Only two games — but plenty to unpack.
Josh Lloyd previews Thursday’s NBA slate for fantasy basketball: Indiana Pacers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder and Golden State Warriors vs. Denver Nuggets.

He breaks down key injury updates (Jalen Williams, Alex Caruso, Al Horford), rotation questions in Indiana, and what to expect from Chet Holmgren after his stellar debut. Josh also looks at the Warriors’ back-to-back situation and how Nikola Jokic’s workload might evolve early in the season.

Top streaming options include Aaron Nesmith, Obi Toppin, and Buddy Hield, with the Pacers and Thunder both offering short-term schedule advantages.

📊 Game-by-game breakdowns, key fantasy takeaways, and smart streaming advice — everything you need to optimize your lineup.

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