Nikola Jokic

Jokic produced 39 points (13-27 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 8-11 FT), 15 rebounds, 10 assists, two steals and two blocks in 42 minutes during Monday's 128-125 overtime win over the Rockets.

Jokic wasn't around for the end of Monday's thriller, as he fouled out with 1:23 remaining in overtime. However, the Nuggets were able to get over the finish line, and the three-time MVP finished with a robust stat line. The top-ranked player in fantasy basketball, Jokic has scored at least 30 points in four of his 12 triple-doubles this season. The Nuggets return to action on Thursday when they host the Magic.

Jokic was well on his way to a 12th triple-double of the season, but the nature of Thursday's game got in the way. Denver held a 28-point lead at the end of the third quarter, so there was no need for the three-time MVP to go back into the game. So, Jokic managers will have to settle for his 22nd double-double and tenth game of the season with at least 30 points. Unfortunately for those who have him rostered, the Nuggets don't play again until Monday night against the Rockets.

Murray didn't have a great night shooting the basketball, but he did lead the Nuggets with nine assists. So far, he's had at least nine helpers in seven games this season, something he only did six times in 2024-25. While Murray's fantasy value is not on par with that of teammate Nikola Jokic, he is closing in on first-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats. The Nuggets play three games in Week 9, starting with the Rockets on Monday.

Making his third straight start in place of the injured Domantas Sabonis (knee), Raynaud took on a challenging matchup in the form of Denver's Nikola Jokic. He finished one rebound shy of a double-double and has reached double figures in scoring in four straight games. With Drew Eubanks exiting Thursday's game with a right thumb injury, the Kings will likely need more production from Raynaud as they await Sabonis' return. He's rostered in 23 percent of Yahoo! leagues, and that number may increase ahead of Sunday's game against the Timberwolves.