One of the biggest keys to successful roster construction in fantasy is balance. It’s important to insure high ceiling players with solid floor options.
This article, though, isn’t about that.
Instead, I’m playing with possibility. This a squad composed solely of under the radar players – all ranked outside of the top-25 – who could pop and potentially close out the year as fantasy starters.
Sophie Cunningham, Guard, Phoenix Mercury
From the speed at which Brittney Griner can shake off rust to Skylar Diggins-Smith’s availability, there are significant questions surrounding the Mercury. That may not be great for the team, but it does create an opportunity for fantasy managers to uncover potential value. Sophie Cunningham is the player to watch here. She’s not as famous as Diana Taurasi, but her stock is on the rise.
Phoenix wants to trust her. Given her three-point prowess, it’s easy to understand why. Over 61% of Cunningham’s career shots have been 3s. But don’t sleep on her in close because she also managed a 67% field goal rate from the rim last year. Her growth down the stretch of 2022…
