Week 11 of the 2024-25 NBA season delivered exceptional performances from Philadelphia's backcourt and solid contributions across multiple positions, though some high-profile names failed to meet expectations. Fantasy managers who stayed disciplined with their starts and sits navigated a competitive week with measurable outcomes.
Must-Starts: Week 11 Elite Producers
Tyrese Maxey (PHI) — G: 248.2 pts
Maxey dominated across four games this week, accumulating 132 points, 26 rebounds, 32 assists, 9 steals, and 6 blocks while turning the ball over just 8 times. His elite assist total and balanced scoring made him the week's most consistent performer at the guard position.
Maxey was an automatic start due to his league-leading fantasy output. The Philadelphia floor general delivered across all statistical categories, combining high volume scoring with elite playmaking that few guards matched this week.
Kawhi Leonard (LAC) — F: 215.4 pts
Leonard produced 124 points, 27 rebounds, 16 assists, 9 steals, and 6 blocks across four games. His ability to impact multiple categories made him a centerpiece of winning lineups this week.
With elite scoring and two-way production, Leonard was must-roster. His rebounding output for a wing and steals total cemented his value as a cornerstone starter.
Cade Cunningham (DET) — G: 221.4 pts
Cunningham delivered 114 points, 42 assists, 22 rebounds, 7 steals, and 5 blocks across four games, though 18 turnovers tempered his overall value. His assist volume remained elite and fantasy-relevant regardless of the turnover burden.
Strong Starts: Reliable Options
- Deni Avdija (POR) — F: 211.9 pts across 4 games. 113 points, 32 rebounds, 37 assists. His playmaking from the forward spot and elite rebounding made him a strong secondary starter.
- Joel Embiid (PHI) — C: 186.3 pts across 4 games. 114 points, 34 rebounds, 21 assists. Despite 15 turnovers, his dominant inside presence and all-around production warranted starting consideration.
- Jalen Johnson (ATL) — F: 197.7 pts across 4 games. 95 points, 41 rebounds, 33 assists. His dual-position eligibility and elite rebounding output made him a reliable week-to-week starter.
- Derrick White (BOS) — G: 197.9 pts across 4 games. 82 points, 27 assists, 22 rebounds, 12 blocks. His defensive versatility and assist production provided consistent value in balanced lineups.
- Chet Holmgren (OKC) — C: 164.0 pts across 4 games. 60 points, 40 rebounds, 13 blocks. His elite rim protection and rebounding made him a serviceable starter for managers seeking defensive statistics.
Tough Sits: Disappointing Weeks
- Luka Dončić (LAL) — F: 156.5 pts across 3 games. Dončić managed 100 points, 20 rebounds, and 27 assists but was saddled with 17 turnovers and limited defensive production, making him a liability despite scoring volume.
- Jaylen Brown (BOS) — F: 176.9 pts across 4 games. Brown scored 116 points and grabbed 27 rebounds but contributed only 23 assists and 2 steals with 12 turnovers, underperforming relative to roster expectations.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC) — G: 156.5 pts across 4 games. SGA's 106 points and 25 assists were offset by minimal defensive contributions, light rebounding for a guard, and modest overall fantasy output.
- Donovan Mitchell (CLE) — G: 156.9 pts across 3 games. Mitchell delivered 97 points but played only three games with inconsistent production and 10 turnovers relative to his assist total of 15.
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