Fantasy basketball: Dr. A's weekly risers and fallers - ESPN

Welcome to this week's roundup of the biggest risers and fallers in fantasy basketball!

As the season unfolds, player performances continue to shake up the rankings and impact fantasy rosters. Whether it's a breakout star making waves or a struggling veteran losing ground, staying ahead of the trends is crucial for your fantasy success.

In this weekly breakdown, we'll highlight the top performers climbing the charts and those whose value is slipping, helping you make smarter lineup decisions.

Luka Doncic, PG, Los Angeles Lakers (100% rostered in ESPN leagues)

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Doncic was clearly shaken by the trade that sent him to the Lakers, and he didn't play very well in his first few games with his new team. His confidence was shaken, but he suddenly looks like the Luka of old. It started with a 32-point, 10-rebound, 7-assist explosion in a win over the Denver Nuggets last Saturday, was bolstered by a 19-15-12 triple-double against the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday, then carried over with a 21-13-5 game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. Doncic is as motivated as any player in the league and is set on going on a tear in the final stretch of the season. He's now LeBron James' quarterback, and the Lakers have their sights set on winning a championship. As long as he can stay healthy, Doncic is going to go off the rest of the way.

Tyrese Haliburton, PG/SG, Indiana Pacers (100% rostered)

Haliburton has been on a bit of a roller-coaster ride this season but is on fire now. He has been arguably the best player in the league over his past four games, and the Pacers are the No. 4 seed in the East as a result.