2009 - SG Sleepers
Time to look at the guys that provide you with 3s, points and sometimes a handful of steals. Hopefully these guys don't kill your FG% and they should have solid FT% too. As with the PG sleepers, we'll break them apart into three categories.
SURFACE SLEEPERS
Lou Williams (PG/SG - PHI): Sweet Lou could actually classify as a PG sleeper, too. He's the starting PG for the Sixers, a team bereft of a true deep threat (outside of Jason Kapono, who's just a one-dimensional role-player). Williams could average a three per game, 16 points and a handful of assists. His position flexibility helps, and no matter where you slot him, he's gonna get you solid stats.
Ronnie Brewer (UTA): This cat simply gets no love. Now, he doesn't get you 3s, and his FT% isn't especially great, but if you need steals, points and incredible FG% from your backup SG, here's your guy. Plus, he's got a solid amount of upside.
Courtney Lee (NJ): Swaps spots with Vince Carter after breaking out a bit for the Magic. We know that this position will have the opportunity to score, and Lee will bring you good FT%, 3s, and steals. Could be a draft-day bargain.
"NORMAL" SLEEPERS
Anthony Parker (CLE): Delonte West has legal troubles and will likely see a decline in production even if he misses no time. Parker was a solid, under-rated performer on the Raptors and could become a good source of off-the-bench points (or perhaps as a starter if West misses time). He'll grab a handful of boards and could dish out 3-4 helpers each game too. And you know the 3s and FT% will be there.
Anthony Morrow (GS): We realize there are a ton of promising young guards on the Warriors (and a couple nice vets), but Morrow's 2009 stats bear mentioning here. He led the league in 3-point shooting percentage, and nothing points to that changing this year. He could average 1.5 3s with 48% from the field. Plus his FT% is solid and he'll swipe the ball at least once a game, too. Any injury to the stable of guards the Warriors have will only increase his value. Perhaps the very definition of "sleeper".
Kyle Korver (SG/SF - UTA): I just love adding Korver to my yearly sleepers list. All the guy does is knock down 3s (figure 1.5 per), shoot well from the line (bordering on 90%) and get you around 9-10 points per game. Obviously not numbers that would translate into a nightly starter, but pop him in when you need to fill a spot and you'll be happy with the production.
DEEP SLEEPERS
James Harden (OKC): The Thunder is certainly not lacking in the young scoring threat department. Westbrook, Durant and Green will all score 15+ points, not leaving much for Harden. But Harden IS a natural scorer and could easily vulture a couple points from each player, giving him the opportunity for 12-15 a game. And he'll likely rebound well for a SG and could shoot well from the field. There are always rookies that outperform their fantasy draft position; Harden could certainly be one of them.
Charlie Bell (MIL): Bell was a fantasy somebody just a couple years back, and is backing up an aging, injury-prone starter. Bell could be a cheap source of FT%, 3s and steals. Pay careful attention to Michael Redd's health and be ready to pounce if he gets hurt again.
Rashad McCants (FA): Real deep sleeper here. McCants averaged 10.3 points, nearly a steal, and a 3 per game for the Kings in 24 games last year. If he can sign on somewhere to a team that needs some instant offense, he could be a very, very cheap source of points and 3s.
SURFACE SLEEPERS
Lou Williams (PG/SG - PHI): Sweet Lou could actually classify as a PG sleeper, too. He's the starting PG for the Sixers, a team bereft of a true deep threat (outside of Jason Kapono, who's just a one-dimensional role-player). Williams could average a three per game, 16 points and a handful of assists. His position flexibility helps, and no matter where you slot him, he's gonna get you solid stats.
Ronnie Brewer (UTA): This cat simply gets no love. Now, he doesn't get you 3s, and his FT% isn't especially great, but if you need steals, points and incredible FG% from your backup SG, here's your guy. Plus, he's got a solid amount of upside.
Courtney Lee (NJ): Swaps spots with Vince Carter after breaking out a bit for the Magic. We know that this position will have the opportunity to score, and Lee will bring you good FT%, 3s, and steals. Could be a draft-day bargain.
"NORMAL" SLEEPERS
Anthony Parker (CLE): Delonte West has legal troubles and will likely see a decline in production even if he misses no time. Parker was a solid, under-rated performer on the Raptors and could become a good source of off-the-bench points (or perhaps as a starter if West misses time). He'll grab a handful of boards and could dish out 3-4 helpers each game too. And you know the 3s and FT% will be there.
Anthony Morrow (GS): We realize there are a ton of promising young guards on the Warriors (and a couple nice vets), but Morrow's 2009 stats bear mentioning here. He led the league in 3-point shooting percentage, and nothing points to that changing this year. He could average 1.5 3s with 48% from the field. Plus his FT% is solid and he'll swipe the ball at least once a game, too. Any injury to the stable of guards the Warriors have will only increase his value. Perhaps the very definition of "sleeper".
Kyle Korver (SG/SF - UTA): I just love adding Korver to my yearly sleepers list. All the guy does is knock down 3s (figure 1.5 per), shoot well from the line (bordering on 90%) and get you around 9-10 points per game. Obviously not numbers that would translate into a nightly starter, but pop him in when you need to fill a spot and you'll be happy with the production.
DEEP SLEEPERS
James Harden (OKC): The Thunder is certainly not lacking in the young scoring threat department. Westbrook, Durant and Green will all score 15+ points, not leaving much for Harden. But Harden IS a natural scorer and could easily vulture a couple points from each player, giving him the opportunity for 12-15 a game. And he'll likely rebound well for a SG and could shoot well from the field. There are always rookies that outperform their fantasy draft position; Harden could certainly be one of them.
Charlie Bell (MIL): Bell was a fantasy somebody just a couple years back, and is backing up an aging, injury-prone starter. Bell could be a cheap source of FT%, 3s and steals. Pay careful attention to Michael Redd's health and be ready to pounce if he gets hurt again.
Rashad McCants (FA): Real deep sleeper here. McCants averaged 10.3 points, nearly a steal, and a 3 per game for the Kings in 24 games last year. If he can sign on somewhere to a team that needs some instant offense, he could be a very, very cheap source of points and 3s.
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