Atlanta Hawks guard Jeremy Lin is finalizing a buyout with the team and is expected to sign with the Toronto Raptors. Toronto is looking to add depth, so this move makes sense for their current organization. Lin should add solid depth to the second unit alongside Fred Vanvleet. Lin is not going to be worth owning in standard leagues because he probably won't see enough minutes, but Jaylen Adams could begin to make some noise in Atlanta with Lin out.

The trade deadline has come and gone. I hope you nailed some of your speculative adds!I've missed mine with Omari Spellman in a 20-team league. With the All-Star weekend just around the corner, and the end of the fantasy regular season drawing nearI'm going to be letting him go soon. [...]

Usually, in this column, we take a look at a player who is in great form but is unlikely to sustain it and suggest you sell the s*** out of him before he sees a drop-off, and we find a guy who is playing poorly, but will turn it around, and point him out so you can target him with a buy-low offer in an attempt to strengthen your team in the long run.Today, we will be doing things a bit differently. [...]

Atlanta Hawks guard Jeremy Lin (illness) has been downgraded to doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He was probable due to a biceps issue, but is now dealing with flu-like symptoms that will likely sideline him for this contest. Kevin Huerter and Tyler Dorsey should see increased minutes if Lin sits out.

Atlanta Hawks guard Jeremy Lin (biceps) is listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Lin has been dealing with a biceps issue lately, but he hasn't missed any games because of it. He should be fine, but he's only seeing minutes in the 20s, so he's difficult to trust in most formats.

Atlanta Hawks guard Jeremy Lin scored 16 points against his former team, the Brooklyn Nets, on Wednesday night. This was the 30-year-old veteran's second game in a row where he has logged over 28 minutes of action in addition to scoring at least 16 points during that same span. [...]

Atlanta Hawks guard Jeremy Lin (back) is available for Friday's game against the Boston Celtics. He's missed the last two games due to a back issue, but it appears that Lin is healthy enough to return to the court. Tyler Dorsey should see less playing time with Lin returning, but neither are reliable fantasy options.

Looking ahead into Week 9, owners should have a slight idea of what their team's strengths and weaknesses are. It's never too early to explore trades to boost your team's chances, especially in head-to-head leagues. With that said, we're here to bless you all with everything you guys need to stay ahead of your opponents in all your fantasy leagues. Below are our recommended waiver wire pickupsfor Week 9 of the fantasy basketball season, for those looking to beef up their teams. [...]

Atlanta Hawks guard Jeremy Lin (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets. The Hawks are banged up and will be shorthanded for this contest. Trae Young will be a solid DFS option because he'll see all the minutes he can handle. Deandre Bembry, Tyler Dorsey, and Justin Anderson will see increased playing time as well.

Atlanta Hawks guard Jeremy Lin (back) was only able to play four minutes on [...]