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Eight shot-blockers who could make a difference in fantasy

Which of these two players is leading the Association in blocks this season? Not the one you should expect. Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images

Scanning the current NBA individual statistic leaders, there aren't many surprises. Houston's James Harden is scoring the most points, Oklahoma City's Russell Westbrook piles on the assists and the usual crew of centers is right there in rebounding.

But check out the blocked shots and there's a new name: Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant is first in this noted big-man stat not only on a per-game basis, but he has the most blocks overall. And Durant, scheduled to return from his latest absence Wednesday night, has