Cody Zeller (C, CHA) - NBA Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: With Al Jefferson sidelined for at least six weeks with a knee injury, Cody Zeller has seen more action at his natural position of center. In the month of December -- during which Jefferson has played just two games -- Zeller has scored 10.4 points per game on 55% shooting. He also has 5.7 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game. In comparison, he managed 6.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 0.8 assists over 13 games in November. Zeller has a high basketball IQ, and has always found a way to keep up with and even outplay more gifted players. He has been more effective than Frank Kaminsky and Spencer Hawes this year, so as long as he performs, Zeller's playing time will remain favorable. Zeller is an incredibly appealing pickup in deep leagues while Jefferson is out of the starting lineup.