Three Guards to Avoid in High Score Fantasy Basketball

Josh Hart, G/F, New York Knicks

Last season, Josh Hart delivered a solid fantasy performance, averaging 13.6 points, 9.6 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 1.5 steals per game, finishing 40th overall in points leagues. However, this production was largely driven by playing time and opportunity. With Mitchell Robinson returning to the lineup, Hart is expected to move to a sixth-man role, reducing his minutes and touches. Despite a high 1.0 fantasy points per minute, his new bench role limits upside, especially after suffering a back injury in the preseason. Currently being drafted in the fifth round, Hart is a candidate to fade in many formats, including High Score and standard scoring setups.

Jalen Suggs, G, Orlando Magic

While Jalen Suggs is known for his defensive prowess, his outlook has diminished with Orlando’s addition of Desmond Bane. Bane’s presence will likely decrease Suggs’ shot volume and usage, shifting him to a role focused on spot-up shooting and tertiary playmaking. Even if the team speeds up slightly, Suggs’ offensive ceiling remains limited. Though he averaged 16.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in games he played last season, he missed 47 games. In his appearances, Suggs maintained a strong 1.07 fantasy points per minute. Nonetheless, starting-caliber players like Banchero, Wagner, or Bane will see production drops, making Suggs a less appealing target in High Score formats focused on scoring and efficiency.

Jrue Holiday, G, Portland Trail Blazers

Trade to Portland introduces a new environment for Jrue Holiday, but it hasn’t boosted his fantasy appeal. The 35-year-old has seen his offensive impact decline, now taking on a more supportive role leading a young, rebuilding team. His assist rate fell to a career-low 17%, and scoring has dipped below 13 points per game. Holiday’s style now emphasizes stability over upside, posting only 0.82 fantasy points per minute last season. While he remains in the top 100 picks for some formats, this valuation is too high for High Score setups that favor players with higher upside, making him a prudent fade for fantasy managers aiming for explosive contributions.