As with the Western Conference notes, these observations are based on the games I have watched, along with thorough review of the nightly box scores and game reports. [Read more…]
Draft Prep: NBA Fantasy Preseason Notes, Eastern Conference
Draft Prep: NBA Fantasy Preseason Notes, Western Conference
An important aspect of preparing for traditional fantasy drafts is to watch as many preseason games as possible, thoroughly review the nightly box scores and read game reports by each team’s beat reporters. [Read more…]
Draft Prep: NBA Fantasy Injury Updates, Part 3
In Part 1 and Part 2, we covered players who were injured last year but are expected to be healthy to start the season. Now we will cover the players who are not expected to be healthy to start the year. [Read more…]
Draft Prep: NBA Fantasy Injury Updates, Part 2
In Part 1, we looked at some players who couldn’t finish last season but appear to be healthy again. Today, we will focus on players who are still getting up to full speed. [Read more…]
Draft Prep: NBA Fantasy Injury Updates, Part 1
Injuries play a vital role in fantasy success. They are impossible to avoid but your risk can be lessened. My basic rule is to never draft a player who is injured to start the year — the best predictor of future injury is a current injury. [Read more…]
Draft Prep: NBA Fantasy Breakouts, Part 2
On Thursday, we forecasted a few potential breakout players based on their playoff performances. Today, we look at other breakout possibilities, based on second-half performance on lottery teams. [Read more…]
Draft Prep: NBA Fantasy Breakouts, Part 1
Identifying breakouts in the NBA is actually easier than it may seem. Just look at the playoffs. Young players who played more (and better) than expected in the playoffs are your prime breakouts. This was how we knew prior to last season that Draymond Green was going to be a stud. [Read more…]
Draft Prep: NBA Positional Overview
The NBA is currently mid-stage in one of its follow-the-leader transitions. This era has been in process for several years. Previously it was called position-less basketball; today we’re calling it small ball. [Read more…]