Shooting Guards: Fantasy Basketball Rankings, Tiers and Analysis for 2024-2025 Drafts

Fantasy basketball draft season is approaching rapidly, and managers should start identifying their building blocks, targeting sleepers, and avoiding potential busts. One of the positions that can swing matchups and create advantages in fantasy basketball is the shooting guard position. Due to the lack of depth when compared to other positions, having an elite shooting […]

Center: Fantasy Basketball Rankings, Tiers and Analysis for 2024-2025 Drafts

The offseason is over! Fantasy basketball draft season is here, and managers should start identifying their building blocks, targeting sleepers, and avoiding potential busts. Another crucial position in 9-category fantasy basketball leagues is the center position. This position can heavily influence the blocks and rebound categories and is one of the positions that can determine […]

Ja Morant Should Play On Opening Night

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (ankle) was forced to exit early during Monday's preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks. Morant twisted his ankle in the first half, but returned to the contest. However, he re-aggravated the issue in the second half and was forced to exit for the rest of the night. Further testing revealed […]

Ja Morant Suffers Minor Ankle Injury In Preseason Win

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (ankle) was limited to 18 minutes in Monday's preseason matchup against Dallas, but he escaped serious injury. Morant exited the action multiple times due to an ankle issue. However, Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins called it only a "minor little tweak." Morant himself said after the game he's "good," […]

Alex Burns's Fantasy Basketball Rankings (Categories): Top 250 for 2024-2025 Drafts

Here we are, folks -- almost to the finish line! After what seemed like possibly the fastest offseason in NBA history (we say this every year), we are a few weeks out from watching real NBA hoops. And that can only mean one thing: fantasy basketball is back, baby! The NBA offseason delivered its usual […]

Fantasy Basketball Rookies To Target - Which NBA Rookies Should You Draft in 2024-2025?

One of the riskiest strategies in any fantasy sport is to rely on rookies in redraft leagues. There have been a handful of superstar rookies to come through the league, but for every rookie that saves a fantasy team, there are many that get dropped to waivers or never make it to a roster. Usually, […]

Knicks Interested In Marcus Smart?

Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart is reportedly on the New York Knicks' radar. It's unknown how serious New York is about acquiring the 2022 NBA Defensive Player of the Year. It's also not clear how the Knicks would orchestrate such a move, considering the financial ramifications. However, Smart has a lot to offer any club […]

Jaren Jackson Jr. Battling Low-Level Hamstring Strain

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (hamstring) has been diagnosed with a low-level hamstring strain following an MRI. The former Defensive Player of the Year left the first practice of training camp after experiencing tightness in his hamstring. Head coach Taylor Jenkins described the MRI results as "good news," and emphasized there are "no concerns" […]

Ja Morant Says He’s Happy And Healthy

Memphis Grizzlies' star guard Ja Morant says he's ready to remind the league what a "happy Ja" can do. "I feel like a happy Ja is a scary Ja for a lot of people," Morant confidently shared during Grizzlies Media Day. The two-time All-Star enters this season with a renewed focus, having embraced the lessons […]

Zach Edey Working On His Three-Point Shot

Memphis Grizzlies rookie center Zach Edey is looking to add a new weapon to his game: a reliable three-point shot. At 7-foot-4, Edey dominated the paint at Purdue, but as he enters the NBA, he's working to expand his range and improve his passing. Despite attempting only two three-pointers in 138 college games, developing an […]

Jaren Jackson Jr. Dealing With Hamstring Tightness

According to ESPN's Tim MacMahon, Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (hamstring) left Tuesday's practice after experiencing hamstring tightness. Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins confirmed Jackson will get an MRI exam to learn the extent of the injury. "We're anticipating a strain," Jenkins said. If the 25-year-old misses significant time, it will be a big […]

Fantasy Basketball Punting Guide and Strategies - Top Players To Target for 2024-25 Drafts

When drafting your fantasy team, there are several 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 aren't familiar […]

Yahoo Fantasy Basketball Rankings: Undervalued, Overvalued Draft Picks and ADP Analysis (2024-25)

The NBA season is just a month away and that means that fantasy basketball draft season is about to be upon us! Before I release my rankings and we start pumping out draft content here at RotoBaller, I wanted to take a quick look at Yahoo ADP and point out some of my favorite targets […]

Ja Morant Has "A Clean Bill Of Health"

According to ESPN's Tim MacMahon, Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (shoulder) "enters training camp with a clean bill of health." After beginning the 2023-24 campaign by serving a 25-game suspension, Morant averaged 25.1 points, 8.1 assists, and 5.6 rebounds for Memphis. Unfortunately, he injured his shoulder and underwent season-ending surgery. Without a doubt, the 25-year-old […]

Derrick Rose Waived By Memphis

The Grizzlies waived guard Derrick Rose on Monday. The 35-year-old appeared in 24 regular season contests for Memphis last season, averaging 8.0 points, 3.3 assists, and 1.9 rebounds. With one year left on his former deal, he requested his release, indicating his intention to remain playing. Without question, Rose's best days are well behind him. […]

GG Jackson II Ruled Out For At Least Three Months

Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II (foot) will be out for at least three months, per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Jackson II broke the fifth metatarsal in his right foot in training and had a successful surgery on Wednesday. It's a bitter blow for the 19-year-old, who had an impressive debut campaign in 2023-24, […]

Time To Hang It Up: Five NBA Guards That Should Retire After the Season

The Boston Celtics were crowned as the 2023/2024 NBA season champions. Jayson Tatum, Jrue Holiday, and Derrick White won the NBA championship and were also part of the gold-medal-winning USA men's basketball team at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Now that the Olympics are over, everyone is looking forward to the new NBA season. Like every […]

GG Jackson II To Undergo Surgery

Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II (foot) will undergo surgery after suffering a broken right foot during training. The 2023 No. 45 overall pick is coming off a quality season, averaging 14.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in 48 games (20.3 points and 5.3 rebounds in 18 starts). But he is now heading under […]

Grizzlies Release Mamadi Diakite On Tuesday

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Memphis Grizzlies released power forward Mamadi Diakite on Tuesday. Memphis acquired Diakite in the off-season from the Nets for 22-year-old forward Ziaire Williams. Last season, Diakite suited up for six games for the Knicks and Spurs, averaging 2.0 points and 0.7 rebounds. The 27-year-old free agent will […]

Ja Morant Looking "Healthy Again"

According to Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal, Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (shoulder) "looks healthy again." The 25-year-old, who appeared in only nine games in 2023-24 before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury, was cleared to resume basketball activities a month ago. Things are seemingly going well, with Cole referencing Morant's quickness and agility during […]

The Top Ten Chicago Bulls of All-Time

Making a list of the top ten players of all time of a franchise such as the Chicago Bulls is easy and difficult. It's easy because you already have an idea regarding who should make the list. It's difficult because the Bulls also have other great players outside their championship-winning years. Since 1966, the Bulls […]

Agent Believes Ja Morant Will Dominate Next Season

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant is expected to have a big comeback campaign in 2024-25. We have seen very little of Morant recently due to various issues, but the upcoming season could be his best one yet. "Ja Morant is coming for all the work this year. All of it," said Morant's agent, Mike […]

Luke Kennard Agrees To A Deal With Memphis

Free-agent guard Luke Kennard agreed to a one-year, $11 million contract with the Grizzlies. The 2017 No. 12 overall pick finished last season by averaging 11.0 points while shooting 45.0% from behind the arc. Yet, he appeared in just 39 games due to injury. Most had assumed Kennard would be back in Memphis, although the […]

Santi Aldama Leads Spain To Victory Over Greece

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama posted a double-double with three blocks to help Spain beat Greece at the Paris Olympics 84-77. He led the team with 19 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 6-for-14 from the field. Aldama also dished out a couple of assists while hitting 3-for-8 from downtown. The Grizzlies big man has kicked […]

Santi Aldama Has A Quality Showing On Saturday

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Santi Aldama had a potent outing in Saturday's Olympic meeting with Australia. While Aldama couldn't bring Spain back for the win, he can't take any of the blame, finishing with a game-high 27 points while shooting 6-for-8 from deep, adding six rebounds and two steals. The 23-year-old averaged a career-high 10.7 assists […]

Trey Jemison Claimed By New Orleans

The Pelicans claimed center Trey Jemison off waivers. He was recently waived by the Grizzlies after spending time with the team last season. In 23 games in Memphis, Jemison averaged 7.4 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.2 blocks. While the 24-year-old will likely spend time in the G League, the Pelicans may require his services at […]

Jay Huff Signs Two-Way Deal With Memphis

Free-agent center Jay Huff agreed to a two-way contract with Memphis. The 26-year-old has spent time with the Lakers, Wizards, and Nuggets during his career. However, his most significant contributions came in the G League, most recently averaging 18.1 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks with the Greensboro Swarm last season. The Nuggets have Nikola […]

Trey Jemison Waived By Memphis

The Grizzlies waived center Trey Jemison on Wednesday. The 24-year-old appeared in 23 games for Memphis last season. He showed promise, averaging 10.0 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in 14 starts. There are still teams around the National Basketball Association who have two-way spots available, so there's a chance Jemison will link up with […]

Scotty Pippen Jr. Wraps Up Summer League Action With Another Double-Double

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Scotty Pippen Jr. scored 29 points and handed out 11 assists as his team lost the Las Vegas Summer League championship game to Miami 120-118 in overtime on Monday. Pippen Jr.'s juicy line included five rebounds, four steals, and two blocks, but his shooting was off. The 23-year-old made only one […]

Jake LaRavia Leads All Scorers In Summer League Final

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jake LaRavia erupted for a game-high 32 points in Monday's championship game in the Las Vegas Summer League, finishing a 120-118 overtime loss to Miami with 11-for-21 shooting. The 22-year-old went 3-for-8 with the three-ball and tallied six rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block. LaRavia's Summer League campaign was disrupted […]