Fantasy Challenge guru Javier Gancedo shares some tips ahead of Round 27
Fantasy tips, Round 27: We're back in business!
Fantasy Challenge
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The February break is over and the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague returns with three months of action, drama, thrills and great basketball. There are still plenty of rounds remaining in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge and as a bonus, there are unlimited trades before Round 27. There are a lot of good opportunities out there. Here are my five recommendations this week:
Dzanan Musa, Real Madrid (11.7 credits)
Musa comes off a fantastic game with his national team which could be a turning point for him. With Kevin Punter sidelined and Dario Brizuela not 100%, Musa has a golden opportunity to play a big role in El Clasico, at home, in what already is a critical game for both teams. I expect a lot from him in Round 27.
Nico Mannion, EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (8.3 credits)
Mannion has been terrific lately and had his best game of the season before the break with 21 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists for a PIR of 27 against Zalgiris. Leo Bolmaro is injured, which should mean even more playing time for Mannion at the exact moment in which things are going his way. All for 8.3 credits!
Kostas Sloukas, Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens (13.6 credits)
From now on, every game is more important than the previous one and Sloukas knows all about the competition. He is playing his best basketball at the right time, averaging 19.3 points on 11-of-19 three-point shooting, 6.0 assists and just 1.3 turnovers for a PIR average of 26.3. The Greens' superstar guard is stepping up!
Joel Bolomboy, Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade (13.4 credits)
There are not many reliable options at the center position, so I recommend taking advantage of unlimited trades and getting Bolomboy, who has been posting solid numbers night in and night out. Over the last three games, Bolomboy has averaged 8.3 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.3 blocks for a PIR of 18.4. Rock-solid numbers to balance your team!
Sylvain Francisco, Zalgiris Kaunas (13.1 credits)
Lonnie Walker left, which means Francisco should see more playing time, responsibilities and freedom to make decisions. He was already playing really in recent weeks. Francisco had 33 points and a PIR of 36 in Round 24 against Bayern and 29 points and a PIR of 27 in Round 26 against Milan. Outstanding!