Fantasy Basketball: Paul George delivers vintage performance, plus more takeaways from 2026-27 NBA Opening Night
Fantasy basketball analyst Dan Titus breaks down Opening Night's triple-header.
The 2026-27 NBA season kicked off with a bang in game one, featuring Eastern and Western Conference matchups. In the Eastern Conference, the Pistons emerged victorious, defeating the Celtics with a score of 121-113. Paul George of the Celtics stole the show, scoring 38 points (12-21 FG, 7-8 FT), 5 rebounds, and 3 assists in just 31 minutes. His 7 three-pointers and 5 steals contributed to his 60.5 fantasy points. George's performance was dominant on both ends of the court, setting the tone for a sensational debut.
Jayson Tatum struggled in his first game, shooting just 6-of-23 (0-of-7 from three) for 13 points. However, he still managed 11 assists, 4 rebounds, and 32 fantasy points. It is advised to buy low on Tatum, as his inconsistent shooting will likely lead to some low-efficiency games. Meanwhile, Derrick White and Payton Pritchard provided solid performances, with White recording 17 points, 8 assists, and 1 steal, while Pritchard contributed 17 points and 4 rebounds in 27 minutes.
In the Western Conference, the Thunder secured a 116-104 win over the Spurs. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a remarkable game, recording 32 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals, and 3 blocks in 36 minutes, earning him 60 fantasy points. His usage rate of 33% was impressive, especially considering his limited free-throw attempts.
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