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 […]
The Best of Both Worlds: NBA DFS Cash, GPP, and Player Prop Targets for 10/25 (Premium Content)
All other Premium Tools and Content can be accessed on the premium dashboard. DFS and Prop/Pick'Em Targets - October 25, 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 (10/25/23): 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 […]
Santi Aldama To Miss Season Opener
Memphis Grizzlies forward Santi Aldama (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's matchup with the Pelicans. He's battling a right ankle sprain. Fortunately, it's "considered mild," so he has a chance to return sooner rather than later. The 22-year-old had a productive season in 2022-23, averaging 9.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists. Memphis needs him back […]
Brandon Clarke Remains Without Timetable
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (Achilles) will start the season without a timetable for his return. The 27-year-old tore his left Achilles in March and underwent a second procedure in the offseason. Clarke made the All-Rookie First Team in 2020 and has been a big contributor off the bench for the Grizzlies. He averaged 10.0 […]
NBA DFS Season-Long Props for Prize Picks
The 2023-2024 NBA season is here, and our friends over at PrizePicks still have a TON of great props we can look to take advantage of. PrizePicks is a great DFS props site where you can choose to select plays in terms of fantasy points or single stats. The goal is to build a 2-player, […]
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 […]
Steven Adams Will Undergo Season-Ending Knee Surgery
Memphis Grizzlies center Steven Adams (knee) was originally cleared from this knee injury that kept him out of half of last season, this year's training camp, and preseason. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the big man is opting for the season-ending surgery because the "non-operative rehabilitation did not resolve ongoing knee instability." In the […]
Shaquille Harrison Waived By Grizzlies
Memphis Grizzlies guard Shaquille Harrison has been waived by the organization on Saturday. Now, the Grizzlies have their Opening Night roster set with the release of Harrison, Adonis Arms, and David Johnson. Between the three, Harrison was the most experienced with six seasons under his belt. It's a bit surprising that the Grizzlies decided to […]
Grizzlies "Will Be Cautious" With Steven Adams
According to Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal, the Grizzlies "will be cautious" regarding the workload of center Steven Adams this season. He suffered a knee injury in January and didn't play the rest of the season. As a result, Adams, who turned 30 over the summer, will have a tough time being a […]
Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Adds and Weekly Planner: Week 1 (10/24-10/29)
Welcome back NBA basketball! I am pretty pumped about the return of the NBA (and hence Fantasy Basketball) to our lives. I am playing in a few very competitive industry leagues this year in addition to our staff league and a few more casual leagues as well. I have to cap my involvement at a […]
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 […]
The Time Is Now: Third-Year NBA Breakouts (2023-24)
"Breaking out" has different definitions for different players. For some, it's taking that All-Star leap, for others it's as simple as cracking the starting lineup and playing over 25 minutes a night. With the 2023-24 NBA season almost upon us, the following third-year players have all shown flashes of greatness, but haven't been able to […]
Best Mid-Round Values To Target In Fantasy Basketball Drafts
In fantasy basketball, you can't win your draft in the first three rounds, but you can certainly lose it. Early on, the goal should be to build your team around surefire studs, while mitigating as much risk as possible. The middle rounds represent a fantastic opportunity to go after high-upside players. You know, the guys […]
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 […]
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 […]
Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, and Locks - Los Angeles Clippers (2023-24)
Here we are with another edition of RotoBaller's Fantasy Basketball Breakouts, Busts, and Locks for the 2023-24 season. Today we will be looking at the Los Angeles Clippers, yet another team that is desperate for an NBA championship. Last season was filled with ups and downs, but things began to look up near the end […]
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 […]
Ziaire Williams A Candidate To Start For Grizzlies
Memphis Grizzlies small forward Ziaire Williams has impressed head coach Taylor Jenkins with his work and could force his way into the starting lineup for the start of the year. The Grizzlies have a spot open in the unit due to Ja Morant's 25-game suspension, and Williams is battling for it with the likes of […]
Jaren Jackson Jr. Aims To Improve His Rebounding
Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. is focused on improving his rebounding after struggling on the glass during the FIBA World Cup. Jackson Jr. averaged a career-high 6.8 boards in the NBA last season but could only get 2.9 rebounds during the World Cup and took a lot of heat because of it. "(Rebounding) needs […]
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 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 Category Studs - Efficiency Artists (Premium Content)
As your draft season inches closer and closer, I'm here to help give you all the advantages you need to dominate your league. There are numerous ways to win your league, but I'm here to help you spot some efficiency studs. Having efficient players is one of the many ways to dominate your league. The […]
Five Bold Fantasy Predictions for the 2023-2024 NBA Season
NBA training camp is set to kick off in a few days, which means draft season is officially upon us. With every new NBA season, there are a multitude of fantasy surprises and outliers. One example could be Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Everyone knew he was a prolific scorer, but he had an injury history, and no […]
Five Bounce-Back NBA Players For 2023 Fantasy Basketball
Narratives dominate the mainstream NBA media, particularly when discussing the league MVP. However, regarding who wins the Most Improved Player award, typically, it simply boils down to increased numbers, precisely points per game. At RotoBaller, we have pinpointed five players to whom we expect bounce-back campaigns in the 2023-2024 season. Unfortunately, injuries occur frequently in […]