Fantasy Basketball: Top Performers from January 27, 2014

Jan 27, 2014; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets small forward Paul Pierce (34) shoots over Toronto Raptors power forward Amir Johnson (15) during the third quarter at Barclays Center. Toronto Raptors win 104-103. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports /

Jan 27, 2014; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Gerald Green (14) dunks during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Suns defeated the Sixers 124-113. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports /

Green continues to see plenty of playing time for the injured Eric Bledsoe although he’s struggled to put up consistent numbers. Last night was the good Green as he scored 30 points in just 28 minutes on a scorching 10-12 from the field and 4-5 from long range. He added little in the way of other stats–two rebounds, two assists, three blocks, and a steal–but his man fantasy value has always been his scoring ability when his shots are falling which they were last night in Philadelphia.

Carlos Boozer-Chicago Bulls

Boozer had a nice multi-category night last night for his owners scoring 20 points against Minnesota while adding 14 rebounds, five assists, and three steals. Part of his increased production was due to the absence of Joakim Noah, so don’t expect this to be the new norm although it’s definitely nice when you can get it.

Jason Thompson-Sacramento Kings

Jan 27, 2014; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward Jason Thompson (34) shoots during the first half against the Utah Jazz at EnergySolutions Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports /

Thompson gets the sleeper-of-the-day status for last night’s performance after being featured in the Top Ten Waiver Wire Pickups for the week. Last night he lived up to his spot pulling in 11 rebounds giving him three double-digit games in a row. He also made 7-10 from the field and added two blocks and an assist to his 19 points. He is still owned in just 4% of ESPN leagues and should continue to put up solid numbers while DeMarcus Cousins remains sidelined.

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