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WEEK ANALYSIS
Fantasy Picks on the Radar
Our first scouting notebook of the season with players who could shine in EuroLeague Fantasy.
Published: 26/09/2025 19:53
Only a few days remain before the new EuroLeague Fantasy season tips off, and managers’ notebooks are already on fire with potential market opportunities! Before we dive into our usual full position-by-position analysis, here’s a short appetizer list: five players at each position who look ready to stand out and make noise early on.
Last season was a step back Fantasy-wise for the American, after five straight years of steady growth. With the one-year experience of playing under Saras and pillars like Hayes-Davis gone, Baldwin has the tools to take a bigger role in a team that also added promising NBA talent.
The Basques’ roster is among the thinnest in the competition, and the former NBA guard has a real chance to shine this year. He already showed promise in the second half of last Regular Season, climbing from the 9.9 credits (his starting value now) up to 12.3. The recent addition of Nowell may limit his ceiling, but at this price, Forrest looks like a bargain that won’t last long
From almost out of the rotation to leading role? Bayern had several absences during prep due to EuroBasket, but the Canadian guard’s impressive performances were hard to miss. A breakout EuroLeague season may well be on the horizon.
Despite Montero and Thompson dominating Valencia’s crowded backcourt, the young guard has shown his talent both at EuroBasket and in preseason. He should be able to keep some place in the rotation and deliver Fantasy value, with his ability to draw fouls being a clear plus.
Who would have expected it? The Frenchman was among Paris’ standouts in preseason and kept seeing minutes even after Hifi’s return, even moving up to the 3. The risk here is higher, but in a brand-new roster, Ouattara’s low price could pay off.
This list is meant for affordable names, but Vezenkov is the exception. Last year’s Fantasy king will almost effortlessly climb back into the 20–22 credits range. Now (or very soon) is the moment to grab him.
After leaving his mark in the NBA, Diallo debuts in Europe with a team that could showcase his all-around game. With well-rounded tools, Diallo showed his potential for big performances during the preseason, while his approachable cost mainly reflects his lack of EuroLeague experience.
Coming off a strong ACB season with Manresa, the American is asked to step into Shengelia’s shoes and keep Virtus competitive in this season's Euroleague marathon. With Edwards as the clear alpha dog of the team, Alston Jr. can still be Bologna’s No. 2 option, with little internal competition in the front line—making 9.8 credits stand out.
Looking ready from the start, Rogkavopoulos has already made an impact in Panathinaikos’ first games, with his scoring ability and offensive rebounding standing out. While Panathinaikos are stacked across the board, some early injuries of the team may create a challenge that the Greek forward looks able to meet.
One of the injury-hit Barca’s leaders during the second half of last season, Parra made his name as an undervalued Fantasy key player. Starting at 6.8 credits is a pleasant surprise, since beyond stars like Shengelia and Clyburn, the team’s forward depth isn’t overwhelming. The Spaniard should have a significant role — especially if injuries strike again.
In a year with few reliable centers, at least for now, Milutinov’s starting price feels like a gift. He should easily sustain this value, with real upside to return to his stats dominance of previous seasons, maybe with a more favorable environment around him this year.
The American essentially lost all of last season, so managers may need some patience. For now, however, he looks clearly preferred over Booker, who was signed to strengthen Milano’s front line. If 23–24 minutes are available, Nebo has the potential to rise to the upper tier of the position, re-establishing himself among the top centers of the game.
Zalgiris’ thin frontline sets the stage perfectly for the former center of Olympiacos to establish himself in the competition. His early-season performances look promising, and he’ll likely be one of the most popular opening picks of the game.
Rivero has been one of the few bright spots in Zvezda’s preseason. With Bolomboy sidelined for months, the Cuban is expected to carry a heavy load in the paint. Coming off a notable season with Maccabi, he is well-positioned to start strong again.
With Hall and Moneke gone and Diakite currently out (and not a direct like-for-like rival anyway), the path is wide open for the Croatian to emerge as a Fantasy star. His early performances form supports this view, though an opening clash with Olympiacos (and Donta Hall) adds some caution.
More detailed breakdowns per position are coming next...
Guards
Wade Baldwin IV (Fenerbahce) – 10.3
Last season was a step back Fantasy-wise for the American, after five straight years of steady growth. With the one-year experience of playing under Saras and pillars like Hayes-Davis gone, Baldwin has the tools to take a bigger role in a team that also added promising NBA talent.
Trent Forrest (Baskonia) – 9.9
The Basques’ roster is among the thinnest in the competition, and the former NBA guard has a real chance to shine this year. He already showed promise in the second half of last Regular Season, climbing from the 9.9 credits (his starting value now) up to 12.3. The recent addition of Nowell may limit his ceiling, but at this price, Forrest looks like a bargain that won’t last long
Xavier Rathan-Mayes (Bayern) – 9.5
From almost out of the rotation to leading role? Bayern had several absences during prep due to EuroBasket, but the Canadian guard’s impressive performances were hard to miss. A breakout EuroLeague season may well be on the horizon.
Sergio De Larrea (Valencia) – 6.5
Despite Montero and Thompson dominating Valencia’s crowded backcourt, the young guard has shown his talent both at EuroBasket and in preseason. He should be able to keep some place in the rotation and deliver Fantasy value, with his ability to draw fouls being a clear plus.
Yakuba Ouattara (Paris) – 5.8
Who would have expected it? The Frenchman was among Paris’ standouts in preseason and kept seeing minutes even after Hifi’s return, even moving up to the 3. The risk here is higher, but in a brand-new roster, Ouattara’s low price could pay off.
Forwards
Sasha Vezenkov (Olympiacos) – 16
This list is meant for affordable names, but Vezenkov is the exception. Last year’s Fantasy king will almost effortlessly climb back into the 20–22 credits range. Now (or very soon) is the moment to grab him.
Hamidou Diallo (Baskonia) – 10.5
After leaving his mark in the NBA, Diallo debuts in Europe with a team that could showcase his all-around game. With well-rounded tools, Diallo showed his potential for big performances during the preseason, while his approachable cost mainly reflects his lack of EuroLeague experience.
Derrick Alston Jr. (Virtus) – 9.8
Coming off a strong ACB season with Manresa, the American is asked to step into Shengelia’s shoes and keep Virtus competitive in this season's Euroleague marathon. With Edwards as the clear alpha dog of the team, Alston Jr. can still be Bologna’s No. 2 option, with little internal competition in the front line—making 9.8 credits stand out.
Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos (Panathinaikos) – 7.7
Looking ready from the start, Rogkavopoulos has already made an impact in Panathinaikos’ first games, with his scoring ability and offensive rebounding standing out. While Panathinaikos are stacked across the board, some early injuries of the team may create a challenge that the Greek forward looks able to meet.
Joel Parra (Barcelona) – 6.8
One of the injury-hit Barca’s leaders during the second half of last season, Parra made his name as an undervalued Fantasy key player. Starting at 6.8 credits is a pleasant surprise, since beyond stars like Shengelia and Clyburn, the team’s forward depth isn’t overwhelming. The Spaniard should have a significant role — especially if injuries strike again.
Centers
Nikola Milutinov (Olympiacos) – 12.4
In a year with few reliable centers, at least for now, Milutinov’s starting price feels like a gift. He should easily sustain this value, with real upside to return to his stats dominance of previous seasons, maybe with a more favorable environment around him this year.
Josh Nebo (Milano) – 12
The American essentially lost all of last season, so managers may need some patience. For now, however, he looks clearly preferred over Booker, who was signed to strengthen Milano’s front line. If 23–24 minutes are available, Nebo has the potential to rise to the upper tier of the position, re-establishing himself among the top centers of the game.
Moses Wright (Zalgiris) – 10.5
Zalgiris’ thin frontline sets the stage perfectly for the former center of Olympiacos to establish himself in the competition. His early-season performances look promising, and he’ll likely be one of the most popular opening picks of the game.
Jasiel Rivero (Crvena Zvezda) – 10.1
Rivero has been one of the few bright spots in Zvezda’s preseason. With Bolomboy sidelined for months, the Cuban is expected to carry a heavy load in the paint. Coming off a notable season with Maccabi, he is well-positioned to start strong again.
Luka Samanic (Baskonia) – 10
With Hall and Moneke gone and Diakite currently out (and not a direct like-for-like rival anyway), the path is wide open for the Croatian to emerge as a Fantasy star. His early performances form supports this view, though an opening clash with Olympiacos (and Donta Hall) adds some caution.
More detailed breakdowns per position are coming next...
