Pascal Siakam

Pascal Siakam produced 34 points (11-26 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 18 rebounds, five assists, and a block across 38 minutes in the Raptors’ OT win over the Pelicans on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

There’s a new sheriff in town for the Raptors, as Siakam exerted his dominance in the season-opener. Now the focal point of the offense, he produced a massive double-double that was sure to leave fantasy owners thrilled. It was concerning to see him foul out, but given the huge game he put together, it can be overlooked here. After last year’s breakout, he seems poised to take another step forward this season.

Pascal Siakam has agreed to a four-year max extension with the Toronto Raptors, Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

Fantasy Impact

Last year’s Most Improved Player averaged 16.9 points, 6.9 boards, 3.1 assists, and 1.6 combined blocks/steals in his breakout campaign, playing a pivotal role in Toronto’s championship run. With Kawhi Leonard out the door and Kyle Lowry on the backside of his career, Siakam will be the face of the franchise moving forward. Expect a heavy usage rate from the fourth-year forward this season, making him a worthy fantasy pick inside the top-30.

Pascal Siakam and the Toronto Raptors have reportedly come to terms on a four-year maximum contract extension. Siakam posted averages of 16.9 points, 6.9 rebounds and 3.1 assists while shooting an excellent 54.9% from the field in 2018-19.

Fantasy Impact

It was only a matter or time, but the Raptors new go-to guy got his money. After taking a major step and earning Most Improved Player honours and playing a major role on a championship team last season, the Raptors will turn to Siakam to fill a major void left behind by Kawhi Leonard. The sky is the limit, and Siakam should be highly coveted in fantasy drafts because the volume will be there and he's one of the more unique, well rounded stat-stuffers the league has to offer.

Toronto forward Pascal Siakam has been named the 2018-19 NBA Most Improved Player.

Fantasy Impact

Siakam took a big step forward in a number of categories this season. He increased his scoring average from 7.3 to 16.9 and upped his three point shooting percentage from 22.0 to 36.9. He also recorded 6.9 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game - all career highs. Siakam was a key factor in delivering the first ever NBA championship to Toronto.

Pascal Siakam was announced as NBA’s most improved player for the 2018-2019 season on Monday night. “Spicy P” was a huge factor in the Raptors Championship run and this award was well deserved.

Fantasy Impact

Siakam averaged 16.9 points and 6.9 rebounds in his third season with the Raptors. This was a huge jump from the 7.3 points and 4.5 points he averaged last year. Look for Siakams’ game to continue to improve this upcoming season as he becomes a more confident shooter from the perimeter.