MATCHUP/VALUE: at POR, $5,800
ANALYSIS: Speaking of great upside, Lou Williams is playing against the Portland Trailblazers tonight. He has not broken the 30 fantasy points mark in four straight games, but prior to that, he had over 30 fantasy points in three straight games. In one of those games, against the Oklahoma City Thunder, he posted over 50 fantasy points.
Kobe Bryant is probably going to sit out sooner or later, and if he does tonight, Williams can be used in 50/50 contests. He plays much better when the Black Mamba does not suit up. However, he is still usable in tournaments if Bryant decides to play. He has a great ability to score when he has the basketball, and he is playing big minutes. That is a deadly combination.