Fantasy expert Javier Gancedo offers his recommendations in this latest double-round week
Fantasy tips, Rounds 9-10: More games, more chances
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Here comes another double-round week! Everybody wins, as there will be loads of great Turkish Airlines EuroLeague games and a double chance to win in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge.
Instead of going for the obvious superstars, I have some recommendations that could help give you the edge in private leagues and the overall standings. Here are my recommendations for Rounds 9 and 10.
Toko Shengelia, Virtus Segafredo Bologna (14.9 credits)
Toko Shengelia earned October MVP honors last season, but he has taken off later in the current 2024-25 campaign and is playing at his best level of late, averaging 20.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and a PIR of 20.3 in the last three games. After Virtus started out 0-5, Shengelia has come to the fore in recent weeks to help his team improve to a 2-6 record. With against Real Madrid and Panathinaikos this week, expect Shengelia to get a lot of the ball, making him a good option in fantasy.
Carlik Jones, Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade (13.8 credits)
Carlik Jones came close to recording a triple-double last week during Partizan’s loss at Paris, getting 20 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Those are outstanding numbers when your team is limited to 71 points, so expect Jones to stay consistent now that he seems fully adjusted to the competition. His games against Barcelona and Milan should be a strong test.
Shaq McKissic, Olympiacos Piraeus (9.3 credits)
When it comes to the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge, unlike in real-life basketball, Shaq McKissic always lacked consistency. He has improved in that aspect this season, however, getting a double-digit PIR in six out of eight games this season. In the last three, McKissic has averaged 11.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and a PIR of 14.7. Great numbers for less than 10.0 credits, so expect him to keep up this level against ASVEL and Maccabi.
Juancho Hernangomez, Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens (12.7 credits)
Speaking of adjustments, Juancho Hernangomez is showcasing his best basketball this season, making the most out of his versatility and deep range. In the last three games, Hernangomez has posted 12.7 points on 5-of-9 three-pointers, 5.0 rebounds, 1.7 steals and a PIR of 18.3. He has played an average of almost 35 minutes over the last two games and is a good bet heading into games against Maccabi and Virtus.
Trent Forrest, Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz (11.7 credits)
Trent Forrest has adjusted to an existing core of players to become Baskonia's starting point guard this season, showcasing his driving skills and athleticism. He has been playing well lately, getting 22 points and a PIR of 20 against Milan, and reaching 17 points and a PIR of 14 against Barcelona in Round 8. Expect him to do better and better as Baskonia takes on Efes and Monaco – both at home – this week.