The opening week of the NBA season has wrapped up, delivering thrilling action alongside a concerning wave of injuries. Paolo Banchero will miss four to six weeks with a high ankle sprain, while Jalen Suggs is dealing with a knee injury. Jalen Duren faces at least a two-week absence due to a hamstring strain, Ivica Zubac is nursing an ankle sprain, and Cooper Flagg suffered a shoulder injury. Most devastating is Jalen Williams, who sustained a severe injury Sunday against the Clippers that likely ends his season.

These injuries have created significant opportunities for backup players to step into expanded roles. Here are the top 10 waiver wire additions heading into Week 2, ranked for eight-category scoring formats with roster percentages from Yahoo leagues. Only players rostered in 50 percent or fewer leagues are included.

1. Anthony Black, Orlando Magic (46 percent rostered)

Banchero's extended absence opened the door for Black to see increased minutes, but Suggs' injury virtually guarantees him 30-plus minutes nightly. Black made his season debut Sunday with an impressive 18-point, 3-rebound, 5-assist, 2-steal performance while draining five three-pointers.

Last season across 39 healthy starts, Black posted averages of 16.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.9 triples and 2.2 combined steals and blocks. His ability to contribute across multiple categories combined with guaranteed playing time makes him the top priority addition this week.

2. Jaylen Wells, Memphis Grizzlies (30 percent rostered)

The Grizzlies have emerged as one of the early season's most exciting surprises, with Wells playing a key role in their success. The Washington State product is delivering 15 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 2.3 three-pointers across 28.3 minutes per contest.

Wells has started all but five games since his 2024-25 rookie campaign and holds a secure featured role with this young, ascending Memphis squad. Through three games, he ranks 69th in per-game fantasy value.

3. Alex Caruso, Oklahoma City Thunder (24 percent rostered)

With Jalen Williams likely done for the year, Caruso becomes Oklahoma City's priority pickup. While he offers limited scoring, Caruso contributes through rebounds, assists and defensive statistics that provide strong value in category leagues.

His all-around contributions make him more viable than score-first guards in roto formats. For points league managers, other options may prove superior, but category league players should prioritize Caruso's defensive prowess and peripheral stats.

4. Jay Huff, Indiana Pacers (8 percent rostered)

Zubac sprained his ankle against Brooklyn on Sunday and is not expected to play Monday. The injury occurred early in the game, allowing Huff to start the second half. He finished with 14 points, two rebounds, three assists, two triples and three blocked shots.

Huff generated fantasy buzz for an extended stretch last season and merits addition if Zubac misses additional time beyond Monday. The Pacers play four games this week, giving Huff multiple opportunities to contribute in points, three-pointers and blocks.

5. Tristan da Silva, Orlando Magic (17 percent rostered)

Like Anthony Black, da Silva will be called upon to fill the void left by Banchero and Suggs. Through three contests, da Silva is averaging 12.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 3.3 triples and 1.4 combined steals and blocks across 28 minutes.

He currently ranks 110th in per-game fantasy value through the first week, but his role and minutes should continue expanding. Da Silva represents a quality fallback option if you miss out on acquiring Black.

6. Zaccharie Risacher, Dallas Mavericks (27 percent rostered)

Risacher has quietly emerged as a top-75 player entering Week 2. The 2024 first overall pick spent two underwhelming seasons in Atlanta before being dealt to Dallas, where the change of scenery has worked wonders for his game and fantasy value.

While points, rebounds and assists remain modest, his defensive contributions have been phenomenal. Risacher is averaging 2.3 steals and 1.7 blocks per game while logging a career-high 30.3 minutes. Given his physical tools as a lengthy, athletic defender, these defensive numbers appear largely sustainable.

7. Brook Lopez, Los Angeles Clippers (46 percent rostered)

Lopez has averaged 18 points through his first three games while adding 5.3 boards, 1.7 blocks and two triples. The veteran has not averaged 18-plus points since his final Brooklyn season a decade ago.

He is shooting a career-best 64.5 percent from the field while producing these scoring numbers in just 23.3 minutes off the bench. Regression seems inevitable, but even when it arrives, Lopez remains valuable for his three-point shooting and defensive contributions that hold particular appeal in fantasy basketball.

8. Kris Dunn, Los Angeles Clippers (20 percent rostered)

The 11-year veteran is logging a career-high 31 minutes per game through the first week, and based on the Clippers' roster construction, his role and playing time appear sustainable. Through three games, Dunn is posting 9.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 6.0 assists, 1.3 triples, 3.3 steals and 1.3 blocks.

Unlike his minutes, the defensive contributions will likely decrease somewhat, but even a modest decline there would not significantly diminish his overall appeal as a well-rounded contributor.

9. Grayson Allen, Charlotte Hornets (34 percent rostered)

With injuries to Kon Knueppel and Coby White, Allen has received significant backcourt minutes in Charlotte and ranks as a top-75 player through one week. Allen is averaging 17.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 4.0 triples across 27.3 minutes, accomplishing all this in a bench role.

The timeline for Knueppel and White's return remains unclear, but even when they return to action, Allen should continue soaking up minutes as a spark plug off the bench for a team that emphasizes three-point shooting.

10. Aaron Wiggins, Atlanta Hawks (30 percent rostered)

Through three contests, Wiggins is averaging 17 points, 3.0 boards, 1.7 steals and 3.3 triples. Wiggins spent his first five professional seasons playing mostly off the bench for Oklahoma City in a limited capacity.

He remains a reserve in Atlanta, but Wiggins is enjoying a true Sixth Man role for the Hawks thanks to his career-high 27.3 minutes per game. His shooting percentages will eventually cool down, but Wiggins still holds plenty of appeal as a microwave scorer capable of knocking down threes and generating steals.