
Vassell continues to benefit from the addition of De'Aaron Fox. In three games since Fox was acquired by the Spurs, the 24-year-old shooting guard has 15, 20 and 25 points. Vassell has shot over 50 percent from the field in two of three games since San Antonio acquired Fox and continues to be heavily involved in the offense. Fox has sped up the Spurs offense, which has led to more attempts for Vassell.
One night after having his high school jersey number retired, Vassell had a productive night in Atlanta. The points and steals were excellent, especially for a player who has offered 11th-round value in 8-cat formats over the past two weeks. Vassell is one of the players who may benefit from the addition of De'Aaron Fox, even though it is likely that his usage will take a hit. He attempted 18 shots against the Hawks, a positive sign for Vassell regarding his involvement in the offense.
The Spurs are without Victor Wembanyama, who will sit out Saturday's game due to illness. However, Bassey will replace him in the starting lineup, not Zach Collins. Bassey's physicality can potentially be an asset against Bam Adebayo, and being allowed to start makes him worth a look in deep leagues. San Antonio's other four starters are unchanged.
The Spurs offense was disjointed with Victor Wembanyama (illness) out. Vassell led the team with 22 shot attempts, but was hardly efficient. The 24-year-old shooting guard was 8-of-22 from the field including 1-of-10 from behind the 3-point line. He ranks just outside the top-100 in fantasy value this season. Vassell's managers may have to worry about his playing time if the Spurs acquire De'Aaron Fox next week.
Ranked just outside the top 100 in 8-cat formats for the season, Vassell's production has increased recently. Over the past two weeks, he's averaged 18.8 points, 3.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 0.8 steals, 1.2 blocks, and 3.4 3-pointers per game while shooting over 46% from the field. That production has been good for 6th-round value, three rounds better than his season-long production. Managers who have Vassell rostered may be a bit nervous, given the recent De'Aaron Fox/San Antonio rumors. Still, there's no guarantee he's traded to San Antonio (or the Kings will make a move before the February 6 deadline).