine this season and could approach the famed ‘triple-triple’ (100 steals, 100 blocks). I have high expectations for Bam.
#4 – Jaren Jackson Jr. $15 (Brussels)
The prize acquisition in Brussels last season. His potential is off the charts. Many see a Defensive Player of the Year in his future. He could be a 6 category player this season and has another 4 years on his contract. Bookend building block with Doncic for Team Brussels.
#3 – Mitchell Robinson $8 (French Lick)
This kid is a stud in the making. A shot-blocking extraordinaire. He’s a 4-cat stud right now but plays for Fizdale and the Knicks who have umpteen Power Forwards and big men and that does cause me some concern. That said, he’s got 4 years left on his rookie contract and is only $8 bucks this season. Defensive dynamo!
#2 – DeAndre Ayton $20 (Idaho)
Last year’s #1 pick had a quietly spectacular first NBA season. With a new coach in town, Ayton is projected for big things in 19/20. Could be average 20 and 10? He’s a potential 5 category stud and he’s on the books for another 4 years. Big time cornerstone piece.
#1 – Karl-Anthony Towns $35 (Chilliwack)
Maybe a controversial choice here because he’s in the 5th and final year of his contract. However, I think KAT could be the #1 fantasy player and whatever we see Giannis and AD go for at Auction – that’s what KAT is worth and more. So, we’re likely looking at least $85+ dollars – so KAT is HUGE savings at just a $35 dollar salary. He’s a 6 category monster who doesn’t miss any games. He’s the #1 keeper going into the 19/20 season.
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