Luka Dončić delivered a triple-double (26 points, 10 rebounds, 11 assists) as Slovenia beat Belgium 86-69 in EuroBasket play, marking the fourth such feat in the tournament’s history. The performance came as Slovenia needed a win to stay alive after two early losses, and Dončić continued to pace the team with elite per-game numbers through three games (about 33 PPG, 7.3 RPG, 9.7 APG, 3.3 SPG). The moment also underscored his status as a Lakers cornerstone after signing a three-year, $155 million extension, despite a knee scare and summer conditioning focus that included gluten-free dieting. Lakers execs showed public support by watching him in Europe, signaling confidence in his health and development as LeBron James’ future remains uncertain. Slovenia now eyes Iceland as it tries to climb out of the group.

The spotlight on Dončić contrasts with France’s depth, which features four NBA players on the roster (Risacher, Sarr, Coulibaly, Yabusele). The dynamic shapes early-season fantasy narratives: Dončić remains the clear fantasy centerpiece, while France’ cadre provides additional DFS intrigue. The mix of EuroBasket structure, international travel, and the Lakers’ long-term commitment makes this a pivotal stretch for Dončić’s fantasy and real-world value as the season approaches.

France closed its Eurobasket prep with a 92-77 win over Greece in Athens, deploying a mix of NBA-connected talent and seasoned scorers to pace the attack. Maledon led France with 16 while Guerschon Yabusele sparked the opener by drilling three straight threes. Risacher and Coulibaly provided timely spacing and playmaking as France stayed within reach late, with Alex Sarr delivering multiple tough finishes at the rim. Greece relied on Giannis to carry the scoring load, but France seized control in the third and never looked back.

The Knicks pivot into a new season with a clear win now mindset after a deep playoff run. New York fires Tim Thibodeau and turns to Mike Brown to shepherd a refreshed, high ceiling squad that will lean on a familiar core of Brunson, Towns, Hart, Anunoby and Bridges while sprinkling in established veterans. Clarkson and Yabusele were added to bolster a leaky bench, and one roster spot remains as chatter swirls about further upgrades. In a conference softened by injuries to key rivals, New York looks primed to be a top contender in the East.

Miles McBride is identified as a likely trade chip should the Knicks pursue more depth or wing versatility. Clarkson will push for minutes, potentially shrinking McBride's role, while a veteran guard could fill the final roster slot. McBride remains a popular fan favorite whose 3 point shooting keeps him valuable to several teams around the league. The composition hints at a rotation built for a rugged, defense-minded playoff push with enough scoring to balance the talent at the top.

The overarching storyline centers on how the offense harmonizes around Brunson while Towns brings floor spacing and interior presence, with Bridges and Anunoby serving as versatile wings. Clarkson supplies instant scoring off the bench, and Yabusele adds frontcourt depth with multi positional potential. If the right deal lands McBride or another guard, the Knicks could accelerate their ceiling while maintaining a strong defensive identity. The season hangs on fit, minutes, and how quickly new pieces mesh with the core.

Guerschon Yabusele’s NBA journey continues to evolve. After a two-year run with the Celtics and a high-grade EuroLeague stretch with Real Madrid, he returned to the U.S. and earned a spot with the 76ers before signing a two-year deal with the New York Knicks. On a recent Roommates episode, he explained his decision to return to the league, contrasted NBA tempo with European play, and shared hopes for carving out a steady role off Mike Brown’s bench.

Fantasy-minded readers should note his blend of size, scoring versatility, and defense could translate to a reliable deep-league contributor if his minutes land in the mid-teens to low-20s and his shooting from distance improves. His recent Olympic and EuroLeague form suggest upside if he locks into a consistent rotation, especially in matchups that favor multi-positional frontcourt players.

His path—from Boston to Real Madrid to France’s Olympic squad and back to the NBA—illustrates a player who refined his game away from the spotlight and earned another NBA opportunity. The Knicks’ depth chart and camp competition will determine how quickly Yabusele climbs into meaningful minutes, making him a sneaky late-round target for fantasy rosters that chase versatile, high-floor contributions off the bench.