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Should I Start Jae'Sean Tate or Jabari Smith Jr.?

Data-driven NBA fantasy start/sit decision. Recent game logs, trend analysis, and a verdict based on actual performance — not gut feel.

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Jabari Smith Jr.
Based on recent average (33.5 pts) and trend vs Jae'Sean Tate (4.9 pts)
Jae'Sean Tate
F · HOU · NBA
4.9
avg pts (8g)
7.6
std dev
▼ trending down
last 4g
Last 5 games
1.2W14
8.1W12
0W9
0.2W7
0W5
VS
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Jabari Smith Jr.
F · HOU · NBA
33.5
avg pts (8g)
9.5
std dev
→ steady
last 4g
Last 5 games
26W14
50.3W12
28.6W11
25.4W9
42.9W7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Jae'Sean Tate or Jabari Smith Jr.?
Based on recent performance, start Jabari Smith Jr.. Jabari Smith Jr. averages 33.5 fantasy points over their last 8 games. See the full comparison and trend data on this page.
What is Jae'Sean Tate's fantasy value right now?
Jae'Sean Tate has averaged 4.9 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a down trend. Standard deviation of 7.6 points — a relatively consistent floor.
What is Jabari Smith Jr.'s fantasy value right now?
Jabari Smith Jr. has averaged 33.5 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a steady trend. Standard deviation of 9.5 points — some volatility week to week.

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