Fantasy basketball tips and projections for Tuesday - ESPN

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Monday's five-game schedule featured a no-show from the Los Angeles Lakers and some star performances from the Philadelphia Sixers' high-scoring duo, but when we focus the lens on fantasy outcomes, a rookie for the Utah Jazz is highlighted.

Keyonte George has averaged nearly seven assists in his nine starts for the Jazz this season. Last night he flashed some scoring potential with a career-high 19 points in a close win over the New Orleans Pelicans. George has scored at least 15 points in three straight games and clearly has the trust of the Jazz staff. However it's taking longer for fantasy managers to buy in; he is still a free agent in 90% of ESPN men's basketball leagues.

We also saw a unique renaissance showing from Denver Nuggets big man DeAndre Jordan, who started in place of Nikola Jokic (rest). Jordan posted a massive double-double in an upset win over his former team, the LA Clippers. However, he is not the player I'd target from that roster, as fellow former Clippers Reggie Jackson (7.7%) is the name