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Should I Start Taylor Hendricks or Lauri Markkanen?

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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Lauri Markkanen
Based on recent average (30.9 pts) and trend vs Taylor Hendricks (13.7 pts)
Taylor Hendricks
F · UTA · NBA
13.7
avg pts (8g)
10.6
std dev
▼ trending down
last 4g
Last 5 games
7.2W12
1.2W10
1.2W6
29.7W161
27.8W158
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Lauri Markkanenquestionable
F · UTA · NBA
30.9
avg pts (8g)
11.4
std dev
▼ trending down
last 4g
Last 5 games
39.1W14
31.7W12
2W7
36.9W6
29.7W4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Taylor Hendricks or Lauri Markkanen?
Based on recent performance, start Lauri Markkanen. Lauri Markkanen averages 30.9 fantasy points over their last 8 games. See the full comparison and trend data on this page.
What is Taylor Hendricks's fantasy value right now?
Taylor Hendricks has averaged 13.7 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a down trend. Standard deviation of 10.6 points — some volatility week to week.
What is Lauri Markkanen's fantasy value right now?
Lauri Markkanen has averaged 30.9 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a down trend. Standard deviation of 11.4 points — some volatility week to week.

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