2026 Fantasy Basketball Rankings: Top Players and Potential Sleepers

Winning a fantasy basketball league requires a blend of star power, solid support players, and potential sleepers, coupled with a touch of good health. As the NBA preseason unfolds, strategizing for a championship run begins with understanding player rankings and identifying key sleeper picks.

**Top 30 Points League Rankings**

1. Nikola Jokić, C, DEN

2. Luka Dončić, PG/SG, LAL

3. Victor Wembanyama, C, SAS

4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, PG, OKC

5. Giannis Antetokounmpo, PF/C, MIA

6. Cade Cunningham, PG/SG, DET

7. Anthony Edwards, PG/SG/SF, MIN

8. Jalen Johnson, PF, ATL

9. Tyrese Maxey, PG/SG, PHI

10. Donovan Mitchell, PG/SG, CLE

11. Jayson Tatum, SF/PF, BOS

12. Cooper Flagg, SF/PF, DA

13. Scottie Barnes, SG/SF, TOR

14. Jalen Brunson, PG, NY

15. Josh Giddey, PG/SG, CHI

16. Devin Booker, PG/SG, PHO

17. Tyrese Haliburton, PG/SG, IND

18. Kevin Durant, SF/PF, HOU

19. Trae Young, PG, WAS

20. Karl-Anthony Towns, C, NY

21. Alperen Şengün, C, HOU

22. Amen Thompson, SG/SF, HOU

23. James Harden, PG/SG, CLE

24. LaMelo Ball, PG, MIN

25. Bam Adebayo, PF/C, MIA

26. Kawhi Leonard, SF/PF, TOR

27. Jalen Duren, C, DET

28. Deni Avdija, SF/PF, POR

29. Pascal Siakam, PF, IND

30. Stephen Curry, PG, GSW

**Sleeper Picks**

*Ajay Mitchell, PG/SG, Oklahoma City Thunder*

Mitchell is an intriguing sleeper option with his draft cost likely remaining below the top 100. Last season, he averaged 18.9 points, 5.0 assists, and demonstrated efficiency with a shooting percentage of 48.5% overall and 87% from the free-throw line. With the Thunder’s roster changes, he is expected to see an increase in playing time, which could elevate his production.

*Quentin Grimes, SG/SF, Los Angeles Lakers*

Grimes is expected to secure a starting role on a Lakers team poised for strong offensive performance. Despite a previous reserve role, he averaged over 13 points per game with three-plus assists and shot 45.9% from the field. Playing alongside stars like Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves could maximize his scoring opportunities. With a proven track record as a three-point shooter, Grimes is positioned to contribute across various statistical categories at a reasonable draft price.