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If you don't recognize this dude, it's time to start learning the name "Mario Chalmers." You'll be seeing him a lot on TV this season. (Keith Allison/Flickr)

The pickings are getting slimmer than than Fatboy — or Shady — or Carlos. (Ouch, 0-for-3.)

I’m already getting teary over the fact that we’re nearing the end of this delightful mocking adventure but there’s still work to be done, so let’s truck on, friends.

Concerning Luol Deng vs. Rashard “the hack” Lewis, it appears that things have nearly evened out. Regardless of the outcome, I’m glad Henry and I will have this trifling scuffle to keep track of throughout the season.

We’re not working with all that much in these parts, but what we have are a bunch of players who, like Henry said in round 10, have shots at making some serious comebacks. The rest of the picks basically force you to choose between the known and the unknown. The risks are certainly mitigated down in the last three rounds, but a steal down here will draw the ire and admiration of your opponents.

For you naughty ones who have to catch up, here are round one, round two, round three, round four, round five, round six, round seven, round eight, round nine and round 10.

Now, onward to the almighty round 11: (continue reading…)

"Listen, George. My fantasy squad really needs your help tonight..." (Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Beast of the Night: George Hill grounded the Rockets with 30 points, 2 threes, 2 rebounds, 7 assists, 5 steals and 1 block. He shot 73 percent (11-15) from the floor, 100 percent (6-6) from the free throw line and had 3 turnovers.

Noteworthy Lines:
Chris Kaman – 10-20 FG (50%), 2-6 FT (33%), 22 Pts, 13 Reb, 3 Ast, 3 Blk, 4 TO

Chris Bosh – 12-17 FG (71%), 10-13 FT (77%), 34 Pts, 11 Reb, 1 Ast, 3 Blk, 1 TO

Mo Williams – 6-12 FG (50%), 7-8 FT (88%), 2 3ptm, 21 Pts, 1 Reb, 6 Ast, 3 Stl (continue reading…)

Just another day in the office for James. (Getty Images/Jim McIsaac)

Beast of the Night: LeBron James put up 26 points, 7 rebounds, 14 dimes, 3 steals and 1 block in New Jersey. He shot 56 percent (10-18) from the field, 86 percent (6-7) from the line and had 3 turnovers. Though he’s averaging a career-high 8.6 assists per game this season, he’s also averaging 3.5 turnovers, his worst since his rookie season, not that anyone cares.

Noteworthy Lines:
Lou Williams – 11-15 FG (73%), 7-10 FT (70%), 1 3ptm, 30 Pts, 3 Reb, 3 Ast, 3 Stl, 1 Blk, 2 TO

Tracy McGrady – 6-12 FG (50%), 7-8 FT (88%), 2 3ptm, 21 Pts, 7 Reb, 8 Ast, 3 Stl, 1 Blk, 3 TO

Al Harrington – 10-17 FG (59%), 6 3ptm, 26 Pts, 8 Reb, 3 Ast, 2 TO (continue reading…)

Howard had himself the game of his life last night. (NBAE via Getty Images/Fernando Medina)

Beast of the Night: Dwight Howard was a monster, finishing with 33 points, 17 rebounds, 3 assists, 7 blocks and just 1 turnover. He also shot 69 percent (11-16) from the floor and 85 percent (11-13) from the free throw line.

Noteworthy Lines:
Jose Calderon – 4-10 FG (40%), 2-2 FT (100%), 2 3ptm, 12 Pts, 6 Reb, 9 Ast, 3 TO

Mike Conley – 6-12 FG (50%), 1 3ptm, 13 Pts, 7 Reb, 8 Ast, 1 Stl, 1 Blk

Richard Hamilton – 12-18 FG (67%), 9-9 FT (100%), 3 3ptm, 36 Pts, 5 Reb, 3 Ast, 2 TO (continue reading…)

Webster shouldn't be sneaking around your attention. (NBAE via Getty Images/Sam Forencich)

Beast of the Night: Martell Webster poured in 28 points on 7 threes and adding 1 rebound, 3 assists, 2 steals, 1 block and 1 turnover against the Clippers. He shot 69 percent (9-13) from the floor and 100 percent (3-3) from the free throw line. Webster’s value is safe for now thanks to the Blazers’ trade on Tuesday and he should be owned in most leagues.

Noteworthy Lines:
Jason Richardson – 12-17 FG (71%), 1-2 FT (50%), 2 3ptm, 27 Pts, 6 Reb, 1 Ast, 2 Stl, 2 Blk, 1 TO

Mike Conley – 3-12 FG (25%), 3-4 FT (75%), 1 3ptm, 10 Pts, 1 Reb, 11 Ast, 3 Stl

Kevin Love – 9-14 FG (64%), 3-3 FT (100%), 1 3ptm, 22 Pts, 15 Reb, 1 Ast, 2 TO (continue reading…)