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Fantasy Spin: October 2, 2012

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Fantasy Basketball Primer Part 3 – Custom League Settings In Parts 1 and 2 of this series, I introduced you to the Fantasy Basketball Primer and reviewed Head-to-Head, Rotisserie and Keeper League strategies. Today we look at some common league rules and settings, how they will inform your strategy and who are the right players for your league. Know Your League Rules and Settings Fantasy basketball rules can vary widely across leagues, as hosting websites offer more and more customization. Apply a little

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SH Blog: LeBron James is unsatisfied, Nowitzki wants top two or three spot in the West

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It’s probably safe to say that LeBron James has had one of the finest summers of his life and if you’re reading this blog, you should probably know why (championship, MVP, gold medal, etc). The funny thing is that just earlier in the year, no one could stop questioning whether James was even the best player or best option down the stretch of a game on his own team. Now? Some are wondering if James is capable of becoming the

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SH Blog: D. Howard hopes to have long career in L.A., Lin studies Duhon

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This topic has been covered before, but Dwight Howard once again spoke of his unwillingness to fully commit to the Lakers for contractual reasons. The way he speaks about the team and the city though, all signs indicate that he hopes to be in Los Angeles for the long haul. See what’s on his mind, what point guards Jeremy Lin studies to help improve his game, why Tim Hardaway thinks Derrick Rose should sit out for an entire season before

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Bernucca: NBA Injury Update: Some stars won’t be ready for season’s start

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When training camps open later this month, a handful of teams will be at less than full strength. And some of them may be that way for a while. The Los Angeles Lakers, a legitimate title contender, will be without the biggest prize of the offseason. The Chicago Bulls, who have the NBA’s best record over the last two seasons, will be without their best player. The New York Knicks, who claim to be contenders, will be without two of their three shooting guards.

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SH Blog: James Harden and the Thunder far apart on a deal, Derrick Rose brought to tears

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As the season inches near, we will have an update of all the offseason moves and analysis of every team in the league from Chris Bernucca. Here is the scoop on three teams from today, with updates: New York Knicks, Indiana Pacers and Houston Rockets. Also, check out our new writer Bruce Wrigley on our Fantasy Spin. Will Damian Lillard be relevant? And of course, here is your daily dose of news from Thursday around the league: Derrick Rose was brought to tears

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Preseason playoff picture: Western Conference

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Think your team is making the playoffs in the West this season? If you don’t live in L.A., you sure about that? If your team is the Dallas Mavericks or Utah Jazz, you shouldn’t be so sure. The Western Conference has six teams that are postseason certainties and four teams that are locks for the lottery. That leaves five teams vying for two spots. The Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Lakers, San Antonio Spurs, Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies and Denver Nuggets are in. Each

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SH Blog: Stephen Curry and Brandon Jennings want extension, Mikhail Prokhorov calls James Dolan “little man”

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The 2009 NBA Draft had quite a number of notable players – particularly point guards – that have developed over the past three seasons. Today’s news will include perhaps two of the most noteworthy point guards from that draft, and whether they are deserving of a contract extension as the season draws near. You’ll also find Stan Van Gundy and Mikhail Prokhorov talking some smack, along with some entertaining videos below: Stephen Curry believes that he is a good investment piece

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SH Blog: Utah Jazz acquire new GM, former player Dan Roundfield died trying to save wife

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You know transactions in the NBA have drastically slowed down when Louis Amundson is the top free-agent interest of the day, with all due respect. Luckily, there are some other interesting news from around the league that you can find below, along with some sad news: Dennis Lindsey is officially the new general manager of the Utah Jazz, according to Brian T. Smith. Here is a brief history on Lindsey: “Sixteen years after taking a pay cut just so he could trade

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