Studying depth charts will help you find those non-flashy but secure rotation players. Add players who help in more than one category. If you’re one of the weakest in your league in a specific category, you may need to make a trade to balance out your roster. Add players who can help you consistently in one category along with providing minor help. Don’t make scoring a priority as it’s easy to find. Look at the teams that are having the most RECENT success offensively and grab scorers from those teams.

Richaun Holmes PF/C PHI-24% Ownership: The Sixers have a ton of money invested in Joel Embiid and because they’re going to play it safe with him, he’s going to sit out a lot in back to back games and Holmes is one of the few handcuffs to look to grab because when Embiid is out, teams will focus less on the paint and try to wear down the Sixers at the key. Holmes has scored in double figures in his last four games and grabbed at least six boards in three of those games. Holmes has a few quick low block moves and he spins his way in the paint and fights on the glass. He’s swatted three shots total in his last two games. Even in games in which Embiid is active, Holmes is still a secure part of the Sixers rotation and has hit or exceeded that 20 minute threshold and he can be trusted. It’s not easy finding blocks on the waiver wire and Holmes is a must add if you need defensive statistics.

Andrew Harrison G MEM-11% Ownership: The Grizzlies are keeping quiet regarding Mike Conley’s health so it’s hard to tell how close he is to returning. While Tyreke Evans has done a great job filling in running the point, Harrison has also benefitted from Conley being out and has taken playing time away from Mario Chalmers. Harrison has dished at least four assists in each of his last five games. He attacks and finds success at the rim. He does have an outside game, but looks more to draw contact in the lane. Harrison is been a major help on the defensive end for the Grizzlies and even when Conley eventually returns, Harrison should get a lot of backup minutes. Harrison’s recorded steals in his last seven games and will provide minimal help on the glass grabbing long rebounds. His quickness has allowed the Grizzlies, who are in complete disarray as an organization, to keep the tempo up when running the offense. Even though we can’t predict injuries, Evans is injury-prone and that could open up more minutes for Harrison down the road. He’s done a better job than both Chalmers and Ben McLemore and should have rotation security for the remainder of the season.

Trey Lyles PF DEN-8% Ownership: Lyles screams short-term pickup because Nikola Jokic is returning and other Nuggets big men will be shifted down. While Kenneth Faried is always reliable on the glass, both he and Mason Plumlee are not as consistent offensively and that’s how Lyles has been able to sneak into the rotation and produce. Lyles has two 20-point games in his last 4. Lyle’s has also grabbed five rebounds in five of his last six games. Paul Millsap being out gives Lyles room to stay in the Nuggets rotation. Lyles will occasionally grab steals and he can create with the ball in the post. He often sets a screen and then rolls to the low block and calls for the ball. He can spin to both sides and he’s gritty. He draws a lot of contact and is able to take advantage of second-chance scoring opportunities. Lyle’s has his 20 minutes in 7 of his last 8 games and his spot is considered safe for now. If the Nuggets need more power on the defensive end, they’ll likely give those minutes to Faried.

Terry Rozier G BOS-20% Ownership: Rozier is one of those players who doesn’t have a category that he dominates, but he gets the job done with a balanced stat-line. Rozier is a disciplined defender and unlike his counterpart Marcus Smart, he is a very conservative shooter when open. Rozier has scored in double figures in three of his last five games and you can expect him to hit from long-range in just about every game he plays in. His quickness on both sides of the ball causes problems for second units. Rozier has the capability of running the Celtics offense as a floor general. He compiled five assists in his last two games. Rozier is also a rebounder as he’s grabbed 4.4 per game this season.

Rozier plays about 24 minutes per game and matches up well against opposing second units. He can rotate to both Guard positions and that should keep his minutes safe.

Bogdan Bogdanovic SG SAC-8% Ownership: The Kings has lacked consistency in production this season and trying to figure out minutes distribution among their Guards is like playing an endless game of Ring Around The Rosie. One thing that stands out about Bogdanovic is that he’s starting to see an increase in playing time. Bogdanovic has played 30 minutes or more in his last three games. He’s scored in double figures and grabbed five or more rebounds in two of his last four games. Bogdanovic is prolific three-point shooter. His sweet spot is at the arc and is frequently able to find openings. He’s recorded steals in six of his last eight games and recently posted a four-steal game. He plays tight defense especially on the defensive end and is able to read through screens. Reading through screens on the perimeter is key because if the screen is avoided at the right time it cuts off the lane and often causes turnovers. Bogdanovic’s screen reading ability has given him more opportunities to steal the ball.

Wayne Ellington SG/SF MIA-10% Ownership: Ellington is a three-point shooting specialist whose playing time lives and dies by his shot. If he’s hitting, he’ll play deeper into games. He’s scored in double figures in his last two games and has grabbed three boards in two of his last three games. Ellington has also been helpful with steals on the defensive end and has two multi-steal games in his last four games. Ellington should be able to keep his minutes secure with Justise Winslow out and he can provide that instant offense, especially with the Heat’s second unit and he doesn’t need much time to create space to get a good look at the basket. Ellington allows Goran Dragic to play to his strength and drive with the hope that defenses will collapse and he can kick the ball back out to a wide open Ellington. Ellington is more of a short-term solution, but he’s lately provided help consistently in multiple categories and currently has rotation security.

Yogi Ferrell G DAL-12% Ownership: With Dennis Smith Jr. banged up, Ferrell has stepped right in and has gotten a good chunk of shots. He’s scored in double figures in his last three games and grabbed at least four boards in two of his last three games. Seth Curry being out and Devin Harris being in and out of the rotation has given Ferrell a secure role and he’ll see starts throughout the season. He’s a change of pace option that can rotate to both Guard spots. He’s dished at least four assists in two of his last four games and can hit from long range. Ferrell has been aggressive on defense and has stolen the ball in his last two games. With Ferrell, whether it’s been scoring or defensive stats he’s provided enough consistency in other areas to be a good short-term scoring solution and he’ll see a lot of games in the 30’s showing his security in the rotation.

David Nwaba SG/SF CHI-14% Ownership: Nwaba’s minutes have seen an increase lately and his production has as well. He’s scored in double figures and grabbed at least five rebounds in four of his last five games and Lauri Markkanen has not been 100 percent from a health standpoint. Nwaba can rotate to multiple positions and has excellent conditioning. He runs the floor very well and keeps up with speedy guards. Nwaba has been helpful on the defensive end and has two multi-block games in his last four. He’ll mainly score from the inside and he’ll feed his teammates in the pain and be a smaller help with assists. Nwaba will score most his points in the paint and at the free-throw line. He attacks with force and draws a lot of contact under the basket. He was turning heads before an Ankle injury and now that he’s healthy and producing double digit scoring outing consistently, we can once again trust him and the Bulls can use all of the muscle they can get in the paint on both sides of the ball. Even with Nikola Mirotic back, Nwaba should still easily play in the 20’s in most games. He’s been seeing games in the 30’s lately showing the Coaching Staff’s trust in his health and ability.

John Henson PF/C MIL-35% Ownership: It truly shocks me that Henson is THIS available in leagues. The guy gets consistent minutes, starts and he’s an inside scoring and rebounding booster. The Bucks don’t have a lot of depth inside, especially after trading Greg Monroe and Henson’s minutes are safe and secure. Henson scored in double figures in three of his last four games and grabbed at least six boards in all four games. Henson also has three multi-block games in his last four and has stolen the ball in his last three games. The Bucks prefer him over Thon Maker to play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and because Antetokounmpo is such an attacker, Henson is virtually always open right outside of the paint and makes getting to the rim look easy. Antetokounmpo is among the hardest player to contain on the ball and he needs two or three defenders watching him at all times and there’s Henson on the other side of the block wide open waiting to get fed. He’s a must-add if you need a big man.

WILD CARD WATCH PLAYER: Tyler Cavanaugh PF/C ATL-4% Ownership: With John Collins back in the lineup, you may have missed the boat, but with Dewayne Dedmon still out, there’s still hope and Miles Plumlee is not a great option. Cavanaugh grabbed at least six boards in four of his last five games and has seen a decent amount of success getting to the basket and giving the Hawks second chance scoring opportunities. Cavanaugh is also a long-range shooter and the Hawks can utilize him to get defenders out of position. He’s scored in double figures in three of his last five games. The Hawks big men have been in and out of the lineup all season and he deserves to get starts. If the Hawks abandon Plumlee as the starter, Cavanaugh could be in line for consistency, but for now, he doesn’t have a true rotation commitment and it’s confusing figuring out why considering the stat-lines he’s posted over the last couple of weeks.