Last Updated on December 30, 2025 1:53 am by Keston Paul | Published: December 30, 2025

SInce I started this article on Monday evening, the fantasy points and stats quoted are reflective of the players’ performances prior to Monday’s games.

As always here is a reminder of the differences in the scoring systems for ESPN Standard Points Leagues and Yahoo Standard Points Leagues.

Of course, we have a new format, which is Yahoo’s “High Score.”

The High Score System is: 
Points = 1 fantasy point each
Rebounds = 1 fantasy point each
Assists = 2 fantasy points each
Steals = 3 fantasy points each
Blocks = 3 fantasy points each

As a general rule: 

ESPN Standard Scoring will give a slight boost to players who are more efficient and get more defensive stats in addition the usual volume stats we want in points leagues.

Yahoo Standard Scoring will give a very slight boost to good rebounders and players who are high-volume offensive engines, even if they are inefficient, but turnovers still come at a cost.

High Score takes leaning into offensive volume at a higher level, meaning players who take a bunch of shots and get a ton of assists are greatly rewarded with absolutely no hits for inefficiency or turnovers.

Points League Adds

Jrue Holiday

Holiday was certified as at least a mid-round player for every fantasy format prior to his injury. Despite an unclear timeline, his upside is high enough that he should just be on a roster. I don’t think he is widely available, but you should still check.

Moussa Diabate

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