Can We Trust Kawhi Leonard in Fantasy?

It's hard not to lay out an argument either for or against Kawhi Leonard in any scenario, real or fantasy, without mentioning trust. It's the foundation upon which teamwork and chemistry are built. It's essential in a game where five men work together on the court in order to achieve a common goal. It's crucial […]

Undervalued Players on Yahoo's Fantasy Basketball Rankings

Every NBA season gives us a couple of diamonds in the rough. A few guys who are being slightly or heavily overlooked by most. Those are the guys who fall to us in the draft, kill their ADP and bring us that much closer to our top priority in life - winning our NBA fantasy […]

DeMar DeRozan Goes Cold Wednesday

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard DeMar DeRozan had a rough day shooting Wednesday, but still managed 15 points against the Atlanta Hawks. DeRozan went 4-for-12 on the night, while failing to make one from deep on three attempts. The former Toronto star also added six assists, two rebounds, and one steal to round out the […]

Pau Gasol Puts Together A Double-Double

San Antonio Spurs center Pau Gasol managed an impressive double-double in Wednesday’s preseason loss against the Atlanta Hawks. Gasol was an efficient 6-for-8 from the field, which resulted in 14 points. He also contributed 10 assists, grabbed six boards, and stole one. While Gasol is capable of these numbers every time he takes the court, […]

Bryn Forbes Finally Gets Going

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Bryn Forbes turned things around Wednesday, scoring 22 points on 9-for-11 shooting in just 23 minutes. The former Michigan State player also hit three of his five attempts from deep. Forbes also managed two rebounds and a couple of steals. He could struggle to get consistent minutes, as he’ll be […]

Rudy Gay Goes Off For 28 Points

San Antonio Spurs small forward Rudy Gay went off in Wednesday’s preseason loss against the Atlanta Hawks. Gay shot 10-for-15 from the field, that included 3-for-6 from deep, en route to 28 points. He also contributed five assists, four rebounds, and a steal. While Gay may not be a star player, he is shooting like […]

Derrick White Will Start on Wednesday

San Antonio Spurs point guard Derrick White will draw the start at point guard against the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday. Dejounte Murray (knee) is most likely done for the season after tearing his ACL. It does not appear the Spurs are looking to add any significant updates to their roster at the moment. The Spurs […]

Derrick White Likely to Remain in Starting Lineup

San Antonio Spurs point guard Derrick White has seen his fantasy value skyrocket overnight with Dejounte Murray (knee) out for the season. The Spurs seem reluctant to add an additional guard at the moment, according to Jabari Young. It sounds like the Spurs are going to give White a chance to earn himself the starting […]

Dejounte Murray Tears ACL

San Antonio Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray has suffered a torn ACL. Though the Spurs haven't released a timeline for recovery, the nature of ACL tears means that it would be highly unlikely for Murray to return to the court at any point this season. Coming off a productive year and poised to breakout as […]

Marco Belinelli Scores 11 Points Off The Bench

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard/small forward Marco Belinelli provided a spark off the bench as his club lost by 15 points to the Houston Rockets. Belinelli connected on three of his seven shots from the floor and 1-for-2 from behind the three-point line to finish with 11 points. Bellineli also added two rebounds with a […]

DeMar DeRozan Scores 22 Points In Loss

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard/small forward DeMar DeRozan had his best game so far in a Spurs uniform as he scored 22 points in 33 minutes. DeRozan filled up the stat sheet as he dished out five assists, grabbed two rebounds to go along with two steals and two blocks. DeRozan also connected on a […]

Pau Gasol With Another Solid Line

San Antonio Spurs power forward/center Pau Gasol put together another solid preseason game in 14 minutes of action. Gasol put together eight points and grabbed nine rebounds to go along with a steal and a block on the night. The 38-year-old still has some fight left in him and is capable of putting together decent […]

Dejounte Murray Suffers Knee Injury In Loss

San Antonio Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray twisted his right knee in his club's loss to the Houston Rockets. Murray was able to exit the court on his own but was showing some obvious signs of pain. Murray will be getting an MRI on Monday and there will more information to come. This could be […]

Rudy Gay Misses Just One Shot

San Antonio Spurs forward Rudy Gay got the start at small forward as his club fell by 15 points to the Houston Rockets in this preseason matchup. Gay made six of seven shots from the floor en route to 13 points while grabbing six rebounds in 25 minutes. Gay did not stop there either as […]

LaMarcus Aldridge Scores 10 Points In Loss

San Antonio Spurs power forward/center LaMarcus Aldridge connected on just 10 points as he struggled from the floor in his club's 15-point loss to the Houston Rockets. Aldridge converted just five of 15 shots but was able to grab seven rebounds and also chipped in an assist in 27 minutes. Aldridge had an excellent 2017-18 […]

DeMar DeRozan Quiet Again In Win

San Antonio Spurs shooting guard/small forward DeMar DeRozan registered just six points in 20 minutes of action as his club got the win. DeRozan connected on 3-of-6 of shots while dishing out three assists with three turnovers on the night. Coach Popovich has stated he is not going to change the veteran wing player but […]

Rudy Gay Plays 12 Minutes Off The Bench

San Antonio Spurs forward Rudy Gay put up a solid line in limited minutes as his club beat the Detroit Pistons by 24 points. Gay provided seven points on a decent 3-of-6 shooting while grabbing four rebounds and dishing out two assists. Gay also registered a make from three with a steal and a block […]

LaMarcus Aldridge Scores 14 Points

San Antonio Spurs power forward/center LaMarcus Aldridge put together a solid line in 21 minutes of action as his club picked up the preseason win over the Detroit Pistons. Aldridge put up 14 points on 7-of-11 shooting to go along with three rebounds, one assist, and two blocks. Aldridge had a strong 2017-18 campaign and […]

Dejounte Murray Grabs 11 Rebounds

San Antonio Spurs point guard Dejounte Murray notched a double-double as his club took down the Detroit Pistons. Murray converted 16 points while grabbing a team-high 11 rebounds and dishing out a single assist in 22 minutes of action. Murray is one of the leagues best rebounders from the point guard position as he averaged […]

Pau Gasol Perfect From the Floor

San Antonio Spurs power forward/center Pau Gasol knocked down all four of his shot attempts to finish with 13 points off the bench for his club in a win over the Detroit Pistons. Gasol also grabbed five rebounds, dished out two assists and picked up a steal in just 15 minutes. Gasol still holds fantasy […]

Rudy Gay Leads Team With 13 Points Against Heat

San Antonio Spurs forward Rudy Gay lead the team in points Sunday night against the Miami Heat. Gay scored 13 points on 5-for-6 shooting with five rebounds and three three-pointers in 14 minutes. The veteran was red hot from the field, repeatedly knocking down open shots. Gay will have an expanded role this season with […]

Jakob Poeltl Grabs 10 Boards Off The Bench Sunday

In his preseason debut with the San Antonio Spurs, center Jakob Poeltl crashed the glass with success Sunday night against the Miami Heat. Poeltl grabbed 10 rebounds while contributing six points and a steal in 18 minutes. Poeltl was involved in the blockbuster trade this summer involving DeMar DeRozan and Kawhi Leonard and looks comfortable […]

Kent Shen's 2018 Punt Guide: Blocks Primer (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. For a primer on punting, check out the RotoBaller NBA Punt Guide, beginning here.  Today we'll be looking at punting the category of rebounds. Punt blocks is a hard strategy to play, and one that tends to play better in stronger leagues, as weaker […]

Kent Shen's 2018 Punt Guide: 3-Pointers Primer (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Updated 10/11 12:11 PM. For a primer on punting, check out the RotoBaller NBA Punt Guide, beginning here.  Today we'll be looking at punting the category of rebounds. Punt threes is one of my favorite strategies, and one that I find is pretty easy […]

Kent Shen's 2018 Punt Guide: Steals Primer (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Last Updated 10/11 12:07 PM. For a primer on punting, check out the RotoBaller NBA Punt Guide, beginning here.  Today we'll be looking at punting the category of rebounds. Punt steals is another fairly hard strategy to draft, and is a strategy reserved for […]

Kent Shen's 2018 Punt Guide: Assists Primer (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Last updated 10/11 12:07 PM. For a primer on punting, check out the RotoBaller NBA Punt Guide, beginning here.  Today we'll be looking at punting the category of rebounds. Punt Assists is probably the second most played punt strategy after punt FT%, as it's […]

Kent Shen's 2018 Punt Guide: FT% Primer (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. Updated 10/11 12:11 PM. For a primer on punting, check out the RotoBaller NBA Punt Guide, beginning here.  Today we'll be looking at punting the category of free throw percentage.   Introduction Punt FT% was the first punt strategy to really go mainstream, as […]

Kent Shen's 2018 Punt Guide: Points Primer (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. For a primer on punting, check out the RotoBaller NBA Punt Guide, beginning here.  Today we'll be looking at punting the category of free throw percentage. I mentioned in my preview piece that punt points is probably the easiest punt strategy to have success […]

Kent Shen's 2018 Punt Guide: FG% Primer (Premium Content)

All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. For a primer on punting, check out the RotoBaller NBA Punt Guide, beginning here.  Today we'll be looking at punting the category of field goal percentage. Punt FG% is definitely one of my favorite strategies, one that I have been all too happy to […]

Free Throws Mean Free Wins: NBA Picks Who Draw Contact

Basketball is built on the basics. Fundamentals make a player and great fundamentals make a great player. There is nothing more fundamental than free throws. It may not be the most exciting thing for fans to watch, especially coming from the past decade which included debacles like three-point flopping or Hack-a-Shaq. It does slow down […]