RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

Nick Whalen and Brandon Kravitz break down the James Harden trade, including how it affects fantasy basketball and the NBA futures market. Then, the guys discuss some players off to shaky starts, including Paolo Banchero, LaMelo Ball and Scoot Henderson. Finally, they finish out by answering some live listener questions on all things fantasy hoops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve "Dr. A" Alexander is joined by Atlanta Hawks play-by-play man Bob Rathburn to discuss the James Harden trade and some early fantasy breakout plays before doing a deep dive on the Hawks.00:00 Intro05:20 James Harden09:50 Jalen Duren, Max Strus, Cam Thomas16:07 Hawks/Dejounte Murray18:15 Anthony Edwards20:20 Jalen Johnson23:16 Saddiq Bey/De'Andre Hunter28:08 Trae Young29:30 Quin Snyder35:20 Clint Capela & Onyeka Okongwu40:00 Victor Wembanyama, Ralph Sampson, Larry Bird, Steph Curry44:30 Nuggets & Jokic45:54 In-Season Tournament Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha desperately try not to overreact to the first six days of the NBA season. The guys discuss LeBron's minutes, Milwaukee's up-and-down start, the Raptors' rotation, the Rockets, Anfernee Simons' injury and much more before spending the second half of the show answering listeners' fantasy questions.-----Underdog Fantasy is the #1 platform for NBA Best Ball and DFS Player Pick'em contests. If you haven't tried Underdog yet, new Underdog users receive a first-time deposit bonus up to $500 AND a free 6-month subscription to RotoWire with promo code R-W-N-B-A. That's promo code R-W-N-B-A. -----Visit UnderdogFantasy.com or download the Underdog app today and use promo code R-W-N-B-A to claim your free RotoWire subscription and deposit bonus. The NBA season is here! On behalf of our friends at Vivid Seats, let’s get one thing clear: Nothing beats seeing your favorite team crush it on the court to the sound of thousands of screaming fans. Every dunk, dribble, and every heart-pounding play of your favorite team, live and in person.And because Vivid Seats is the only ticketing company where you can earn rewards on every purchase, you can score amazing deals and unrivaled annual rewards, all season long. Plus, with a 100% Buyer Guarantee, you can be sure your ticket will be as legit as your love for the game. Visit Vivid Seats dot com or download the app today and use promo code ROTOWIRE for $20 off your first $200 purchase.That’s promo code R-O-T-O-W-I-R-E for $20 off your first $200 ticket purchase.Download the app or visit VividSeats.com. Vivid Seats. Experience it live.-----Lebron vs Jordan. Magic vs Bird. Barkley vs. McHale. Basketball is synonymous with legendary player rivalries. They make the game more fun, and give fans the storylines that raise the stakes every time those players meet on the court or come up in conversation. Now, every player matchup and head-to-head debate can be settled on Rival Fantasy.This NBA season, you can play Challenges, where you decide which NBA player will score more fantasy points in their next game. Play the Rival Fantasy in-house Challenges, or create your own and get a friend in the mix with customizable Social Challenges. Sign up at joinrival.com/rotowire now and get a $200 deposit match. Get in on this NOW before the 2023-24 season tips off!It’s time to step up to the Challenge on Rival Fantasy. See you in the Arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the news before jumping into waiver options and DFS picks. 1:00 News7:00 Fan Feedback9:00 Waiver Wire Begins (and goes until DFS segment at 29:45)9:45 Xavier Tillman and Santi Aldama11:30 Coby White13:00 Dereck Lively14:45 Jalen Johnson17:00 Cam Thomas20:15 Max Strus22:45 Caris LeVert23:45 Isaiah Joe26:15 Josh Okogie29:45 DFS Segment43:15 Old Man Rant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve "Dr. A" Alexander and Noah Rubin recap Wednesday's monster, 12-game slate, discussing all of the biggest fantasy-relevant takeaways.00:00 Intro03:30 Hawks07:30 Stars who went off9:00 Cam Thomas14:22 Horton-Tucker17:02 Wemby, Spurs, Mavs, Dereck Lively25:02 Max Strus28:52 Kevin Love30:50 PJ Washington and Mark Williams31:55 Pacers, Bruce Brown, Buddy Hield, Jalen Smith34:45 Quickley, Stewart, Duren, Wiseman, Bagley, Schroder, White, Barnes38:20 Thursday Preview: Bucks-Sixers, Suns-Lakers; Big night for KD?45:40: 30-team draft reviewVivid Seats: Buy and Sell Sports and Concert TicketsUnderdog Fantasy deposit match link Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen is joined by Brandon Kravitz to recap Lakers-Nuggets and Suns-Warriors. The guys discuss AD's second-half no-show, LeBron's 29-minute night, Chris Paul's Golden State debut and much more. Then, the guys pass along the latest in the James Harden Saga before discussing some early-season betting strategies. The guys finish out by previewing Wednesday's 12-game slate, headlined by Victor Wembanyama's debut.0:00: Intro0:55: Lakers fall, LeBron’s workload3:00: Nuggets pick up where they left off4:45: Anthony Davis no-shows second half10:00: James Harden latest updates14:30: Suns-Warriors17:55: Nurkic in Phoenix25:10: Phoenix’s point guard situation31:15: Another James Harden update33:00: Brandon’s NBA betting tips42:35: Best bets for Wednesday night46:00: Can Lauri Markkanen repeat last season?46:48: Under-the-radar games to watch Wednesday night50:20: Least-interesting games of the night Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve "Dr. A" Alexander is joined by Noah Rubin to look ahead at the first few nights of the NBA regular season. The guys discuss injuries to Bradley Beal, Draymond Green and Devin Booker, as well as which games to watch on Wednesday's 12-game slate. Later, the guys discuss boom or bust players, Jeremy Sochan: Point Guard, late-round picks, Andrew Wiggins' outlook, Ben Simmons and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and James Anderson go on the record to make their official picks for all 15 Western Conference team win total over/unders.0:00: Intro1:50: Dallas Mavericks5:30: Denver Nuggets10:40: Golden State Warriors14:00: Houston Rockets18:50: LA Clippers24:05: LA Lakers27:58: Memphis Grizzlies33:20: Minnesota Timberwolves38:38: New Orleans Pelicans42:40: OKC Thunder47:15: Phoenix Suns51:56: Portland Trail Blazers55:05: San Antonio Spurs58:50: Sacramento Kings1:03:10: Utah JazzUnderdog Fantasy is the #1 platform for NBA Best Ball and DFS Player Pick'em contests. If you haven't tried Underdog yet, new Underdog users receive a first-time deposit bonus up to $500 AND a free 6-month subscription to RotoWire with promo code R-W-N-B-A.Visit https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-ZlxKYigcNs or download the Underdog app today and use promo code R-W-N-B-A to claim your free RotoWire subscription and deposit bonus.-----The NBA season is here! On behalf of our friends at Vivid Seats, let’s get one thing clear: Nothing beats seeing your favorite team crush it on the court to the sound of thousands of screaming fans. Every dunk, dribble, and every heart-pounding play of your favorite team, live and in person.And because Vivid Seats is the only ticketing company where you can earn rewards on every purchase, you can score amazing deals and unrivaled annual rewards, all season long. Plus, with a 100% Buyer Guarantee, you can be sure your ticket will be as legit as your love for the game. Visit https://www.vividseats.com/?wsUser=948 or download the app today and use promo code ROTOWIRE for $20 off your first $200 purchase. Download the app or visit Vivid Seats dot com. Vivid Seats. Experience it live.-----Lebron vs Jordan. Magic vs Bird. Barkley vs. McHale. Basketball is synonymous with legendary player rivalries. They make the game more fun, and give fans the storylines that raise the stakes every time those players meet on the court or come up in conversation. Now, every player matchup and head-to-head debate can be settled on Rival Fantasy.This NBA season, you can play Challenges, where you decide which NBA player will score more fantasy points in their next game. Play the Rival Fantasy in-house Challenges, or create your own and get a friend in the mix with customizable Social Challenges. Sign up at joinrival.com/rotowire now and get a $200 deposit match. Get in on this NOW before the 2023-24 season tips off!It’s time to step up to the Challenge on Rival Fantasy. See you in the Arena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss players who are rising and falling on draft boards due to preseason performance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve "Dr. A" Alexander and Rick Kamla discuss the top news of the day, including Stephen Curry's game-winner against the Kings and latest in the James Harden vs. Daryl Morey saga. Then, the guys talk about their favorite picks for MVP, Most Improved Player and Rookie of the Year. They also debate who should go No. 2 overall in drafts, the ideal draft slot, end-of-Round-1 targets, 'Do Not Draft' lists and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen (@wha1en) is joined by Brandon Kravitz (@BrandonKravitz) to talk all things fantasy basketball. The guys start by giving their observations from Tuesday night's preseason action, including an eye-opening performance from Zion Williamson. They also talk Franz Wagner, Pascal Siakam and Kristaps Porzingis. Next, the guys discuss Nick's list of the safest players to draft in each round before finishing out by running through a handful of their favorite late-round targets.0:00: Intro2:00: Latest James Harden update7:40: Tyrese Maxey fantasy upside9:50: Magic-Pelicans preseason observations19:00: Julian Strawther preseason hype21:00: Are you in on Kristaps Porzingis?23:00: Raptors-Bulls + What is Toronto's plan?32:15: Safest players to draft in each round33:45: Nikola Jokic, Jayson Tatum37:20: Trae Young39:45: Bam Adebayo, Pascal Siakam42:05: Franz Wagner, Rudy Gobert48:00: Buddy Hield50:05: Favorite late-round values51:00: Ivica Zubac52:25: Zach Collins54:20: Jaden Ivey56:30: Collin Sexton58:40: Saddiq Bey1:00:15: Herbert Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve "Dr. A" Alexander is joined by the K-Train, Ken Crites, to talk about their respective "Guys" -- players they're targeting as much as possible -- for the 2023-24 NBA Season. The guys also discuss early-round strategy, including Ken's ideal first four picks in standard leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In an annual tradition, James Anderson joins Nick Whalen to pick all 30 win total over/unders for the 2023-24 NBA season. The guys begin with the Eastern Conference, giving their thoughts on each team's number.0:00: Intro2:55: Atlanta Hawks7:15: Brooklyn Nets12:15: Boston Celtics18:15: Charlotte Hornets24:15: Chicago Bulls30:45: Cleveland Cavaliers37:45: Detroit Pistons42:20: Indiana Pacers46:20: Miami Heat48:50: Milwaukee Bucks52:35: New York Knicks56:00: Orlando Magic59:20: Philadelphia 76ers1:05:05: Toronto Raptors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss late-round darts for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rick Kamla and Steve "Dr. A" Alexander talk all things fantasy basketball, hitting on preseason standouts, notable lineup decisions and position battles as Opening Night approaches.0:00 Intro2:30 Wemby and Chet13:00 Kyrie Irving16:38 Bruce Brown19:45 Derrick Rose21:05 Talen Horton-Tucker22:47 Coby White25:17 Hornets Forwards28:10 Jaden Ivey31:35 Thompson Twins39:16 Peyton Pritchard42:00 Load Management Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and Brandon Kravitz begin by discussing the top takeaways from Tuesday's NBA preseason slate, including impressive showings by Paolo Banchero and Markelle Fultz, Dillon Brooks getting ejected in less than six minutes, NBA debuts for Scoot Henderson and Brandon Miller, and much more. Then, the guys each hand out their three favorite NBA win total bets for the season. Finally, they finish out with a few rounds of the classic game "Who Would You Rather Draft?"0:00: Intro2:00: Banchero, Fultz look good; Jonathan Isaac expectations7:45: Zion Williamson9:40: Bucks-Grizzlies12:20: Johnny Davis concerns15:30: Emoni Bates talk17:00: Rockets-Pacers23:30: Favorite NBA win total bets23:40: Atlanta Hawks (U42.5)26:20: New Orleans Pelicans (O44.5)29:25: Brooklyn Nets (U37.5)32:20: New York Knicks (O44.5)34:55: Chicago Bulls discussion37:05: Charlotte Hornets (O30.5)39:40: OKC Thunder (O44.5)42:50: ADP Showdowns43:15: Steph Curry vs. Tyrese Haliburton44:35: Victor Wembanyama vs. Karl-Anthony Towns46:50: Jalen Brunson vs. James Harden49:55: Jamal Murray vs. Jordan Poole52:15: Evan Mobley vs. Deandre Ayton54:30: Walker Kessler vs. Chet Holmgren56:20: Russell Westbrook vs. Scoot Henderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve "Dr. A" Alexander is joined by Brian Rosenworcel (drummer from the band Guster) to discuss Chet Holmgren vs. Victor Wembanyama, Jalen Brunson's fantasy outlook, Jordan Poole's upside, the Bucks-Celtics debate and much more!0:00 Intro3:00 Braves Win5:05 Chet Holmgren & Victor Wembanyama8:20 Jalen Williams + Thunder10:25 Steve's top-5 players in 9-cat13:15 Austin Reaves15:20 Jalen Brunson & Mikal Bridges17:50 Jordan Poole19:15 Lauri Markkanen21:00 James Harden24:10 Ben Simmons24:30 Bucks/Celtics27:00 Desmond Bane27:50 Jaren Jackson Jr. 32:15 Kevin Durant33:15 Cam Johnson34:15 Bruce Brown39:15 Walker Kessler/Alperen Sengun40:43 Isaiah Hartenstein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha take a game-by-game look at opening weekend of the NBA preseason. If you like MarJon Beauchamp, Jarace Walker and/or Talen Horton-Tucker talk, this episode is for you. The guys discuss Jaden Ivey coming off the bench, John Collins starting next to Lauri Markkanen, Bennedict Mathurin vs. Buddy Hield and much more. Later, they discuss a handful of polarizing players, including Julius Randle, Fred VanVleet and Rudy Gobert.0:00: Intro2:30: 76ers-Celtics10:25: Bucks-Bulls15:45: Suns-Pistons21:00: Is it over for James Wiseman?23:07: Pacers-Grizzlies28:20: Raptors-Kings31:05: Clippers-Jazz35:50: Polarizing players in fantasy basketball38:45: Julius Randle39:50: Rudy Gobert43:20: Drafting injury-prone players early48:30: Fred VanVleetUnderdog Fantasy is the #1 platform for Best Ball leagues, including fantasy basketball. Underdog's featured Best Ball tournament for the upcoming NBA season has $500,000 in total prizes. If you haven't tried Underdog yet, new Underdog users receive a first-time deposit bonus up to $100 AND a free 6-month subscription to RotoWire with promo code R-W-N-F-L. That's promo code R-W-N-F-L. Visit Underdog Fantasy dot com or download the Underdog app today and use promo code R-W-N-F-L to claim your free RotoWire subscription and deposit bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex advise fantasy managers to avoid 9 players at their current ADP in category formats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Veteran NBA analysts Rick Kamla and Steve "Dr. A" Alexander get you ready for the 2023-24 fantasy basketball season. The guys discuss changes in value for Damian Lillard, Jrue Holiday and Deandre Ayton before getting into the James Harden Saga in Philly. Later, the guys talk Jimmy Butler, Anthony Davis, expectations for Miles Bridges' return, and much more.00:00 Intro6:30 Damian Lillard12:00 Jrue Holiday17:36 Deandre Ayton22:00 James Harden29:40 Jimmy Butler33:33 Anthony Davis39:39 Mikal Bridges44:45 Miles Bridges47:15 Brandon Miller49:50 Luka DoncicUnderdog Fantasy is the #1 platform for Best Ball leagues, including fantasy basketball. Underdog's featured Best Ball tournament for the upcoming NBA season has $500,000 in total prizes. If you haven't tried Underdog yet, new Underdog users receive a first-time deposit bonus up to $100 AND a free 6-month subscription to RotoWire with promo code R-W-N-F-L. That's promo code R-W-N-F-L. Visit UnderdogFantasy/com or download the Underdog app today and use promo code R-W-N-F-L to claim your free RotoWire subscription and deposit bonus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen is joined by Brandon Kravitz to discuss James Harden's (alleged) arrival at Sixers training camp and Brandon's observations from Orlando Magic media day. Then, the guys dive into their favorite futures markets, including Rookie of the Year, MVP, Coach of the Year, Most Improved Player, team win totals and, of course, NBA Finals bets.0:00: Intro2:00: James Harden's future13:40: Orlando Magic preview15:30: Jalen Suggs' renewed focus17:30: Paolo Banchero Year 2 expectations21:00: Anthony Black + Jett Howard24:45: Do the Magic have too many ball-handlers?29:55: 2023-24 NBA Finals odds32:45: Lakers or Warriors to win the Finals?36:35: Brandon's longshot Finals bet39:00: Team win total bets42:14: NBA MVP betting market45:00: Chet Holmgren for Rookie of the Year?50:15: Most Improved Player odds55:13: Giannis' DPOY case58:50: Coach of the Year odds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve "Dr. A" Alexander and Noah Rubin discuss the top fantasy basketball news of the day before diving into some of their favorite targets in early drafts. The guys talk James Harden, Zion Williamson, Jrue Holiday, Damian Lillard and Victor Wembanyama. Later, they re-hash the results of some recent mock drafts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen is joined by Dan Titus from Yahoo Sports to discuss the fantasy fallout from the Damian Lillard and Jrue Holiday trades. Later, the guys talk about how fantasy managers should handle James Harden, as well as a few young guards who could be set for big-time breakouts this season.0:00: Intro3:00: Portland's roster post-trades10:15: Celtics with Holiday and Porzingis16:40: Handicapping the top of the East18:50: Jusuf Nurkic in Phoenix22:45: Khris Middleton as the Bucks' third option28:30: How to handle James Harden in fantasy34:44: Do you trust Zion Williamson?40:40: Should you draft Ja Morant?43:35: Breakout guards in fantasy (Cade Cunningham, Jordan Poole) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss NBA Fantasy sleepers for 2023-24, focusing primarily on Yahoo and ESPN leagues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the growing Best Ball format -- what is it, why you should play it and general tips -- before diving into sleepers and busts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha are back with a late-summer edition of the RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast! The guys use a recent mock draft (August 30th) as their guide to discuss the top values, underrated players, risky investments, late-round steals and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken and Alex draft teams of six players in a roto league that will play out with...a large pizza on the line. It's never too early to start preparing for your fantasy basketball drafts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha recap Game 4 between the Celtics and Heat and debate whether Boston can truly climb back into this series as it shifts to Boston. Then, the guys dissect the end of the Lakers-Nuggets series before discussing LeBron's future, where his legacy stands right now and what his best options may be going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha talk Celtics-Heat Game 1, Lakers-Nuggets Game 2 and examine the repercussions of the NBA Draft Lottery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha begin by discussing the NBA Draft Lottery and deciding which outcomes would be the most fun. Could Victor Wembanyama try to force his way to a certain team? Would any team consider trading the No. 1 pick? Then, the guys move on to the Conference Finals, previewing Lakers-Nuggets and Heat-Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha discuss the Sixers' shocking beatdown of the Celtics in Game 5, as well as the Nuggets cruising to a blowout win over the Suns on Tuesday night. The guys also discuss Lakers-Warriors and Knicks-Heat, as well as debate the most interesting Finals matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha discuss all four active NBA Playoff series, including a deep dive on a thrilling Game 4 between the Lakers and Warriors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha recap the Celtics' 34-point drubbing of the 76ers on Wednesday night before talking Lakers-Warriors Game 2 and the Suns' future if they lose their Round 2 series to Denver. Then, the guys discuss the ideal NBA Draft Lottery scenarios before debating the biggest risers, biggest fallers and high-risk players looking ahead to the 2023-24 fantasy basketball season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha put a bow on the fantasy basketball season, discussing the season's top-10 players and looking ahead to the top of 2023-24 fantasy drafts. Then, the guys talk Lakers-Warriors Game 1, Heat-Knicks Game 2, Joel Embiid's (expected) return to action Wednesday, as well as the Suns' chances to hang around with Chris Paul sidelined. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha recap all four of Wednesday night's NBA playoff games, beginning with a deep dive into an all-time collapse by Milwaukee. Then, the guys talk Knicks-Cavs and a disappointing series from Cleveland before digging in on Warriors-Kings. Next, they dissect Lakers-Grizzlies and wonder if betting Memphis to win the series is the best value play on the board. Finally, the guys finish out by handing out their favorite Finals MVP bets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha take a series-by-series look at Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs, beginning with the Bucks' shocking collapse in Miami on Monday night. Then, the guys discuss the Lakers' overtime win over the Grizzlies and whether LeBron James' foot will prevent the Lakers from advancing beyond Round 2. Later, Nick and Alex talk Hawks-Celtics, Nuggets-Timberwolves and Clippers-Suns -- will LA attempt to retain Russell Westbrook this summer? -- before finishing out with their updated Finals picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha go around the league breaking down their betting leans and observations from each playoff series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha begin by discussing the Defensive Player of the Year voting before diving into Warriors-Kings, Nets-76ers, Clippers-Suns, Heat-Bucks and Lakers-Grizzlies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the NBA playoffs tipping off and the MLB season in full swing, it’s time for a new kind of daily fantasy game. Go to play.rivalfantasy.com/signup and use code RotowireNBA at sign-up and deposit a minimum of $25 to get your first entry on Rival protected up to $50!Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha break down their lists of the most underrated NBA storylines from the 2023-23 season -- both fantasy and non-fantasy. Topics include: Onyeka Okongwu: per-36 monster What happened to Bradley Beal? Tyrese Haliburton's effect on the Pacers Markelle Fultz's progression Devin Vassell's quietly strong third season Three-point attempts regress for first time in over a decade Clearing the bar for "elite" status Kristaps Porzingis: top-15 fantasy player Ben Simmons' future How good can the Thunder be next season? A collectively "good not great" year for the 2021 NBA Draft class Filling out the All-Defense Teams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha discuss the playoff races in each conference, including the Lakers battling to stay out of the Play-In Tournament and the Mavericks still hanging on for a potential Play-In spot. Later, the guys discuss avoiding Phoenix in the playoffs, Shaedon Sharpe's late-season breakout, and Alex's rundown of the biggest lessons from the 2022-23 fantasy basketball season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex do their thing in the final Friday podcast of the 2022-23 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen is joined by Kenny Ducey from the Action Network to discuss playoff scenarios, late-season tanking, the wide open West, the Knicks' ceiling and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the latest news before diving into waiver wire suggestions and DFS plays for Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha name their respective All-NBA teams and talk through the decision-making process, biggest snubs, toughest calls and much more.WHALEN'S FIRST TEAMC: Joel Embiid, PHIF: Giannis Antetokounmpo, MILF: Jayson Tatum, BOSG: Luka Doncic, DALG: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, OKCWHALEN'S SECOND TEAMC: Nikola Jokic, DENF: Jimmy Butler, MIAF: Julius Randle, NYKG: Donovan Mitchell, CLEG: James Harden, PHIWHALEN'S THIRD TEAMC: Domantas Sabonis, SACF: Lauri Markkanen, UTAF: Jaylen Brown, BOSG: Damian Lillard, PORG: De’Aaron Fox, SAC---------------------------------------BARUTHA'S FIRST TEAMC: Joel Embiid, PHIF: Giannis Antetokounmpo, MILF: Jayson Tatum, BOSG: Luka Doncic, DALG: Donovan Mitchell, CLEBARUTHA'S SECOND TEAMC: Joel Embiid, PHIF: Lauri Markkanen, UTAF: Jimmy Butler, MIAG: James Harden, PHIG: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, OKCBARUTHA'S THIRD TEAMC: Domantas Sabonis, SACF: Pascal Siakam, TORF: Julius Randle, NYKG: Jrue Holiday, MILG: Damian Lillard, POR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha begin by discussing... the Portland Trail Blazers and whether or not fantasy managers should be panicking about a Damian Lillard shutdown. Then, they break down the news that all three of Karl-Anthony Towns, Luka Doncic and Ja Morant will return Wednesday night, as well as updates on Paul George and Zion Williamson. Later, the guys discuss where the Clippers go from there, Zion's future/trade value, the Thunder's place in the 2023-24 Western Conference and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex recap the latest NBA news before diving into waiver wire suggestions and DFS analysis for Friday's slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha go team-by-team through the Eastern Conference, offering analysis, fantasy news, injury updates and more on each franchise.We're excited to thank our sponsor, Supported Intelligence, for their generous support! With Smart Bracket, their AI decision-making tool, you can gain an edge in your bracket predictions. Available on the App Store, Google Play and on the web, improve your bracket today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha go team-by-team through the Western Conference, discussing fantasy news and notes for all 15 franchises.We're excited to thank our sponsor, Supported Intelligence, for their generous support! With Smart Bracket, their AI decision-making tool, you can gain an edge in your bracket predictions. Available on the App Store, Google Play and on the web, improve your bracket today at SmartBracket.io! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the latest news before diving into waiver wire suggestions and DFS plays.We're excited to thank our sponsor, Supported Intelligence, for their generous support! With Smart Bracket, their AI decision-making tool, you can gain an edge in your bracket predictions. Available on the App Store, Google Play and on the web, improve your bracket today at SmartBracket.io! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Whalen is joined by Dan Titus from Yahoo Fantasy to break down the latest news on Luka Doncic, Kevin Durant and Lonzo Ball, as well as how fantasy managers should handle the Ja Morant situation. Later, Dan discusses his biggest hits and misses of the season, as well as a handful of players who will be difficult to rank in 2023-24. The guys also discuss: Walker Kessler's breakout rookie season, Jabari Smith's struggles, the rise of De'Aaron Fox, most fun Victor Wembanyama landing spots, Wembanyama the fantasy prospect and much more.We're excited to thank our sponsor, Supported Intelligence, for their generous support! With Smart Bracket, their AI decision-making tool, you can gain an edge in your bracket predictions. Available on the App Store, Google Play and on the web, improve your bracket today at SmartBracket.io! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com—enter promo code ROTO15 at checkout to receive 15% off any product.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.