Kendrick Nunn and Giorgos Bartzokas Boost EuroLeague Fantasy Teams in Round 17

As the second half of the latest double-game week in the 2024-25 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Regular Season kicks off, Fantasy managers are presented with opportunities to maximize their points. After solid returns from budget-friendly picks earlier this week, Fantasy managers are now eyeing higher-value options for the upcoming round.

Earlier, more affordable players such as Filip Petrusev of Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet, Tamir Blatt of Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv, and David McCormack of ALBA Berlin delivered impressive performances, with Fantasy points index (PIR) scores of 15, 22, and 25, respectively. These contributions have earned them a place in many Fantasy squads for the next round, helping managers free up space in their budgets.

Now, Fantasy managers are looking to add premium players to their rosters. One standout choice is Kendrick Nunn of Panathinaikos Aktor, whose Fantasy value has risen to 15.1 units following a career-high performance against EA7 Emporio Armani Milan at OAKA Altion. With ample funds available after the earlier bargain picks, Nunn is now an attractive option. The upcoming match against Baskonia presents a new challenge for Nunn, as he faces a strong defensive team, but many believe he is up to the task.

Another intriguing pick for Round 17 is Olympiacos head coach Giorgos Bartzokas, whose Fantasy value sits at a modest 8.2 units, reflecting the recent struggles of the Reds. However, with bottom-ranked ALBA visiting SEF, there are high expectations for Olympiacos to secure a comfortable win, potentially by a margin of 15 to 20 points, which would yield more Fantasy points for managers.

Also staying in Fantasy lineups for this round is Sasha Vezenkov, the MVP of Round 16, who continues to be a key pick for many teams. As the captain of our Fantasy squad, we expect Vezenkov’s consistent form to deliver even more points.

With these strategic picks, Fantasy managers can strengthen their teams in Round 17, capitalizing on the opportunities presented by standout players like Nunn and Bartzokas.