Marreese Speights (PF/C, LAC) - NBA Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Blake Griffin will out for 3-6 weeks as he undergoes a knee procedure, so Marreese Speights will see a bump in minutes and production. He has seen limited time when Griffin is healthy, playing an average of 15.5 MPG, which is on par with his career average. That number should jump up into the mid-20s, making him an excellent pickup based on his averages.

In his first season with the Clippers, Speights is averaging 21.2 points, 11.8 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per 36. He is already averaging 15.7 rebounds per 48, good for 24th in the league. It would appear he could be in line for a big spike in value, but enthusiasm should be tempered somewhat. Speights has never seen a huge workload, playing over 20 minutes per game only once in his NBA career (2011-’12 with Memphis). The Clips will likely work Brandon Bass in the rotation, as well, so Speights doesn't necessarily figure to put up Griffin-like numbers despite the projections. Nevertheless, he is a solid big man addition in deep leagues, if you are willing to live with a .437 FG%.