Fantasy expert Javier Gancedo offers his recommendations in the final round before the break
Fantasy tips, Round 8: Head into the mid-season break on a high
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The 2024-25 BKT EuroCup Regular Season is about to enter Round 8, then after that there is a two-week break before the competition resumes in late November.
A lot of players are doing well lately and this week, I will focus on those in the 10-12 credits range in the EuroCup Fantasy Challenge. Here are my recommendations before this upcoming round.
Marko Pecarski, 7Bet-Lietkabelis Panevezys (10.6 credits)
One of the biggest surprises in the EuroCup this season has been the performances of Marko Pecarski. After being away from the competition for five years, he is back and at age 24 is playing some of the best basketball of his career. He is averaging 12.5 points on 73.8% two-point shots, 7.2 rebounds and a PIR of 16.7, while he also earned Round 5 MVP honors.
Jakub Schenk, Trefl Sopot (10.6 credits)
Trefl is still looking for its first win but some of their players have been really solid this season. Jakub Schenk has been one of them, going to the foul line often (4.6 fouls drawn per game) and hitting free throws (94.3%, 33 of 35). He averages 12.9 points, 4.3 assists and a PIR of 13.0 in his first EuroCup season.
Mateusz Ponitka, Bahcesehir College Istanbul (10.6 credits)
Same price, way different profile. Mateusz Ponitka is a well-rounded veteran who keeps showcasing his versatility and overall talent. In the last couple of games, Ponitka has averaged 13.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and a PIR of 17.5. Bahcesehir is 5-1 this season, and Ponitka undeniably is one of its leaders.
Karel Guzman, U-BT Cluj-Napoca (11.9 credits)
Karel Guzman is a human highlight reel and shown why time and time again. His outstanding dunks prevent some people from seeing what a great player he is. Guzman has the numbers to prove it, averaging 15.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.7 steals and a PIR of 17.3 in the last three games. He is set to keep leading Cluj all season long.
Yoan Makoundou, Turk Telekom Ankara (10,7 credits)
Anthony Brown and more recently Braian Angola are getting a lot of credit, but Turk Telekom would not be 4-3 without Yoan Makoundou, a truly all-round big man. In the last three games, Makoundou has averaged 13.0 points on 75.0% two-pointers and 100% free throws, 4.0 rebounds and a PIR of 16.7. He is a force of nature!