The Cut List - Who To Drop for Fantasy Basketball Week 1

Welcome, Rotoballers, we're officially nearing the end of the first week of the NBA season! Lineups and rotations are finally showing data that either proves or disproves some of the reports we all were hearing in the offseason. Coaches just love hyping up some of the role players who don't even get the minutes that […]

Jarred Vanderbilt Set To Miss At Least Two More Weeks

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (heel) has only been able to play one preseason game and hasn't played since then while he deals with left heel bursitis. According to Jovan Buha of The Athletic, Vanderbilt was re-examined by the team's doctors and while his heel is improving, he'll be re-evaluated in two weeks. While […]

Anthony Davis Posts Big Performance In Win Over Suns

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis bounced back from a lackluster game against the Denver Nuggets to post a huge performance against the Phoenix Suns on Thursday. The 30-year-old ended the game with 30 points, 12 rebounds, two assists, three steals, three blocks, and two turnovers while shooting 10-for-17 from the floor and 9-for-10 from […]

Cam Reddish Available On Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Cam Reddish (foot) is officially available for Thursday's game against the Phoenix Suns. He was listed as probable coming into this game due to right foot soreness. It appears this was a minor issue and it won't force Reddish to the sideline. He'll likely play a minimal role in this rotation, […]

The Best of Both Worlds: NBA DFS Cash, GPP, and Player Prop Targets for 10/26 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard.   DFS and Prop/Pick'Em Targets - October 26, 2023 Hello, RotoBallers! This article is here to provide you with a daily grasp on a few targets we can use for GPPs, Cash, and Player Props. These will be tiered so that you […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (10/26/23): Today's Top NBA DFS Lineups

Good morning, Rotoballers! We finally caught a glimpse of Victor Wembanyama on the court last night. Despite a slow start and some foul issues, he found his way in the fourth, sinking nine of his 15 points in the game's closing seven minutes. It will be exciting to watch this young superstar's NBA journey unfold, […]

Fantasy Basketball Mid-Week Streamers: Week 1

The NBA made its return this week with an abbreviated schedule. There were no games on Monday, but Wednesday consisted of 12 games. As we look towards the remainder of the schedule Thursday through Sunday, no team will play more than two games. There are nine teams that will play a back-to-back set, which will […]

Jarred Vanderbilt Remains Unavailable Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (heel) will remain sidelined Thursday against the Suns. He hasn't recovered from a left heel issue that also limited him to just one preseason outing. Vanderbilt's injury has opened the door for Tauren Prince to begin his Lakers career as a starter, and he had a very impressive debut […]

Cam Reddish Probable For Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Cam Reddish (foot) is considered probable for Thursday's matchup against Phoenix. The 24-year-old is nursing a sore right foot. Reddish provided decent minutes off the bench in his Lakers debut on Tuesday versus Denver, scoring seven points and registering four rebounds with one block. The former 10th-overall pick can add a […]

NBA DFS Picks for FanDuel, DraftKings - Lakers vs Suns Thursday Night Showdown

Happy Thursday, RotoBallers! Welcome to our first edition of the NBA showdown article! Some of you may recognize me from various eSports articles throughout the year and I'm here to make my NBA debut with weekly articles every Thursday for one of the NBA showdowns! In our first matchup of the season, we have a […]

NBA Underdog Predictions - Today's DFS Prop Picks for Thursday, October 26, 2023

Happy Thursday, RotoBallers! Welcome to our Underdog Fantasy NBA DFS prop picks for the games on Thursday, October 26, 2023. Welcome to our brand new NBA DFS series covering Underdog Fantasy contests! We will continue to focus on the NBA DFS props offered on Underdog called Higher/Lower (Over/Under). Higher/Lower is traditional over/under DFS prop picks […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (10/25/23): Today's Top NBA DFS Lineups

After an entertaining two-game Opening Night slate featuring some of the NBA's biggest stars, the Association presents its first big extravaganza of the 2023-24 campaign with a 12-game slate Wednesday. There won't be any shortage of noteworthy storylines, including the first look at the Celtics' new-look lineup as they face off against the Knicks, Zion […]

The Best of Both Worlds: NBA DFS Cash, GPP, and Player Prop Targets for 10/24 (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard.   DFS and Prop/Pick'Em Targets - October 24, 2023 Hello, RotoBallers! This article is here to provide you with a daily grasp on a few targets we can use for GPPs, Cash, and Player Props. These will be tiered so that you […]

Jarred Vanderbilt Won't Play In Season Opener

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (heel) has been ruled out for Tuesday's season opener against the Denver Nuggets. This doesn't come as a surprise given the fact Vanderbilt only played in one preseason game. Luckily, this doesn't sound like a long term issue, so Vanderbilt should be fine soon. In the meantime, Rui Hachimura […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (10/24/23): Today's Top NBA DFS Lineups

Tomorrow we embark on yet another NBA season and as someone who covers the NBA from a fantasy/DFS/betting perspective for nearly six straight months, I could not be more excited to start this grind! As usual, we get a two-game slate on opening night with the defending champion Nuggets hosting the Lakers and the Warriors […]

NBA Draft 2023: UDFAs Who Won't Waste Time

It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr. Irrelevant." That's not very accurate though, is it? Speaking historically, the title of "Mr. Irrelevant" could just […]

Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, And Locks: Minnesota Timberwolves 2023-2024 Outlook

With the NBA season right around the corner, it’s time to start breaking down NBA teams and determining what you should expect from individual players on the team this year. Today, I’ll be breaking down the Minnesota Timberwolves and giving their lock, bust, and breakout fantasy player heading into the 2023-24 season. The Minnesota Timberwolves […]

Gabe Vincent Expected To Suit Up Versus Defending Champs

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (back) is expected to play on Tuesday night versus the Denver Nuggets. He's been battling a back issue, although he stated he could have played in the team's final preseason contest. However, the 27-year-old wanted to be sure he was 100% before returning to the court. Vincent, who signed […]

Taurean Prince To Start In Season Opener

Los Angeles Lakers forward Taurean Prince has been named the starting small forward for Opening Night versus the Denver Nuggets. Head coach Darvin Ham said that Prince starting is circumstantial due to Jarred Vanderbilt (heel) being injured. Prince has played well in the preseason and earned the chance to start. The 29-year-old is unlikely to […]

NBA Coaching Changes: 2023-2024 Fantasy Basketball Impact

Coaching changes are more than just a strategic overhaul for teams in the multifaceted universe of the NBA. They reshape on-court dynamics, shift player roles, and redefine the very rhythm of the game. While intriguing for fans, this ebb and flow holds significant implications for fantasy basketball enthusiasts. As the gavel of leadership changes hands, […]

NBA Draft 2023: Second-Round Rookies to Watch Early

It's funny that every year at the NBA Draft, once the end of the guaranteed money and live appearances arrives at the end of the first round, everybody tunes out and refers to the 60th pick as "Mr. Irrelevant." That's not very accurate though, is it? Speaking historically, the title of "Mr. Irrelevant" could just […]

Peripheral Monsters: Stat Stuffers to Target for 2023-2024 Fantasy Basketball

The 2023-2024 NBA season is rapidly approaching and you're probably getting ready for your drafts by doing a bunch of draft prep - which might just include reading this article! Whether you play H2H or Roto, you need to draft players who can contribute in multiple categories. Sure, specialists still carry value, especially if they're […]

Thunder Dan's 2023-2024 Fantasy Basketball Rankings and Draft Analysis

It's about that time! If your league hasn't drafted yet, odds are you are going to draft soon! I have been doing a number of drafts in industry leagues and staff leagues and I am finally ready to unveil my first look at my rankings. Now there are still two weeks of preseason games and […]

Alex Burns's 9-Category Fantasy Basketball Rankings for 2023-2024

Well, we made it. Almost. After what seemed like the quickest offseason in NBA history, we are less than two weeks away from watching hoops that count. The NBA's return also brings with it the thing that we all cherish most: fantasy basketball. Back in July, I kicked off the offseason with my Way Too […]

Jarred Vanderbilt Unavailable On Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (heel) won't suit up for Thursday's preseason matchup against the Phoenix Suns. Vanderbilt has been dealing with a lingering heel issue throughout the preseason. It's a shame because he entered training camp in competition for the starting power forward spot. The expectation is that Rui Hachimura and Taurean Prince […]

Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, And Locks: Houston Rockets 2023-2024 Outlook

With the NBA season right around the corner, it’s time to start breaking down NBA teams and determining what you should expect from individual players on the team this year. Today, I’ll be breaking down the Houston Rockets and giving their lock, bust, and breakout fantasy player heading into the 2023-24 season. The Houston Rockets […]

Scotty Pippen Jr. Waived By Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers guard Scotty Pippen Jr. has been waived by the organization on Monday. The Lakers decided to move on from Damion Baugh, and Vincent Valerio-Bodon as well. However, Pippen is the most notably considering he's the son of Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen. It's possible that these three come back and join the […]

Taurean Prince Making Good Case To Be Starter For Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers forward Taurean Prince has impressed in the preseason and could end up being the fifth starter for the team. "You can just throw him on the floor," Lakers head coach Darvin Ham said of Prince last week. "He's a pro's pro. He's the quintessential three-and-D guy. His scrappiness. His activity. His communication […]

LeBron James Logs 18 Minutes On Friday Night

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James had 12 points in the exhibition loss to Golden State on Friday night. He added five assists and two boards. The 38-year-old has been active during the preseason, a terrific sign, considering he missed time last season due to a foot injury. Even at his advanced NBA age, James […]

Anthony Davis Has Another Productive Preseason Showing

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis scored 13 points in Friday's loss to the Warriors. He added six rebounds, four assists, and a steal. The 30-year-old went 3-for-8 from the field in this one. However, outside of that, he has played well during his three preseason appearances. Davis is coming off a terrific 2022-23 campaign, […]