D'Angelo Russell Working To Improve Defensively

Los Angeles Lakers point guard D'Angelo Russell was demoted to the bench for the team's final outing in 2022-23, and he is determined to avoid the same fate in the new season by focusing on improving his defensive play. "Yeah, I mean, last year they found a way to get me off the floor by […]

Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, and Locks - Los Angeles Lakers (2023-24)

Today we will be looking at the Los Angeles Lakers; one of the best teams in the NBA who are looking to finally win their 18th ring. That's right, it's another edition of RotoBaller's Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, and Locks for the 2023-24 season. LeBron James and company started the 2022-23 season as possibly the […]

Austin Reaves Will Be Playing Friday Against Warriors

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves confirmed to reporters that he'll be playing in Friday's preseason contest against the Golden State Warriors. The up-and-coming guard posted a solid performance in his first preseason action against the Nets on Monday. He dropped 18 points 5-for-7 shooting from the floor and added two rebounds and two assists. […]

Anthony Davis To Rest On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Wednesday's exhibition contest against the Sacramento Kings. The team hasn't disclosed why Davis is out, but it's assumed that he's sitting out for rest purposes. LeBron James and Austin Reaves are also sitting out without injuries, so it's assumed the Lakers are just […]

Jarred Vanderbilt Still Sidelined On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (heel) will remain on the sideline for Wednesday's exhibition game against the Sacramento Kings. Vanderbilt will miss his second game in a row as he continues to deal with a lingering heel issue. Hopefully this won't be an extended absence for Vanderbilt. He's competing with Rui Hachimura and Taurean […]

Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, and Locks - Charlotte Hornets (2023-24)

Welcome to yet another edition of RotoBaller's Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, and Locks for the 2023-24 season. Today we will be looking at the Charlotte Hornets; a team that is looking to get back to the play-in tournament after a disappointing season. LaMelo Ball missed most of the year, while Miles Bridges spent the season […]

Darvin Ham Wants To See Anthony Davis Take More Threes

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis helped the team hit 20 triples against Brooklyn in Monday's preseason game, and head coach Darvin Ham wants to see him being even more involved in outside shooting. "I want him, if he can -- I know he won't do it, but maybe he'll shock me -- but I've […]

Three Point Assassins: Experts in Shooting, Assists, and Rebounds (Premium Content)

In fantasy basketball, having top-tier players who can excel in three-point shooting, assists, and rebounding is like finding a hidden treasure. These athletes aren't just specialists; they bring a versatile set of skills to the table. Whether you play roto or H2H, with these players on your roster, you can adapt to different matchups, switching […]

Fantasy Basketball 9-Category Specialists - Thunder Dan's Draft Targets (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Welcome to RotoBaller's 2023-2024 premium draft kit! We're here to be your secret weapon when it comes to this fantasy basketball season. Here I want to highlight my favorite 9-cat specialists, players who can contribute across the board in all nine categories of standard […]

Fantasy Basketball ADP Smashers 2023 - Points Leagues

There aren't many things fantasy managers can agree on entering each NBA season. However, Nikola Jokic is widely considered the best basketball player on the planet, meaning he remains No. 1 overall in preseason ADP rankings in both category and point leagues. But more than a few players, specifically Luka Doncic and Joel Embiid, are […]

Fantasy Basketball ADP Smashers - Category Leagues (Premium Content)

There aren't many things fantasy managers can agree on entering each NBA season. However, Nikola Jokic is widely considered the best basketball player on the planet, meaning he remains No. 1 overall in preseason ADP rankings in both category and point leagues. But more than a few players, specifically Luka Doncic and Joel Embiid, are […]

Draft Room 101: Punting Strategies and Picks (Premium Content)

When drafting your fantasy team, there are a number of different strategies that you can deploy. Rather than blindly building out your roster based on who's available, it's vital to head into your draft with a game plan. Over the last decade, punting categories have become a tactical strategy across the fantasy community. If you […]

Fantasy Basketball Category Studs - Points, Rebounds, And Assists (Premium Content)

With actual NBA hoops a stone's throw away, odds are you have a fantasy draft on the horizon. Luckily for you, the RotoBaller team has you covered with in-depth content to help you get a leg up on your competition. Whether you are a seasoned vet or new to fantasy hoops, understanding how to build […]

Fantasy Basketball Blocks And Steals Studs - Let's Get Defensive (Premium Content)

When draft season comes around, most people look for the players that average the most points, rebounds, or assists, but steals and blocks are just as important. These defensive stats might not be as flashy or exciting, but they hold just as much value and can single-handedly be the difference in you winning your league. […]

Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, And Locks - New Orleans Pelicans 2023-2024 Outlook

The Pelicans are a team that have been on the verge of turning their franchise around for several seasons. They had their season derailed by injuries to Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson last year, but still battled the rest of the year and finished above .500. They bring back most of their roster from last […]

Austin Reaves Will Rest On Saturday Evening

According to ESPN's Dave McMenamin, Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (rest) won't play in Saturday's preseason meeting with the Golden State Warriors. The 25-year-old had a breakout season in 2022-23, averaging 13.0 points, 3.4 assists, and 3.0 rebounds in 64 games. He also shot 39.8% from deep. As a result, LA rewarded him with […]

Fantasy Basketball 9-Category Sleepers: Middle and Late-Round Draft Values (Premium Content)

We are inching closer to the 2023-24 NBA season, which means it's time to start thinking fantasy basketball. It's time to visualize who you can snag at the top of your board, which players can be sneaky breakouts, and who will become your DFS darlings throughout the season. At the top of fantasy draft boards, […]

Rui Hachimura Wants To Attack The Rim More This Season

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura saw a dip in opportunities when he was traded from the Wizards to the Lakers, but seems to be in a prime position to see more minutes. Improvements need to be made to constitute more minutes and Hachimura talked about one of the improvements he's trying to put into […]

LeBron James To Miss Preseason Opener

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) won't play in Saturday's preseason opener against the Warriors. The King missed time last season because of a torn tendon in his foot. At the same time, the injury limited him when he did play. However, James is reportedly in excellent shape and 100% healthy, so fantasy managers […]

Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, and Locks - Chicago Bulls

Welcome back to the second annual fantasy basketball exercise in which RotoBaller dissects each NBA team's breakouts, busts, and locks. As the fantasy basketball season demands extreme detail and attention, taking the time to identify game-breakers and game-changers in the NBA makes the difference between winning or losing your league. Thankfully, RotoBaller is here to […]

Anthony Davis Aims To Play In All 82 Regular-Season Games

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis has an ambitious plan for the 2023-24 NBA season, saying he wants to play in all 82 regular-season games. The injury-prone big man was limited to only 56 appearances a season ago and hasn't managed more than 75 outings across an entire campaign during his 11-year career. However, Davis' […]

Lakers Brass Impressed With Anthony Davis' Offseason Work

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis has impressed the team with his work in the offseason and appears primed for a big campaign. "He's had a tremendous summer, really going to work on his body, his game," head coach Darvin Ham said of Davis via the NH ExperienceTV YouTube Channel. Davis has always been a […]

Fantasy Hockey Rankings for 2023-2024 Drafts - Top 300 for Points Leagues

The 2022-2023 NHL season has come and gone in the blink of an eye with some calling the playoffs ‘the most exciting playoffs in a long time’ due to the numerous upsets and teams who caught fire at the right time. Eventually, the Vegas Golden Knights returned to the Stanley Cup Finals, the second trip […]

Jarred Vanderbilt Receives Four-Year Extension From Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt will be staying in town as he and the team agreed on a new contract extension. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Vanderbilt and the Lakers agreed to a four-year extension worth $48 million. The entire contract is fully guaranteed and includes a player option for the fourth […]

2023-2024 NBA Futures Bets: Season Win Totals - Pacific Division

With the NBA Draft and a good chunk of free agency behind us, major sportsbooks have begun releasing their season win totals for the 2023-2024 campaign. And since we're still more than a month away from televised hoops hitting our TVs, I thought it would be fun to take a closer look at how Vegas […]

Rui Hachimura Seen As Starter Ahead Of Christian Wood

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura looks set to be a starter for the team in 2023-24. After singing a two-year deal with the club this week, Christian Wood noted that Lakers head coach Darvin Ham has told him he sees him playing a "big" role, but team sources have told The Athletic's Jovan Buha […]

Fantasy Basketball Winners And Losers From 2023 NBA Offseason Trades

The dust has settled from the 2023 offseason, and a lot of players have found new homes, both as FAs and signing contracts, and as players who got traded to new teams, and we'll be focusing on the latter today. These players had no control over their new destinations, but now that they're in a […]

Jalen Johnson Has Worked On His Game With LeBron James

Atlanta Hawks forward Jalen Johnson has had a special training partner in the summer as he's prepared for his third NBA season. The 21-year-old shares a trainer with LeBron James in Chris Johnson, and he's had the opportunity to work with the Association's all-time leading scorer in Los Angeles. "He's giving me pointers on how […]

Austin Reaves Drops Team-High 15 Points On Monday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves scored a team-high 15 points in Team USA's win over Greece on Monday. He added six assists, five rebounds, and two steals. The 25-year-old, who signed a four-year, $54 million extension with LA this offseason, has played well throughout the FIBA World Cup. Reaves' fantasy appeal was already high […]

NBA Stock Check: Every Eastern Conference Team

Projecting success in the NBA can be really challenging! Despite player movement being at an all-time high, franchises must navigate an 82-game schedule while avoiding serious injuries to star players. Every piece of the puzzle matters, especially considering the new CBA that punishes franchises for overspending by assessing a luxury tax. With all the major […]