{"playerId":302,"percentChange":0,"averageDraftPosition":29.2,"percentOwned":100,"playerRaterSEASON":9.3,"playerRater7DAY":10.7,"mostRecentNews":{"news":"Ellis averaged 19.2 points, 6.0 assists and 3.9 rebounds per game in his first full season with Milwaukee.","spin":"While Ellis' scoring and assist numbers were solid, his poor shooting (41.5 percent FG, 28.7 percent 3Pt) was a major factor in the Bucks' mediocrity this season. Ellis showed flashes of the slashing and finishing ability that was so often on display in his time with Golden State, but he often settled for jump shots and was inconsistent for much of the year. Ellis has an $11 million player option for next season, but he has indicated that he does not plan to exercise it. Teams may be hesitant to sign Ellis given his inefficiency and he could ultimately end up testing the waters and returning to Milwaukee.","date":"Mon Apr 29"},"fullName":"Monta Ellis","seasonOutlook":{"outlook":"No longer is Ellis playing in the wide-open Warriors offense that made him a fantasy star. But that's not necessarily a bad thing. His new coach, Scotty Skiles, will demand quality shot selection and plenty of defense, which should result in better field goal shooting and rejuvenated steal production. Plus, the Bucks have little else in the way of playmakers outside of Ellis and fellow guard Brandon Jennings, so Ellis will still be his team's primary offensive weapon. One negative change is that Skiles might phase 3-pointers out of his game because he's not very accurate (32.7 percent career 3-point shooter). He's stayed relatively healthy the past couple of seasons, but long-term injuries remain a concern. Nonetheless, he is an elite fantasy option who will go in the early rounds of all drafts.","seasonId":2013,"date":"Wed Oct 10"},"playerRater30DAY":8.6,"playerRater15DAY":9.8,"positionRank":9}