Last Updated on February 3, 2026 2:50 pm by Keston Paul | Published: February 3, 2026

Jaren Jackson is a Jazz player! James Harden potentially heading to Cleveland is certainly intriguing, but it’s a move that would likely hurt more than help the fantasy value of the current Cavaliers roster. If Darius Garland were to find himself as the primary guard with the Clippers, that would be fantastic for his fantasy outlook, assuming full health, and could open the door for a buy-low opportunity if you’re willing to gamble. That said, this is still firmly in speculation territory, and we’ll break everything down as we get clarity on which trades actually go through.

Scoot Henderson also appears to be on the verge of returning, but we should expect a gradual ramp-up. It’s hard to see him being an impactful fantasy option in the short term, though it’s great to potentially see him back on the floor as we root for him to get his career back on track after starting with so much promise. Now, without further ado, let’s dive into tonight’s adds, back-to-backs and streamers.

Top Pickups

This is the “general must-add” section regardless of the slate. If these players are being overlooked and remain chilling on the waiver wire, consider adding them to your squad.

Herb Jones (22%)

I usually try to avoid repeating add recommendations on cheat sheets, but I truly believe Herb Jones is setting up for a strong run of fantasy value to close the season, and we’re already starting to see flashes of it. There are multiple paths to value here. If he’s traded, he likely lands on a team where he can handle a meaningful role and produce at least top-100 numbers. If the stat profile fits your build and you’re being mindful about saving moves for the trade deadline, Herb is a move that might be worth making.

Jalen Smith (19%)

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