Week 5 Fantasy Basketball Shocker: Who’s Skyrocketing and Who’s Crashing in The High Score 100?

Every week, the pulse of fantasy basketball beats a little differently, and keeping up with who’s rising and who’s slipping is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. Enter the High Score 100 — Yahoo’s freshest spin on fantasy hoops, spotlighting the top 100 players based on their current groove and trending prowess . This dynamic leaderboard isn’t just a snapshot; it’s your compass through the chaotic seas of performance shifts as the season unfolds. With another thrilling update after week four, we dive into the movers and shakers, the stars igniting hotter than ever and those unexpectedly cooling off. And oh, before we kick off — keep an eye on LeBron James, who’s primed to electrify the scene upon his season re-entrance, potentially shaking up the rankings in a big way. Ready to navigate the latest High Score landscape together? Let’s jump right in! LEARN MORE

The High Score 100 — the top-100 players in Yahoo’s newest fantasy basketball format — is a running reflection of year-to-date performance and trending production. Each weekly update captures who’s actually delivering value and who’s fading.

Here’s a breakdown of the biggest risers and fallers through the fourth week of fantasy basketball — with the complete High Score 100 at the bottom of the article. I’ll be updating my rankings every Tuesday throughout the fantasy basketball season.

Before we jump into the rankings movers, LeBron James is expected to make his season debut as soon as Tuesday night. While he’ll be the High Score 100 next week — giving me a better chance to evaluate his fantasy value in this format — I expect James to average at least 47 points per game in High Score and be a top-20 (or better) player.

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Ok, onto the risers!

Dillon Brooks – FC, Phoenix Suns: 72nd overall (⬆️ 28)

Brooks moved from 100 to 72 in the High Score 100 thanks to a couple of notable performances in Week 4 that brought his per-game average up to 36 fantasy points in High Score. Brooks has become a strong No. 2 scoring option behind Devin Booker, posting a career-best 22 points per game this season. Brooks isn’t doing much for rebounds or assists, but his scoring and steals have made him a viable utility option in High Score.

Michael Porter Jr. – FC, Brooklyn Nets: 38th overall (⬆️ 23)

Porter’s offensive output continues to surge in Brooklyn. Through Monday, Porter Jr. is putting up 24 points with 3 assists per contest (both career-highs). It may not seem like a lot, but MPJ is doing more facilitating than he’s been tasked with in the past. He’s just outside the top-40 in High Score on a per-game basis, but I have Porter inside the top-40 this week due to his recent run, averaging 44.8 fantasy points per game over his last six games.

Shaedon Sharpe – G/FC, Portland Trail Blazers: 64th overall (⬆️ 21)

The Most Improved Player race is so deep this year and Sharpe’s fourth-year leap deserves more respect. He’s the Blazers’ second-leading scorer at 22 a night, plus he’s providing 5 boards and 1.5 steals, a welcome boost that’s paying dividends for fantasy managers. Sharpe jumped into the mid-60s of the rankings after an explosive Week 4, eclipsing 50 fantasy points on two occasions.

Jalen Johnson – FC, Atlanta Hawks: 13th overall (⬆️ 11)

Johnson’s elevation from rank 24 to 13 highlights his breakout status in Atlanta. He tallied 98 points against the Utah Jazz last week, the second-highest total of the season in High Score. That gem really stamped his Jokić-like ceiling — 31/18/14 with 7 steals. With Trae Young out, his playmaking has grown to the point where he’s flirting with a triple-double nightly.

Jalen Duren – FC, Detroit Pistons: 37th overall (⬆️ 5)

Moving up five slots isn’t a lot, but I just wanted to highlight how much of a beast Duren’s been lately. Duren’s leveled up to career-bests in scoring, rebounding and stocks, and has logged at least 50 fantasy points in High Score in four of his last five outings.

The growth in scoring has been just as important as his commitment on the defensive end, and it’s helped the Pistons reel off a 10-game win streak. He’s looking like one of the best frontcourt players in the Eastern Conference.

And onto the fallers…

Jerami Grant – FC, Portland Trail Blazers: Unranked (⬇️ 27)

Grant’s fall from 83 to off the list reflects his drop in production. His scoring has dropped to 18 points per game, and since he doesn’t provide many counting stats outside of that, he’s not someone you need to hold in High Score. All that said, he’s been one of the best reserves in the league this season.

VJ Edgecombe – G, Philadelphia 76ers: 76th overall (⬇️ 24)

Edgecombe’s slide from 52 to 76 mirrors his fantasy value that’s cooled off from his hot start to the season. While he’s still a must-roster player, the rookie has shot just 32% from the field over the past two weeks, averaging 11 points per game. Fortunately, he’s still getting around a combined 10 rebounds + assists but without the scoring, he needs to be on your bench.

Nikola Vučević – FC, Chicago Bulls: 54th overall (⬇️ 14)

The Bulls are playing well, so it’s surprising to see Vučević struggle with the two things he’s been most consistent at — scoring and rebounding. Over the seven games, Vuc’s per-game production tumbled to 12 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists per night. Fantasy managers are expecting at least a 17-and-10 double-double, so while it’s too early to really dive into the rankings, some concern is valid.

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Myles Turner – FC, Milwaukee Bucks: 93rd overall (⬇️ 10)

I finished my latest rankings update before Giannis Antetokounmpo injured his groin on Monday night. Pending the results of Giannis’ MRI, Turner’s stay on the fallers’ list could be short-lived, considering how much Milwaukee will need him if Antetokounmpo is sidelined.

I’ve been steadily docking Turner each week because he’s barely hanging onto the top 100. He’s averaging 31.4 fantasy points per game, which is 98th overall.

Collin Sexton – G, Charlotte Hornets: 99th overall (⬇️ 8)

The Hornets dealt with injuries to LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller early on, which gave the veteran guard more opportunities to step up and fill the void. The Hornets are almost back to full strength, so Sexton’s dip in the ranks is a combination of recent performance (under 30 fantasy points in his last three games) and getting ahead of what’s to come.