Jan. 24 -- Today we'll take another look at players who contribute in the categories in which others at their position typically do not. We're talking guards who board, posts that pass, and big men who shoot threes. Filling out your roster with these types of players is an ideal way to address specific needs while strengthening the overall statistical depth of your fantasy team.

Mike Miller (6.3 rebounds per-game over the past month) – Miller hasn't started a game since December 28th, and is finally finding a way to utilize his skills from long-range and overall offensive game to become a fantasy performer. But his rebounds over the past month have been off the charts, as Miller has hit double-digits five times and has become one of the best rebounding guards – and sixth men – in the league.

Bobby Jackson (5.2 rebounds per-game over the past month) – After a near triple-double and a few big performances in the past week, it looks as if Jackson has shushed the naysayers that doubted he would be able to come in and contribute immediately in Damon Stoudamire's absence. The fact that Jackson is over five rebounds per-game over the past month demonstrates the effort he puts out on the floor, and despite the fact that the Grizzlies are still reportedly looking for another veteran guard to shore up the backcourt, he is still a worthy addition for the rest of the season.

Steve Nash and Kirk Hinrich (5 rebounds per-game over the past month) – These two guards not known for their boards are both pouring them in from the one spot, as Nash's numbers have been just plain crazy but Hinrich has flown under the radar as a top-20 player over the past month. With 17 points, seven assists, five rebounds, two threes and 1.6 steals, he's exhibiting the potential that made him one of the top point guards drafted this season and should continue playing like he deserves an early draft spot.

Jamal Crawford (4.3 rebounds per-game over the past month) – Crawford is another player who found his groove while coming off the bench as the sixth man, and his overall contribution lately has been a huge sparkplug for the oft-sputtering Knicks. Now Crawford is back in the starting lineup, and although his performance as sixth man was impressive, it's always better to have fantasy players starting so they can garner as many minutes on the floor as humanly possible. Crawford is averaging 17 points, 4.3 rebounds, 4.5 assists. 1.1 steals and 1.6 threes over the past month and is a key player to pay attention to as he adjusts to his shifted role.

Francisco Garcia (1.1 blocks per-game over the past month) – The Kings' health is finally rounding into shape, with both Shareef Abdur-Rahim and Peja Stojakovic on the floor and Bonzi Wells not far behind. This means that Francisco Garcia's minutes will be reduced from limited to minimal, although his ability to shoot threes and use his long body and athleticism to defend the other team's best perimeter player (as evidenced by Garcia's tremendous defensive effort against Kobe Bryant last Thursday) makes him a helpful option for the Kings. His 1.1 blocks per-game over the past month also makes him unusual in the fantasy world, and although he only has value in much deeper leagues, Garcia has showed the kind of all-around potential that makes him a name to watch.

Shaun Livingston (.8 blocks per-game over the past month) – Livingston's 6'7" frame allows him to play out of position and guard multiple players from the other team on any given night. It also leads to close to a block per-game for Livingston, who has registered a rejection in nine of the past twelve games. Livingston is only receiving about 25 minutes per-game, and doesn't have the opportunity to run the offense, so he's far from reaching his full potential. But if you're desperate for blocks, plugging him in at the utility position will help alleviate your problem.

Marko Jaric (.7 blocks per-game over the past month) – Jaric is another point guard who uses his height to his advantage, and although he's known for his steals, his blocks are also well above average for a point guard. He started the season slow as it took awhile to grow accustomed to his new team, but now Jaric is firmly entrenched in the Wolves offense and has played well as their point guard over the past two months.

Andre Kirilenko (5.1 assists per-game over the past month) – With the Jazz's complete lack of guard play, AK has been forced to step up and run the offense, which is limiting for the Jazz, but fantastic news for fantasy owners. After his early season injury concerns, Kirilenko is looking primed to post his best season ever, as he's in line to set career highs in rebounds and assists, and if his last month is any indication, three-pointers made as well. This is all along with the typical two steals and three blocks we've come to expect from Kirilenko, who will most likely be a first round pick again next season, injury risk or not.

Vince Carter (5.1 assists per-game over the past month) – Although Jason Kidd leads the show, the ball is constantly exchanged between he and Carter while Richard Jefferson runs around and demands defensive attention. This leads to a ton of assists for Carter, who is seeing single teams for the first time in his career and is passing the ball when he's pressured instead of forcing shots, a luxury he didn't have during his tenure in Toronto. If he ends up right around five assists per-game on the season, getting that many assists from a player other than a point guard is incredibly valuable, and will be reflected in your fantasy standings.

Mike Dunleavy (3.4 assists per-game over the past month) – Dunleavy has really come on over the past month, especially January, showing off his all-around game to the tune of 16.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.4 steals and .9 three-pointers while shooting 49 and 80 percent from the field and stripe respectively. Dunleavy is yet to live up to the early draft pick and huge contract, but if he continues to play like he has lately, he won't be considered the bust he was in November.

Caron Butler (2.0 steals per-game over the past month) – Butler has been awesome recently, and on top of increased points on efficient shooting, he pours in the steals and is even averaging half a block per-game in January, a testament to his defensive effort. Along with AK47 and Shawn Marion, Butler is one of the best stealing forwards in the game and is a definite must-play from this point on, and after starting the season on the bench he has become an indispensable part of the Wizards lineup.

Danny Granger (1.2 steals per-game over the past month) – Granger's steals and blocks have been notable since he's seen his minutes increased, as he's one of the few players capable of giving you over one per-game in both categories. He's recently been yanked from the starting lineup as the Pacers attempt to figure out which starting five works best, although Granger's potential and hustle-style of play will make him a fantasy name for a long time.

Carmelo Anthony (1.5 steals per-game over the past month) – Carmelo's defensive game has taken a momentous leap this season, and it shows in his steal totals. His slimmer physique and tremendous effort on both ends of the floor have made Carmelo a complete player on the court, which translates into a much more valuable fantasy player in your lineup.

Josh Childress (1.2 steals per-game over the past month) – Childress' numbers are just subtle enough to completely ignore, although he's been a very useful fantasy player this season. Terrific field goal percentage along with impressive steal totals, six boards, half a block and no turnovers make him much more valuable than his seemingly pedestrian numbers would indicate.

Rasual Butler (1.8 threes per-game over the past month) – Butler's minutes have increased significantly, and he's guaranteed to give you plenty of longballs. Like James Jones or Vladimir Radmanovic, his overall numbers aren't striking, but if you're desperate for threes, he's good for around two per-game.

Austin Croshere (1.6 threes per-game over the past month) – Croshere's threes are the best part about his game, although he does grab some boards and help you in free throw percentage and has stepped his game up over the past month.

Andres Nocioni (1.4 threes per-game over the past month) – Nocioni is another player who is not starting but is still worth inserting into your own lineup. He posts exceptional percentages and chips in considerable threes for a big man, all while battling Luol Deng for playing time as they kill each other's fantasy value.

Matt Bonner (1.3 threes per-game over the past month) -- Another one-dimensional player, Bonner will give you threes while posting nice percentages with some steals. Bonner is only worth targeting if you're desperate for threes, but if that's the case he'll help more than most forwards, and is becoming a viable option in deeper leagues.

Josh Whitling is a fantasy expert for NBA.com. His column Inside the Obscure Stats runs every Tuesday as part of the NBA.com Premium Scouting Report. Contact him at FutilityIF@TalentedMrRoto.com.

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