61 through 70 on the Top 100 fantasy board brings a health-tinged mix of sure bets and high-upside bets. Paul George sits in the injury-prone zone, while Deni Avdija could blossom with extra usage in Portland. Zach LaVine remains a reliable scoring anchor, Cam Thomas and Kobe White duke it out for guard upside, and Deandre Ayton looks primed for a productive Lakers setup. Nikola Vucevic, Julius Randle, and RJ Barrett offer solid floor with varying risk, while Kobe White and Scoot Henderson bring safer floors with room to grow. Zion Williamson looms as a high-usage engine in New Orleans, and Brandon Ingram anchors Toronto’s hypothetical, swingy mix. Emanuel Quickley, Scotty Barnes, and RJ Barrett cap the tier with multi-position appeal and distribution upside.

LeBron James's recent decision to exercise his player option worth $52.6 million for the 2025-2026 season has left many pondering his future with the Los Angeles Lakers. According to Rich Paul, LeBron is focused on competing for a championship while the Lakers shift towards rebuilding. This leaves the door open for potential trades, with several teams eyeing the star. Notably, teams like the Denver Nuggets and Golden State Warriors are emerging as locations of interest for a possible trade, though LeBron's hefty salary complicates matters. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves have secured Julius Randle with a new contract, indicating their intent to maintain a competitive roster next season.

Oklahoma City's recent playoff performance has been nothing short of remarkable, as they now lead their series 3-1 after a nail-biting win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Despite the Timberwolves' star players, Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle, combining for just 21 points, Minnesota managed to stay competitive through opportunistic shooting and contributions from role players. The Thunder's Jaylen Williams emerged as a key player, particularly in crunch time, showcasing the depth and talent of OKC. Minnesota's struggles in securing rebounds and managing turnovers proved costly, leading to questions about their ability to turn the series around.

As the playoffs progress, the spotlight remains on Oklahoma City's ability to sustain their momentum and potentially close out the series in the upcoming games. With game five looming, the Timberwolves must significantly improve their offensive execution, particularly from Edwards, who has yet to match his regular-season performances. The Thunder's defensive prowess and disciplined play will continue to challenge Minnesota, raising stakes for both teams as they navigate the rest of the series.