TOP 5 NBA NEWSMAKERS FROM WEDNESDAY 8/11/10 TO TUESDAY 8/17/10

We have many great articles planned leading up to the 2010-2011 Fantasy Basketball season including sleepers, busts, rookies, strategy, full player rankings and projections all wrapped up into a nifty draft kit to help you win your league next year. Below, we analyze the top fantasy basketball news items from the previous week.

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5. Anthony, Carmelo SF DEN will likely play elsewhere this season

He's basically told the Nuggets that he won't sign the extension to remain with them. Instead of just letting him just walk after this season, they're sure to try and work out a sign and trade deal as soon as possible. The Knicks and Magic seem to be the two most likely destinations right now.

4. Lee, Courtney SG (NJ) was traded to HOU

Lee never really put it together last year, but we know that he has some talent and maybe just needs a second chance.

3. Ariza, Trevor SF (HOU) was traded to NO

Ariza's value should tick up slightly with the trade, now receiving passes from Chris Paul. His field goal percentage could also rise, as he should take more shots while slashing and fewer while spotting up.

2. Collison, Darren PG (NO) was traded to IND

This trade is huge for Collison. He filled in very well for the injured Chris Paul last year and should shoot up fantasy draft lists after this trade. He should now be considered one of the more solid point guards in the league.

Murphy should still see good minutes and hit threes and rack up rebounds, but the other Nets bigs, Brook Lopez and rookie Derrick Favors will need their minutes, too. Basically, we should expect Murphy's numbers to trend down slightly from last season, but not significantly.

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James Posey F/G (NO) was also dealt to IND. He'll do what he's done the past few years, which is not much in fantasy land.

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