Rotoworld Fantasy Basketball Podcast

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup) and Steve Alexander (@Docktora) review the ninth-round fantasy players from this past season, including De'Aaron Fox, Buddy Hield, Jusuf Nurkic and Keldon Johnson. Also on this episode: What we're watching for from the Celtics and Warriors in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.(5:54) NBA Finals: Game 5 Preview(11:52)  Ninth-Round Fantasy Players: De'Aaron Fox(14:51)  Jalen Brunson(19:10) Jusuf Nurkic(23:50)  Buddy Hield(32:39)  Keldon Johnson 

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup), Raphielle Johnson (@Raphiellej), and Jared Johnson (@Jae_Tha_Truth) highlight some of their best and worst picks of this past season, including Bradley Beal, De'Aaron Fox, Mo Bamba and Desmond Bane. Also on this episode: a look at what has gone right for the Celtics — and wrong for the Warriors — heading into Game 4 of the NBA Finals.(0:37) NBA Finals: Game 4 Preview(8:08) Biggest fantasy whiffs this past season(16:18) Fantasy whiff: De'Aaron Fox (20:56) Best picks in fantasy: Evan Mobley(25:28) Best picks in fantasy: Tyrese Maxey  

Matt Stroup, Ryan Knaus, and Steve Alexander look at the latest news, rumors and fantasy outlook surrounding Deandre Ayton, Rudy Gobert, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook. Also on this episode: disagreement about what's ahead for Zach LaVine, a preview of Game 3 of the NBA Finals, and an unexpected amount of talk about party hats and soup.(05:01) NBA Finals Game 3 (10:04) Deandre Ayton's future(14:40) New Lakers C Darvin Ham on working with Russell Westbrook(25:03) Utah Jazz situation(32:45) Portland possible trade targets  

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup) and Dr. A (@Docktora) discuss the latest from the NBA Finals, with Steph Curry and the Warriors evening the series at 1-1, and look at the intriguing eighth-round fantasy options from this past season — including Cade Cunningham, Tyler Herro, and Kyle Kuzma.(6:00) NBA Finals reactions and predictions (9:37) Eighth Round Fantasy options(16:35) Tyler Herro a potential starter? (20:27) Kyle Kuzma's impact in Washington(23:34) Cam Johnson's fantasy value

Matt Stroup is joined by special guest Josh Lewenberg (Raptors reporter for TSN) to discuss the outlook for Fred VanVleet, Pascal Siakam, OG Anunoby and other Toronto players, including pending free agent Chris Boucher. Then, on part two of the episode, Brad Stonebraker stops by to break down Game 1 of the NBA Finals, marveling at Al Horford's late-career renaissance and the Celtics' remarkable 4th quarter.(03:30) A look at the Raptors(09:45) Scottie Barnes expectations(21:07) Fred VanVleet conversation(35:10) NBA Finals discussion 

Matt Stroup is joined by KC Johnson (Bulls Insider for NBC Sports Chicago) to talk about the latest with Zach LaVine's free agency, Lonzo Ball's knee, and more, followed by an NBA Finals preview with Raphielle Johnson and Jared Johnson. Also on this episode: the outlook for Sixth Man of the Year Tyler Herro in Miami after his comments that he wants to join the starting lineup next season.

Matt Stroup, Jonas Nader and Jared Johnson discuss the Warriors return to the NBA Finals — focusing on Klay Thompson, Andrew Wiggins and Kevon Looney — and look at the offseason drama unfolding in Brooklyn with Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant, and Ben Simmons. Also on this episode: the outlook for Zion Williamson after an encouraging update on his foot, and Zach LaVine looks likely to stay with the Bulls.(02:01) Warriors onto the NBA Finals(11:30) Eastern Conference Finals latest(17:02) Brooklyn Nets conversation(23:10) The latest with Zion Williamson  

Matt Stroup, Jonas Nader and Brad Stonebraker discuss the latest from the Warriors-Mavs and Heat-Celtics series — including Jimmy Butler's worrisome knee — and break down recent rumors on Zach LaVine, Bradley Beal, Chet Holmgren and more. Also on this episode: Are the Suns and Deandre Ayton potentially headed toward a breakup?(02:15) Conference finals discussion(14:45) Kyrie Irving's future(17:30) Beal likely staying in Washington... in or out on him?(26:30) How Chet Holmgren would fit in the Orlando  

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup) and Steve Alexander (@Docktora) react to the latest from the NBA Playoffs — with Steph Curry, Andrew Wiggins and the Warriors now up 3-0 over Luka Doncic and the Mavs — and break down the seventh round of fantasy leagues from this past season, with Evan Mobley poised for a potentially monstrous second year. Also on this episode: What's the outlook for D'Angelo Russell, Bradley Beal, and Christian Wood in 2022-23?(2:50) Mavericks down to the Warriors 3-0(9:40) injury implications for Celtics/Heat(12:54) 7th Round Fantasy Values from the year(36:39) Final Three 7th Round Fantasy Value Pick-Ups(42:59) Dr. A's Tales from the Attic 

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup), Ryan Knaus (@RyanKnaus), and Brad Stonebraker (@BradBraker97)react to Marcus Smart's monster Game 2, and discuss whether Luka Doncic and the Mavs can bounce back in Game 2 against the Warriors. Also on this episode: What happens if you try to punt points in fantasy leagues? Is there a path to winning? (Spoiler: No.) However, taking points out of the equation gives us a good look at some players who rely on that one category too much, and we discuss that — and more — in detail, thanks to some serious number-crunching from Ryan.(2:00) Celtics/Heat recap(9:50) Mavericks down 1 game to Golden State(15:59) Punting the Points in Fantasy Leagues(23:00) Players that rely too much on scoring points 

Matt Stroup, Jonas Nader and Raphielle Johnson discuss the fallout from Tuesday's NBA Draft lottery, projecting destinations for the top five picks, including Jabari Smith Jr., Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero. Also on this episode: what we're watching for from Luka Doncic in the Mavs-Warriors Western Conference Finals, and is Jimmy Butler convincing us to move him up our fantasy draft boards — despite the lingering injury risk?(02:09) Jimmy Butler monster Game 1 vs. Boston(05:50) Western Conference Finals Preview(11:51) Magic have the #1 pick, projecting destinations(16:30) Smith or Holmgren for Fantasy as a rookie?(22:12) Paolo Banchero thoughts(30:10) Keegan Murray and Detroit a good fit?  

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup) and Steve Alexander (@Docktora) react to Sunday's game sevens (including Luka Doncic and the Mavs knocking out Chris Paul and the Suns), plus a review of the sixth round of fantasy leagues — with Jaylen Brown and Jordan Poole among the players we discuss. Also on this episode: Can Clint Capela bounce back from a disappointing season, and are we headed for a Scottie Barnes breakout in year two?(2:33) Reactions to Sunday's Game 7 matchups(9:59) New Finals Predictions(12:05) 6th Round of Fantasy Leagues- Jerami Grant(16:15) 6th Round of Fantasy Leagues- Jaylen Brown(18:54) 6th Round of Fantasy Leagues- Jordan Poole(20:32) Clint Capela: Potential Bounce Back?(23:31) Who is making a Year 2 jump?(37:01) Dr. A's Tales From the Attic 

Matt Stroup, Raphielle Johnson and Steve Alexander discuss who's rising and who's falling during these NBA Playoffs from a fantasy perspective, including Tyrese Maxey, Desmond Bane, Al Horford, Mike Conley, and Dillon Brooks. Also on this episode: Is a Jaren Jackson Jr. breakout imminent in 2022-23?(04:12) Fantasy playoff stock watch(11:34) Al Horford = Stock up(23:05) Desmond Bane or Tyrese Maxey in a dynasty league?(28:44) Mike Conley = Stock down

This episode dives into Chris Paul's recent struggles, James Harden's new reality, and Ja Morant's right knee bone bruise. Along the way, hosts Ryan Knaus and Raphielle Johnson dole out DFS advice for all of the Conference semifinals matchups!(01:10) Ja Morant injury(06:12) Steven Adams conversation(10:33) Mavericks/Suns series(18:02) 76ers/Heat series(25:06) Props for Al Horford

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup) and Steve Alexander (@Docktora)  discuss the latest from the NBA Playoffs — where Ja Morant is sidelined with a knee injury — and break down the players who posted fifth-round fantasy value this season, including playoff standouts Mikal Bridges and Tyrese Maxey. We also forecast our fantasy expectations for CJ McCollum, John Collins, Mo Bamba and more.(3:03) Jokic wins 2nd straight MVP(5:15) Mavericks tie up the series with the Suns(7:46) Sixers/Heat: Embiid and Harden tie up the series(10:41) Grizzlies/Warriors fallout(15:13) Celtics fall just short against the Bucks(18:22) Fifth-Round Fantasy Value (39:09) Dr. A's Tales from the Attic

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup), Steve Alexander (@Docktora), and Jared Johnson (@Jae_Tha_Truth)  take an early look at NBA free agency, including our expectations for Miles Bridges, Jalen Brunson, Zach LaVine, and Chris Boucher. We also look at the landscape for restricted free agents Mo Bamba, Deandre Ayton, Collin Sexton, and more.(2:16) Joel Embiid's injury(6:23) An interesting Nets' off-season(15:17) The Chicago Bulls and Zach Lavine(17:17) A pay day for Miles Bridges?(24:56) The future of the Pacers(29:42) Victor Oladipo's resurgence(35:35) Mo Bamba(39:31) Key decisions upcoming in Portland

Matt Stroup, Steve Alexander, Jonas Nader, Zak Hanshew and Brad Stonebraker break down some recent performances from the NBA Playoffs, including Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Tyler Herro. Also on this episode: the landscape for D’Angelo Russell after a disappointing postseason with the Timberwolves, and concerns about drafting Oklahoma City Thunder players with the team already hinting at tanking next season.(00:58) Fast paced game between Memphis and Golden State(06:45) Ja Morant a 1st rounder next year in Fantasy?(12:41) Brandon Clarke conversation(17:55) Jaren Jackson Jr. discussion

Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander discuss some takeaways from the weekend in the NBA Playoffs, including strong openers for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ja Morant in the conference semifinals, plus a review of the players who provided fourth-round fantasy value this year. Among the names we cover during that part of the show: Darius Garland, Jaren Jackson Jr., Domantas Sabonis, and Bam Adebayo.(02:05) Review of Sunday's playoff games(08:29) Preview of Monday's games(14:03) Review players who provided 4th round value this year(23:43) Jaren Jackson, Jr. conversation(32:53) Zach LaVine discussion  

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup), Raphielle Johnson (@RaphielleJ) and Ryan Knaus (@RyanKnaus) discuss the latest takeaways from the NBA Playoffs — including an encouraging performance from James Harden — and our expectations for the recently-eliminated Raptors, Pelicans, and Jazz moving forward. That conversation includes: why we’re so high on Raptors rookie Scottie Barnes, our concerns with Zion Williamson’s fantasy outlook, and the uncertainty in Utah (and how it could affect Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell).(2:33) Sixers' offensive explosion(5:36) Suns and Chris Paul eliminate the Pelicans(10:00) Mavericks defeat the Jazz(17:23) Potential potency with the Raptors' lineup (24:36) Analyzing the Pelicans' roster(32:57) What now for Utah? 

Matt Stroup is joined by Raphielle Johnson, Steve Alexander, Aaron Robinson and Jared Johnson to break down some of the best and most surprising fantasy performers in the playoffs, including Jordan Poole, Desmond Bane, Deandre Ayton and Jalen Brunson. Also on this episode: We break down what we’ve seen from Ja Morant, Brandon Clarke and the Grizzlies, and our expectations for Jonas Valanciunas in New Orleans moving forward.(01:30) Raphielle's playoff observations(09:39) Ja Morant is amazing(16:23) Mikal Bridges big night(23:32) Jalen Brunson's contractual future(25:48) Jonas Valanciunas future value