Fantasy Basketball Punting: Not as Complicated as You Think

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://joshlloydfantasy.com/contests/GIVEAWAY 21  JLFB BOWL Entry here: https://joshlloydfantasy.com/bowlOVERVIEWThis episode covers the Atlanta Hawks’ fantasy basketball outlook for the 2026–27 NBA season, with a detailed analysis of Jalen Johnson’s role, risk factors, and proper draft pricing. I explore projections, positional depth, and the ripple effects of injury scenarios, plus which Hawks players offer the most value or risk in category and points leagues.KEY TAKEAWAYSJalen Johnson is being overdrafted in category leagues, going as high as 7–10 overall despite stronger justification in points leagues; his final two months last season did not match his early production, especially with CJ McCollum present.Do not expect Johnson to repeat his extreme stats from the primary ball-handler stretch; usage, assists, and defensive stats could dip with a more balanced offensive role this year.Onyeka Okongwu is slightly overvalued in category drafts; changes in his usage and defensive stats last season are likely to persist, and his ADP in the 40s is too steep for the expected role and production.Nickeil Alexander-Walker is currently undervalued; he is often available in the 50–60 ADP range across platforms but should be considered a top-40–50 pick for category leagues given his strong two-way impact and solidified starting role.Dyson Daniels offers clear upside beyond his current ADP, with room for improvements in steals and three-point shooting; he is a viable top-50 target both for categories and points leagues.CJ McCollum's recent ADP around 100 is too low—his minutes and stability are much more secure in Atlanta, making him a reliable late-round selection.The Hawks’ rotation is stable, but if Jalen Johnson is injured, the power forward depth is questionable, and fantasy managers should monitor the situation for streaming or stash opportunities.Jock Landale is a deep-league stash option as the only clear backup to Okongwu, with direct starter upside if Okongwu misses time; other bench players have less straightforward fantasy upside or handcuff value.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Cozy EarthHead to https://cozyearth.com and use my code LOCKEDON for an exclusive 20%.WayfairPatio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction0:23 Atlanta Hawks context and season preview2:10 Fantasy value questions: Jalen Johnson’s role, usage, and risk5:18 Projected starting lineup and rotation dynamics7:40 Injury contingency and depth concerns8:53 Jalen Johnson: value, risk, ADP discussion13:14 Onyeka Okongwu outlook15:55 Nikhil Alexander-Walker undervaluation17:30 Dyson Daniels projections18:59 CJ McCollum draft value21:17 Bench and deep-league fantasy considerations27:01 Injury updates: Mohamed Waiyege, Henry Vaisar28:42 Playoff schedule and games breakdown29:28 Remaining roster: stash and late-swing candidates32:41 Listener mailbag: IL/IL+ slot adjustments35:02 JLFB Bowl: league details and sign-up instructions39:51 Show wrap-up ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://joshlloydfantasy.com/contests/GIVEAWAY 20 OVERVIEWThis episode breaks down a 9-category, 12-team fantasy basketball mock draft with live commentary and strategic analysis from pick 8. I explain my rankings and thought process for each selection, highlight mistakes to avoid, and react to getting consistently sniped on key targets. You’ll get clear, actionable insights into current draft value, positional tiers, and how to adapt when your preferred players are taken.KEY TAKEAWAYSAnthony Edwards at pick 8 is a strong, balanced option, but monitor for potential upside slipping if players like Jayson Tatum fall.Jalen Johnson is being drafted too early—I'd rather take established producers like Kevin Durant or experiment with high-upside picks such as Cooper Flagg in that range.Don’t overreach for Tyrese Maxey above Kevin Durant; Maxey is a little high at pick 11 in typical 9-category formats.Avoid risky pairings like Anthony Davis and Kawhi Leonard in the early rounds—increased injury risk could undermine top-end talent.Always be prepared for draft snipes, especially in the middle rounds; have alternate targets cued up, and actively pivot strategy when your queue disappears.Track changes in minute projections or starting roles—recent reports (e.g., Jeremiah Fears potentially starting over Herb Jones) can quickly alter player value, notably for rookies or unsettled rotations.Players like Walker Kessler are all over the board in ADP, so don’t get set on a single round for a target—be flexible and ready to adapt.Late in drafts, focus on upside swings rather than safe but low-ceiling veterans such as Tobias Harris or Aaron Gordon unless your build specifically requires stabilization. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Cozy EarthHead to https://cozyearth.com and use my code LOCKEDON for an exclusive 20%.WayfairPatio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) 0:00 Introduction 5:11 Mock draft setup and format 5:32 First round selections and reactions 7:58 Early round analysis: value and snipes 11:10 Third and fourth rounds: adapting to draft flow 17:53 Middle rounds: strategy under pressure 29:38 Late rounds: upside swings and pivots 43:03 Final draft review and projected standings 44:38 Closing remarks and giveaway info ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://joshlloydfantasy.com/contests/GIVEAWAY 19 OVERVIEWCategory leagues in fantasy basketball require strategic decisions around punting categories and choosing how (or whether) to pair your first-round pick. I dig into what punting truly is, why common pairing advice is overrated, and how to build value across your team instead of obsessing over locking two stars together. My breakdown reveals which positions and stats actually matter at each draft turn, with practical consequences for roster construction in 9-category head-to-head formats.KEY TAKEAWAYSPunting in category leagues just means ignoring one or more categories entirely, concentrating your resources in others, and not actively seeking to become bad in the punted stat. It's not about loading up on the "worst" players for that category, but about narrowing your focus so you can build dominance elsewhere.Punting is not inherently complicated or risky—it's often easier and more effective than trying to be average in everything. You don't have to chase the worst in a given category, and you definitely don't have to lose that stat every week.The idea of "pairing" your first-round pick with the perfect second-round companion is nonsense. Any competent two-player start can work, and fantasy basketball is won by building a strong 7- or 8-man core, getting value, and adapting instead of obsessing over early-round synergy.Drafting for stat scarcity is more useful than sticking to rigid stat or position checklists: points, assists, and free throw percentage dry up quickly, so if you want to compete in those, prioritize them early and don't count on finding them late.Ignore absolute position or stat mandates in your draft plan; be flexible and target strong value and upside throughout, especially in the last few rounds where risk/reward swings can pay off far more than safe, mediocre contributors.Rankings that leap a player up in a specific punt build can be misleading; don't inflate players' values just because they're "great" in your specific punt—get them at a value, not a premium.Category correlations matter: punting blocks can hurt rebounds and field goal percentage; punting assists will likely drop turnovers by default. Watch out for domino effects that force you into broader multi-category punts.With first-round stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo or Nikola Jokic, you don't have to double down on their weaknesses or stack more of the same. Surround them with complementary skillsets and don't force yourself into multi-category punts unintentionally.RESOURCESjoshloydfantasy.com/contest — Giveaway and contest infojoshlloydfantasy.com — Mailbag questions, JLFB Bowl info, research articles, and announcement hubNEXT STEPStay nimble in your draft, focus on value and upside, and don't get locked into rigid pairing or position strategies. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Cozy EarthHead to https://cozyearth.com and use my code LOCKEDON for an exclusive 20%.WayfairPatio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction1:00 What Is Punting? Misconceptions and Rationale5:52 What Punting Is—and Is Not9:36 Punting Category Correlations and Draft Tips13:48 The Myth of First/Second-Round Pairing22:05 Evaluating Pairing Options Across Yahoo Ranks40:04 Mailbag: Stats and Draft Priorities43:26 Closing Thoughts ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://joshlloydfantasy.com/contests/GIVEAWAY 18 OVERVIEWI break down the biggest fantasy basketball busts in points leagues for Yahoo and ESPN, focusing on where ADP and rankings don't match player value or role changes. This episode will help you avoid overvalued picks and spot the traps that can sink your draft in fantasy basketball points formats.KEY TAKEAWAYSTyrese Maxey and Kevin Durant are being ranked too high for standard points leagues relative to their past production and new season context.Tyrese Haliburton is being overvalued in points leagues; his skillset and injury concerns make a third-round projection more realistic than first-round.Chet Holmgren and Donovan Clingan are risky second- or third-round picks in points leagues and could lose your league if chosen at those inflated ranks.Trey Murphy and Kon Knueppel get inflated by 9-cat appeal, but their points league value isn’t as strong as their ranks suggest.Desmond Bane and Mikal Bridges are outside the top 50 in real points value but are being pushed prematurely into earlier rounds.ESPN’s default points rankings consistently overrate players like Jalen Johnson, Jalen Brunson, Trae Young, and Donovan Mitchell—don’t chase last year’s production blindly.Draft success and smart waiver wire pickups contribute most to winning leagues; playoff schedules should only come into play as a tiebreaker or late in the season.Rookie ADPs are often too aggressive relative to their uncertain minutes and roles, making them risky payoff bets at their current draft price.RESOURCESjoshlloydfantasy.com — for Monster Drop entry, consistency/variance research paper, listener voicemail submissions, and upcoming league infoBasketballMonster.com — for rankings, analysis, and support tools  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Cozy EarthHead to https://cozyearth.com and use my code LOCKEDON for an exclusive 20%.WayfairPatio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction1:02 What makes a player a bust?2:10 Yahoo points league busts10:15 Points league-specific value differences11:13 More Yahoo busts outside the top 5016:16 Rookie and late-round busts18:16 ESPN points league busts24:21 Mailbag: What actually wins leagues?34:53 Wrap-up and upcoming content ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://joshlloydfantasy.com/contests/GIVEAWAY 17 OVERVIEWI broke down undervalued and sleeper picks for Yahoo and ESPN fantasy basketball points leagues, focusing on how site-specific rankings and ADP differences can be exploited on draft day. I also discussed important updates to Yahoo's injured list policies and walked through players who are materially under-ranked by default settings, often due to misunderstandings of their roles or previous season totals.KEY TAKEAWAYSYahoo’s discontinuation of IL+ and the makeover of IL eligibility will impact how managers handle injury-prone players in fantasy basketball points leagues; immediate 'out' status now triggers IL eligibility rather than prolonged waiting periods.Giannis Antetokounmpo and Domantas Sabonis are undervalued in Yahoo points leagues, with both projected to outperform their default rankings and ADP by significant margins if drafted in the mid-to-late first round or later.Anthony Davis and Paolo Banchero are being underdrafted relative to their per-game production in points leagues; managers should capitalize if they fall beyond the third or fourth round.Brandon Ingram, Dejounte Murray (notably coming off injury but in line for increased minutes), and Matas Buzelis are all quality points league values, routinely projected higher than their ADP indicates due to site ranking confusion or skepticism about role.Julius Randle, Ja Morant, Coby White, Jusuf Nurkic, and CJ McCollum offer high upside or stable roles at suppressed draft costs—target them aggressively in points leagues when available outside the top 60–100.ESPN continues to lag in updating ADPs even as drafts happen, making players like Cooper Flagg, Jalen Johnson, Haliburton, Kyrie Irving, and others major points league values well below their real projection.Walker Kessler, Jaren Jackson Jr., Lauri Markkanen, and Brandon Ingram are being drafted far below last season’s points league output on ESPN; ignore the ADP drop and pursue them.Listeners should err on the side of pushing competitive playoff dates slightly later in the season given tanking rule changes, with March 28 recommended as an updated fantasy playoff end date.RESOURCESjoshloydfantasy.com — New site for contest entry, mailbag submissions, and links to Josh’s fantasy tools and resources.NEXT STEPCheck your own league settings on Yahoo and ESPN, compare players’ ADP and ranks to actual projections, and adjust your draft board accordingly.CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction1:49 Yahoo injured list policy change5:22 Yahoo points league sleeper analysis15:03 ESPN points league sleeper analysis33:11 JoshLloydFantasy.com launch and new mailbag34:58 Listener mailbag: recommended playoff end date36:41 Closing remarks Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Cozy EarthHead to https://cozyearth.com and use my code LOCKEDON for an exclusive 20%.WayfairPatio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://forms.gle/nr39HgLq1bjGAfGm7GIVEAWAY 16 OVERVIEWToday's show breaks down the biggest “bust” candidates for fantasy basketball drafts based on current Yahoo, FanTrax, and ESPN ranks and ADPs. I highlight the most overvalued players—guys consistently going too early for their actual projected value, and explain where their draft price simply doesn't align with realistic category-league production.KEY TAKEAWAYSTyrese Maxey is being drastically overdrafted in category leagues, especially at his current top-10 ranks/ADPs; expect lower usage and value with a healthy supporting cast.Players like Trae Young and Jalen Brunson still offer strong individual stats but are often going too early for their actual 9-cat or roto league impact; don't overpay unless your build really needs their category strengths.Big men such as Walker Kessler, Donovan Clingan, and Alex Sarr are being taken way too high in many drafts, with early ADPs/rankings ignoring limited offensive or per-game upside.Chet Holmgren's round-2 price is hard to justify even for believers; ESPN's more conservative ranking is the most reasonable place to consider him.Some young players (Stephon Castle, AJ Dybantsa, Reed Sheppard) have ADPs or ranks that simply don’t reflect role uncertainty or realistic usage; don’t get pushed into early picks by overzealous site pre-ranks.Returning veterans like Devin Booker, Myles Turner, Miles Bridges, and Rudy Gobert have red-flag ADPs that don’t reflect declining fantasy skills, usage competition, or aging curves—better options exist at those prices.ESPN’s current head-to-head and roto ranks have some extreme outliers, including Bam Adebayo, Naz Reid, Mikal Bridges, and DeMar DeRozan, all going earlier than what recent production, team context, or category scarcity justifies.RESOURCESBasketball Monster (for rankings, projections, and membership giveaways)ESPN’s updated head-to-head category and roto ranks article (explicitly mentioned as now live on their front page)NEXT STEPWatch for upcoming info on signing up for the Josh Lloyd Fantasy Basketball Bowl, and use these bust calls to filter out bad values in your fantasy basketball draft prep.CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction0:34 Busts overview and definitions2:08 Updates on the Fantasy Basketball Bowl3:17 Yahoo ADP and busted early-round picks10:18 More Yahoo busts: Overvalued in rounds 4–913:00 Yahoo picks 51–100: Hidden traps17:21 Yahoo late-round and deep-league busts23:04 FanTrax: Overpriced names and key differences28:08 ESPN busts: Rankings and ADP extremes35:17 ESPN top 50: The worst offenders40:02 ESPN 51–100: Reach picks and inflated values45:25 Final ESPN deep bust calls and closing remarks Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://forms.gle/nr39HgLq1bjGAfGm7GIVEAWAY 15 Fantasy basketball managers are always looking for an edge, and this episode dives into draft day value across Yahoo, ESPN, and FanTrax. Giannis Antetokounmpo is sliding in ADP, Lauri Markkanen looks underrated on ESPN, and Paul George is being overlooked despite top 25 potential. Josh Lloyd highlights sneaky value picks and explains why Kevin Durant, Darius Garland, Brandon Miller, and Austin Reaves may be drafted below their true worth. The discussion also covers category league strategies, usage projections, outdated rankings, Anthony Davis’ fluctuating rank, Isaiah Hartenstein’s upside, injury risks for stars like Dejounte Murray and Damian Lillard, and questionable ESPN ADPs for Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Keyonte George. Tune in for expert insights to help you identify undervalued picks and strengthen your fantasy basketball roster. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://forms.gle/nr39HgLq1bjGAfGm7GIVEAWAY 14 Nikola Jokić emerges as fantasy basketball’s safest bet, but does Tyrese Haliburton’s wide range of outcomes make him a first-round risk? Josh Lloyd unpacks best- and worst-case scenarios across ten draft rounds using FanTrax ADP, spotlighting key NBA stars and the statistical variance that shapes head-to-head leagues. Listeners get insight into how high-variance categories and player types can make or break fantasy seasons.Gain practical tips for maximizing draft value with strategic picks like Kevin Durant, Jalen Brunson, and Rudy Gobert, while exploring the dangers of swinging on volatile players such as AJ Dybantsa, Alex Sarr, and Payton Pritchard. Discover how small changes in stats, like a single extra steal per week, can dramatically shift rankings, and learn when to play it safe versus when to chase upside. Will your league’s next MVP come from a dependable veteran or a breakout rookie? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://forms.gle/nr39HgLq1bjGAfGm7GIVEAWAY 13 Fantasy basketball’s power rankings are tighter than ever. Does Nikola Jokić still hold the top spot, or is Victor Wembanyama ready to take over? Josh Lloyd breaks down the 'definitive' Top 25, looking at where stars like Luka Dončić, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander fit in Yahoo and ESPN Points Leagues, 9-category, and Roto formats.Josh also digs into the rise of Cade Cunningham and Cooper Flagg, and what that means for established names like Jayson Tatum and Anthony Edwards. With roster volatility, injury risk, team changes, turnover rate in the top 25, and punting strategies all in focus, this breakdown gives you the stats, projections, and trends you need to get ready for draft day and dominate your fantasy hoops league. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ENTER THE MONSTER DROP: https://forms.gle/nr39HgLq1bjGAfGm7GIVEAWAY 1214-team fantasy basketball drafts demand bold strategy shifts, and Josh Lloyd breaks down exactly how to approach picking from the end of the round. In this episode, Josh analyzes his approach selecting at #12, weighs the value versus upside debate in deeper leagues, and evaluates key fantasy targets including Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves, Aaron Gordon, Tobias Harris, and Andrew Wiggins. He also explains how draft surprises and positional scarcity can reshape your board in competitive fantasy basketball leagues.This breakdown also covers the risks of injury-prone talent, sharp critiques of early selections like Tyrese Maxey and Onyeka Okongwu, and tactical pivots when targets such as Paul George and Jarrett Allen are off the board. Josh Lloyd highlights the importance of roster flexibility, the best late-round fantasy basketball sleepers like Nikola Vucevic and DeAndre Hunter, and why deeper formats force managers to rethink bench construction. If you want to improve your fantasy basketball draft strategy, find hidden value, and win in a 14-team league, this deep dive is for you.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now. SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuelMake this Your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Get $350 in Bonus Bets — GUARANTEED — when you bet five dollars every day for seven days.  Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM  FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) ENTER THE MONSTER DROP HERE Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.