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          Fantasy basketball: Don't overlook bench stars like Jordan Clarkson, Chris Boucher

          Veteran sixth man Jordan Clarkson is averaging career highs in almost every category this season. AP Photo/Rick Bowmer
          • Eric Karabell, ESPN Senior WriterJan 26, 2021, 05:06 PM
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          Fantasy basketball managers tend to ignore the players that do not start games, often tying together production with minutes. Sure, in general it is easier to deliver the big statistics the more one plays, but not always. For example, check out the sizzling Utah Jazz with starting forward Royce O'Neale and sixth-man extraordinaire Jordan Clarkson.