Alright, another season in the books, and we're already looking ahead to 2025-26. The point guard world is always shifting, but a few things feel pretty cemented. You want to win your fantasy league? You gotta nail this spot. Here’s my early look at the top 20 fantasy point guards for next season, keeping in mind average fantasy points per game (per Yahoo standard scoring), what categories they dominate, how much they scare me with injuries, and any schedule bumps that might matter.
The Elite Tier: Set Your Watch To It
1. **Luka Dončić (DAL)**
* *FP/G:* 58.5
* *Strengths:* Points, Assists, Rebounds, 3PM
* *Injury Risk:* Low-Moderate (ankle tweaks, but plays through)
* *Schedule:* Usually solid, Dallas often avoids major back-to-back clusters thanks to their national TV draw.
* Look, he's a cheat code. The man averaged 33.9 points, 9.8 assists, and 9.2 rebounds last year. That’s MVP stuff. He's the focal point, the primary ball-handler, and he racks up triple-doubles like it's his job. Because it is.
2. **Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC)**
* *FP/G:* 56.0
* *Strengths:* Points, Steals, FT%
* *Injury Risk:* Low (missed 8 games last year, mostly minor)
* *Schedule:* OKC has a young roster, often gets favorable early-season schedules.
* SGA is a scoring machine who gets to the line eight times a game, hitting 90% of them. He also led the league in steals with 2.0 per game. The Thunder are only getting better, and his usage isn't going anywhere.
3. **Tyrese Haliburton (IND)**
* *FP/G:* 52.0
* *Strengths:* Assists, 3PM, Steals, FG% for a guard
* *Injury Risk:* Moderate (hamstring issues have lingered)
* *Schedule:* Indy often gets a few 4-game weeks, especially around the new year.
* When he's on the court, he's a top-5 fantasy guy, no question. The league-leading 10.9 assists and 2.8 threes a game are just absurd. But those hamstrings... that's the only thing keeping him from being a consensus top-2.
4. **Jalen Brunson (NYK)**
* *FP/G:* 48.5
* *Strengths:* Points, FT%, Assists
* *Injury Risk:* Low (played 77 games last season)
* *Schedule:* Knicks typically have a few tough stretches with travel, but also some good home stands.
* Brunson became a legitimate superstar. His 28.7 points and 6.7 assists are undeniable. The Knicks' offense runs through him, and he handles the pressure beautifully. He’s safe as houses.
5. **Trae Young (ATL)**
* *FP/G:* 47.0
* *Strengths:* Points, Assists, 3PM
* *Injury Risk:* Low-Moderate (ankle sprains, finger surgery last year)
* *Schedule:* Atlanta often gets a relatively balanced schedule.
* He puts up numbers, period. 25.7 points and 10.8 assists is his baseline. The field goal percentage can be a killer in some formats, but in points leagues, he’s golden. The finger injury last year was a freak thing, not a chronic issue.
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6. **Anthony Edwards (MIN)**
* *FP/G:* 45.0
* *Strengths:* Points, Steals, 3PM
* *Injury Risk:* Low (very durable)
* *Schedule:* Minnesota sometimes has brutal West Coast swings.
* Ant-Man is taking another leap. His 25.9 points and 5.4 rebounds are solid, but it's the 2.4 threes and 1.3 steals that make him shine. He's growing into a complete fantasy asset.
7. **De'Aaron Fox (SAC)**
* *FP/G:* 44.5
* *Strengths:* Points, Steals, Assists
* *Injury Risk:* Moderate (ankle and knee tweaks often sideline him for a few games)
* *Schedule:* Kings can get a few lighter stretches, especially in the middle of the season.
* The speed demon averaged 26.6 points and 1.9 steals. The assists dipped a bit to 5.6 as Sabonis took on more playmaking, but Fox remains an elite scorer and disruptive defender.
8. **Damian Lillard (MIL)**
* *FP/G:* 43.0
* *Strengths:* Points, 3PM, FT%
* *Injury Risk:* Moderate-High (age and groin/calf issues)
* *Schedule:* Milwaukee usually has a well-distributed schedule.
* Dame isn't what he once was, but he still drops 24.3 points and 7.0 assists. The 3.2 threes are elite. The concern is missing chunks of games, which happened last season. Still, when he plays, he produces.
9. **Jamal Murray (DEN)**
* *FP/G:* 42.0
* *Strengths:* Points, Assists, 3PM
* *Injury Risk:* Moderate (long history, but played 70+ last year)
* *Schedule:* Denver's altitude can make back-to-backs tough for opponents, but not always for them.
* He's the undisputed Robin to Jokic's Batman, putting up 21.2 points and 6.5 assists. The 2.4 threes are a nice bonus. If he can stay healthy for a full season, this ranking will look low.
10. **Stephen Curry (GSW)**
* *FP/G:* 41.5
* *Strengths:* 3PM, Points, FT%
* *Injury Risk:* Moderate-High (age, missed 26 games last year)
* *Schedule:* Warriors are a national TV staple, often means lighter B2B.
* The greatest shooter ever still bombs 4.8 threes a game, alongside 26.4 points. But he's 37 next season. How many games can he actually play? That’s the worry. If he misses 25+ games, he slips.
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11. **Tyrese Maxey (PHI)**
* *FP/G:* 40.0
* *Strengths:* Points, 3PM, FT%
* *Injury Risk:* Low (played 70+ games)
* *Schedule:* Philly often has a balanced schedule.
* With Embiid in and out of the lineup, Maxey stepped up big time: 25.9 points, 6.2 assists, 2.7 threes. If Harden is truly gone and Embiid stays healthy, Maxey has another gear.
12. **Darius Garland (CLE)**
* *FP/G:* 39.0
* *Strengths:* Assists, 3PM, FT%
* *Injury Risk:* Moderate (jaw fracture, ankle issues)
* *Schedule:* Cavs often get a few 4-game weeks.
* Averaged 18.0 points and 6.4 assists last season. The 2.4 threes are solid. The main question is consistency and whether he can stay on the floor. If Donovan Mitchell is traded, Garland's upside shoots up.
13. **Victor Wembanyama (SAS)**
* *FP/G:* 38.5
* *Strengths:* Blocks, Rebounds, Steals, Points (all-around defensive monster)
* *Injury Risk:* Moderate (rookie year, managed minutes, still growing into frame)
* *Schedule:* Spurs often have lighter schedules.
* Yeah, he's not a pure PG, but he's listed as SF/PF/C and handles the ball a ton. His 21.4 points, 10.6 rebounds, 3.6 blocks, and 1.2 steals are unprecedented. He will be playing point-center more and more, and his assists will climb from 3.9. This is a bold take, but he’s a point guard in everything but name.
14. **Fred VanVleet (HOU)**
* *FP/G:* 37.0
* *Strengths:* Assists, Steals, 3PM
* *Injury Risk:* Low-Moderate (durable, but missed 17 games last year)
* *Schedule:* Houston's schedule is often a bit spread out.
* Reliable veteran, put up 15.6 points, 8.1 assists, 1.4 steals, and 2.5 threes. He’s not flashy, but he gets the job done across categories.
15. **Paolo Banchero (ORL)**
* *FP/G:* 36.5
* *Strengths:* Points, Rebounds, Assists
* *Injury Risk:* Low (played 80 games last year)
* *Schedule:* Orlando often gets favorable East Coast schedules.
* Another non-PG by trade, but he's handling the ball 30% of the time, functioning as a primary playmaker. His 22.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 5.4 assists are a huge leap. If his usage stays this high, he's a top-tier fantasy asset regardless of position.
16. **Cade Cunningham (DET)**
* *FP/G:* 36.0
* *Strengths:* Points, Assists, Rebounds
* *Injury Risk:* Moderate-High (long injury history)
* *Schedule:* Detroit's schedule can be brutal with back-to-backs.
* The talent is there: 22.7 points, 7.5 assists, 4.3 rebounds. The issue is staying on the court. He’s missed substantial time in two of his first three seasons. If he can play 70+ games, he's a steal at this spot.
17. **Coby White (CHI)**
* *FP/G:* 35.5
* *Strengths:* Points, 3PM, Assists
* *Injury Risk:* Low (very durable)
* *Schedule:* Chicago often has a few 4-game weeks.
* He finally broke out last year with 19.1 points, 5.1 assists, and 2.8 threes. If the Bulls run it back with a similar roster, his role is secure. Great value pick.
18. **Cole Anthony (ORL)**
* *FP/G:* 34.0
* *Strengths:* Points, Rebounds, Assists, Steals
* *Injury Risk:* Moderate (missed 18 games last year)
* *Schedule:* Orlando often gets favorable East Coast schedules.
* Super efficient in his role off the bench, 11.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.1 steals in just 22 minutes. If he gets more run, he's a top-15 guy. He's a per-minute monster.
19. **Jrue Holiday (BOS)**
* *FP/G:* 33.0
* *Strengths:* Steals, Assists, Points
* *Injury Risk:* Low (very durable)
* *Schedule:* Celtics are a national TV team, often means fewer harsh back-to-backs.
* His points dipped to 12.5 with Boston, but he still provides 4.8 assists and 0.9 steals, plus a few threes. He's a lower-usage option in Boston, but very safe and reliable.
20. **Jordan Poole (WAS)**
* *FP/G:* 32.5
* *Strengths:* Points, 3PM
* *Injury Risk:* Low (durable)
* *Schedule:* Wizards often have bad B2B stretches.
* Look, he was a disaster last year efficiency-wise, but he still chucked his way to 17.4 points and 2.6 threes. On a bad team, he’ll get usage. The efficiency will still be ugly, but the volume will keep him relevant.
Bold prediction: By the end of 2