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Should I Start Dwight Powell or Kyrie Irving?

Data-driven NBA fantasy start/sit decision. Recent game logs, trend analysis, and a verdict based on actual performance — not gut feel.

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Kyrie Irving
Based on recent average (35.5 pts) and trend vs Dwight Powell (17.5 pts)
Dwight Powell
F-C · DAL · NBA
17.5
avg pts (8g)
8
std dev
▲ trending up
last 4g
Last 5 games
27.4W164
30.7W163
15.1W161
14.1W160
8.4W158
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Kyrie Irvingquestionable
G · DAL · NBA
35.5
avg pts (8g)
13.8
std dev
▲ trending up
last 4g
Last 5 games
51.3W11
34.4W9
38.2W7
33.7W4
21.8W2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Dwight Powell or Kyrie Irving?
Based on recent performance, start Kyrie Irving. Kyrie Irving averages 35.5 fantasy points over their last 8 games. See the full comparison and trend data on this page.
What is Dwight Powell's fantasy value right now?
Dwight Powell has averaged 17.5 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a up trend. Standard deviation of 8 points — some volatility week to week.
What is Kyrie Irving's fantasy value right now?
Kyrie Irving has averaged 35.5 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a up trend. Standard deviation of 13.8 points — some volatility week to week.

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