Houston Rockets lead NBA Western Conference playoff race

The NBA Fantasy Salary Cap Edition update for Week 22 highlights the competitive playoff race in the Western Conference. The Houston Rockets are leading with a record of 45-25, closely followed by the Los Angeles Lakers, Denver Nuggets, and Memphis Grizzlies. Houston is on fire, winning eight straight games after a rough stretch earlier in the season. Key players Alperen Sengun and Jalen Green have been crucial during this streak, posting high fantasy points. Green is averaging 40.8 fantasy points per game, while Sengun follows closely with 41. Tari Eason has also stepped up, scoring over 34 fantasy points in five of his last seven games. He has even exceeded 50 points in two of the last three games. In recent standout performances, Quentin Grimes scored 70.6 fantasy points in a game against the Philadelphia 76ers. He recorded 46 points, making it his best game of the season. Deni Avdija also had a great performance, earning 64.2 fantasy points in a win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Jalen Green continues to deliver strong numbers, contributing 62.9 fantasy points in the same game against the 76ers. For fantasy players looking to boost their teams, the injury struggles for the 76ers create opportunities for other players. Grimes, Jared Butler, and Justin Edwards are valuable additions, especially with upcoming games against the Spurs and Hawks. Grimes has surged to an average of 50.3 fantasy points per game recently for a low salary, while Butler and Edwards have also shown potential.