Last Updated on February 13, 2020 12:48 pm by Mike Passador | Published: February 13, 2020

Nicolo Melli

PF, New Orleans Pelicans

Nicolo Melli will replace Deandre Ayton in Friday's Rising Stars challenge.

Melli has been a solid contributor for the Pelicans in his first NBA season, averaging 6.1 points, 2.8 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.6 steals, 0.3 blocks and 1.1 threes in 15.6 mpg, while shooting 37.3% from beyond the arc. It's a nice honor for him but most fantasy players can continue to watch Melli from the waiver wire.

Source: Shams Charania on Twitter

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