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Should I Start Kai Jones or Kyrie Irving?

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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Kyrie Irving
Based on recent average (35.5 pts) and trend vs Kai Jones (23 pts)
Kai Jones
F-C · DAL · NBA
23
avg pts (8g)
13
std dev
▼ trending down
last 4g
Last 5 games
24.6W163
37.4W156
17.6W155
3.2W153
16W151
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Kyrie Irvingquestionable
G · DAL · NBA
35.5
avg pts (8g)
13.8
std dev
▲ trending up
last 4g
Last 5 games
51.3W11
34.4W9
38.2W7
33.7W4
21.8W2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Kai Jones or Kyrie Irving?
Based on recent performance, start Kyrie Irving. Kyrie Irving averages 35.5 fantasy points over their last 8 games. See the full comparison and trend data on this page.
What is Kai Jones's fantasy value right now?
Kai Jones has averaged 23 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a down trend. Standard deviation of 13 points — some volatility week to week.
What is Kyrie Irving's fantasy value right now?
Kyrie Irving has averaged 35.5 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a up trend. Standard deviation of 13.8 points — some volatility week to week.

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