Houston’s double-big burst with Alperen Şengün and Steven Adams redefines the Rockets’ ceiling, pairing elite rebounding with bruising interior defense. The league is chasing size, from Jokic-Valančiūnas in Denver to Orlando’s Carter Jr./Wagner/Banchero front line, while Udoka nods to Spurs and Celtics precedents. Durant lauds the versatility, yet spacing remains a concern as 3-point gravity and injuries shape early-season fantasy math.

Five safest targets for 2025 fantasy basketball anchor rosters: Jokic dominates across points, rebounds, assists, and efficiency with exceptional durability. Edwards delivers high-volume scoring and multi-category impact. Sabonis posts consistent double-doubles with solid efficiency. Derrick White provides reliable multi-category production in a reshaped Boston lineup. Coby White offers a high floor and solid three-point volume in Chicago. These safe bets form a strong foundation.

Denver’s title plan centers on Jokic, but the front office is weighing a five-year, roughly $140 million extension for Christian Braun after a breakout season to keep the core intact amid a high-salary roster.

Braun posted 15.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.1 steals on a blistering 66.5% true shooting, with 38.4% from three, highlighting his rise as a two-way contributor. The discussion sits alongside Dyson Daniels’ defensive profile and cap dynamics illustrated by Seth Curry’s Warriors shift, signaling how Denver threads extension value with market realities.