Rotoworld Fantasy Basketball Podcast

Matt Stroup and Dr. A discuss the latest from the NBA Playoffs over the weekend, with the Hawks and Nets in trouble, and the Suns-Pelicans and Grizzlies-Timberwolves series all even at 2-2. Also on this episode: We review the some of the names who produced third-round fantasy value this season, including DeMar DeRozan, Luka Doncic, Jrue Holiday and Pascal Siakam.(03:27) Takeaways from weekend playoff action(13:40) Reviewing 3rd Round Fantasy values 

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup) and Steve Alexander (@Docktora) discuss some key storylines from this week in the NBA Playoffs, including Jalen Brunson and Jordan Poole putting up huge box scores, and the impact of injuries to Khris Middleton and Devin Booker. Also on this episode: some third-year breakout players to watch moving forward, with Devin Vassell, Isaiah Stewart, Immanuel Quickley and Killian Hayes on our radar.(2:10) Charlotte fires James Borrego(4:05) The Grizzlies comeback victory(12:29) Mavs win without Luka against the Jazz(17:42) Warriors face off against the Nuggets(22:56) Kris Middleton, Devin Booker, and Ben Simmons injury reports(27:25) Third year breakout player candidates(39:18) Robert Williams' potential early return 

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup), Zak Hanshew (@ZakTheMonster), Raphielle Johnson (@Raphiellej), Steve Alexander (@Docktora), and Brad Stonebraker (@BradBaker97) discuss the playoff performances of Tyrese Maxey, Jordan Poole, Trae Young, and Jimmy Butler — and how, if at all, these playoff performances impact their fantasy draft outlook heading into next season. Also on this episode: the outlook for Herb Jones and Davion Mitchell at/near the end of the first year of their NBA careers, and the latest Dr. A's Tales from the Attic, featuring an unexpected car ride with former NBA standout Rick Mahorn.(0:44) Youth movement in the playoffs: Tyrese Maxey and Jordan Poole(6:44) Rookie Profiles: Herb Jones and Davion Mitchell(12:33) Devin Booker's injury(15:27) Hawks/Heat deep dive(26:10): Dr. A's Tales from the Attic 

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup) and Steve Alexander (@Docktora) break down the opening weekend of the NBA Playoffs, including the Nets-Celtics / Kyrie Irving-Jayson Tatum showdown, and discuss the players who posted second-round fantasy value this season — and where we'll be drafting them next year. Among the players we highlight in that conversation: Robert Williams, Chris Paul, Devin Booker, LaMelo Ball and Donovan Mitchell. (1:46) Celtics win Game 1 in Dramatic Fashion(7:08) Hawks fall to the Miami Heat(9:16) Raptors vs. Sixers(15:49) Timberwolves upset the Grizzlies(19:22) Final playoff opening weekend takeaways(22:36) Second-Round Fantasy value(29:56) High upside players to draft 

April 15: Corey Parson (@TheFantasyExec) is joined by members of NBC Sports EDGE’s Betting Team and Roundball Stew Crew to preview the 2022 NBA Playoffs. Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports), Matt Stroup (@MattStroup) and Steve Alexander (@docktora) set their sights on the Eastern Conference, while Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper), Raphielle Johnson (@raphiellej) and Jared Johnson (@Jae_Tha_Truth) break down the Western Conference. PointsBet Head Trader Jay Croucher (@croucherJD) also details how bettors are attacking the playoffs and discusses plus-money wagers of interest. The group wrap up the show by giving their predictions for Conference and NBA Champion.(1:40) – Can Heat be upset in Round 1?(5:38) – 76ers vs Raptors Preview(10:59) – Bucks vs Bulls Breakdown(15:27) – Celtics vs Nets Heavyweight Bout(25:32) – Will the Suns roll against the 8-seed?(28:06) – Luka injury looms large vs Jazz(34:12) – Warriors vs Nuggets Preview(40:11) – Grizzlies vs Timberwolves Breakdown(45:04) – How Bettors are attacking the Playoff

(00:58) OKC situation(08:13) De'Aaron Fox's season(14:26) Hawks/Hornets tonight(20:05) Anthony Edwards big night to open Postseason

With the regular season over, and the NBA Playoffs just ahead, Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander break down the top 12 fantasy players from this past season, and consider where we’d draft them next year, including Nikola Jokic, Kevin Durant, Joel Embiid and LeBron James. Also on this episode: How high should we be taking Dejounte Murray, Trae Young, Steph Curry and a possibly declining James Harden heading into next year?And, our latest installment of Dr. A's Tales From The Attic, featuring Steve Alexander, a pair of shoes, a set of car keys, and former Indiana Pacers star Herb Williams.

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup), Jonas Nader (@JonasNader), and Steve Alexander (@Docktora) hand out the year-end fantasy basketball Waiver Wire Awards, including Pickup of the Year, Silly Season Hero and, of course, the Cedi Pills Award.(3:05) Silly Season Hero of the Year(6:35) Cedi Pills Award(10:49) Waiver Wire Letdown(15:11) Stash of the Year(18:17) 10th time the Charm Award(20:24) Ye of Little Faith Award(24:16) Shallow League Pickup of the year 

Matt Stroup, Ryan Knaus, Zak Hanshew, Vaughn Dalzell, Brad Stonebraker and Jared Johnson discuss Jalen Green’s streak of 30-plus point games, the outlook for Donte DiVincenzo in Sacramento, plus reasons to fade the Bulls, Cavs and Jazz in the postseason. Also on this episode: a few notable late-season waiver wire options for fantasy leagues that run to the end of the line.(01:47) Toronto clinch at top 6 seed(08:45) Knicks to look out for this week(13:22) Teams Vaughn is thinking about fading(18:51) Donte DiVincenzo update(24:32) Jalen Green with another big night(30:48) Lakers eliminated

Ryan Knaus (@ryanknaus) and Raphielle Johnson (@raphiellej) discuss some of the season's biggest fantasy surprises, for better or worse. DeMar DeRozan and Tyrese Haliburton are among those players who exceeded expectations, while De'Aaron Fox and Isaiah Stewart were letdowns, but which trends have staying power and which were mirages?(1:17) Pickup of the day(4:37) Positive surprises from this fantasy season (23:49) Negative outcomes from this fantasy season(42:34) Dr. A's tales from the attic

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup), Jonas Nader (@JonasNader), and Steve Alexander (@Docktora) discuss some waiver pickups to consider on the Pacers, Thunder, Blazers, and Kings (including Theo Maledon, Brandon Williams and Damian Jones). Also on this episode: We discuss the near- and long-term upside for Markelle Fultz with the Magic, and name the finalists for Waiver Wire Pickup of the Year. (2:21) Waiver wire pickups for the Pacers and Thunder(9:41)  Waiver wire pickups for the Blazers and Kings(17:21) Killian Hayes(19:49) Markelle Fultz (21:42) Moses Brown's impact on the Thunder(23:12) Waiver Wire Pickups of the Year Nominees    

Matt Stroup is joined by Ryan Knaus, Raphielle Johnson, Thomas Casale and Brad Stonebraker to discuss our expectations for Drew Eubanks, Brandon Williams, Wendell Carter Jr., Mo Bamba, and Franz Wagner. Also on this episode: what to expect when Duke-UNC and Villanova-Kansas face off in the Final Four, and the case for Paolo Banchero as No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft. (00:44) Wendell Carter, Jr. and the state of the Magic(06:34) Franz Wagner discussion(12:12) Final Four preview(18:02) Portland AKA "Silly Season Hereos"  

Matt Stroup (@MattStroup), Zak Hanshew (@Zakthemonster), and Noah Rubin (@Noah_Rubin) discuss the fallout from Robert Williams' knee injury, the latest waiver adds (including a lot of Pacers and Thunder), plus a story of the time Dr. A went shoe shopping with Darryl Dawkins. Also on this episode: Kyrie Irving's home debut, and the Blazers lose late-season sensation Trendon Watford.(3:33) Kyrie Irving's first game in Brooklyn(5:39) Robert Williams' knee injury(8:26) Brandon Ingram returns; Pelicans new lineup(11:00) Trendon Watford is out for the season(15:47) Grizzlies continue to win without Morant(18:19) Hawks vs. Pacers(24:02) Players hinting at fantasy value(28:30) Dr. A's Tales from the Attic  

Matt Stroup, Steve Alexander and Jonas Nader talk waiver wire pickups (including Davion Mitchell and Goga Bitadze), and are joined by Carlos Boozer for a Duke/NCAA Tournament breakdown — with a look at how things stand with Boozer's 50k bet on Duke to go the distance. Below is a full breakdown of the episode:(00:00) Carlos Boozer joins the show to talk Duke hoops, Coach K's last dance, and a 50k bet(11:08) What do do with Cam Payne now that Chris Paul is back(15:36) Waiver Wire Pickups: Tyus Jones, Goga Bitadze, Davion Mitchell and more

On the last Thursday edition of Roundball Stew this season, Steve Alexander (@docktora) and Raphielle Johnson (@raphiellej) look at Kyrie Irving (43 points), who made big headlines in more ways than one on Wednesday as news broke that he's finally going to be allowed to play in New York and should make his debut on Sunday. Ja Morant was out for the Grizzlies allowing the rest of the team to flourish, Obi Toppin is coming on in New York and Theo Maledon made a surprise appearance on the same night that Aleksej Pokusevski was the 'Poeltl answer'.(06:22) Busy day for Kyrie Irving(09:45) Obi Toppin, why isn't he playing more?(18:20) Spencer Dinwiddie plays well with Dallas(24:55) Tobias Harris play as of late for Philladelphia(31:00) Giannis won't play Thursday night vs. Washington(37:03) Backcourt situation in Sacramento  

Matt Stroup, Raphielle Johnson, Noah Rubin, Renee Miller, Brad Stonebraker and Jared Johnson discuss the outlook for Jordan Poole and Otto Porter Jr. with Steph Curry out, plus some DFS tools and tips, and the future fantasy outlooks for Julius Randle and Mo Bamba. Also on this episode: We consider some of the names who could be the waiver wire pickup of the year, including Anfernee Simons, Herb Jones, and Franz Wagner.(0:57) Julius Randle(4:41) Otto Porter Jr. and Jordan Poole(9:47) Tyus Jones' outlook(18:39) Mo Bamba(25:13) Waiver Wire pickup of the year(30:43) The Last Word 

Jared Johnson (@Jae_The_Truth) and Raphielle Johnson (@Raphiellej) go through a list of big name players such as Ben Simmons, Paul George and Jarrett Allen to name a few and answer the question: are these guys worth holding for the remainder of the fantasy hoops season. Plus, a discussion on what to do with Sacramento's dilapidated front court, and Zion Williamson's future potential in the league. All that and more in Tuesday's final edition of Roundball Stew. (0:27) Pickup of the day(1:25) Cut-em or Keep-Em(15:41) De'Aaron Fox + Sacramento's front court(21:47) Julius Randle to miss tonight's game(26:18) Zion Williamson's injury update(29:54) Jonathan Isaac will not return this season

In Monday's Roundball Stew Steve Alexander (@docktora) sits down with drummer Brian Rosenworcel (@Bowl_of_Worcel) from the band Guster to talk some fantasy hoops. Season-ending injuries for Damian Lillard and Zion Williamson, the return of Chris Paul and a big night for Davion Mitchell are all discussed. There are three teams that play only two games this week, leaving some fantasy managers in a hole. Brian makes a live pickup on the air that may help you make a similar move.(7:11) Few games remaining and issues with fantasy lineups(20:40) Jamal Crawford retires and Josh Richardson's resurgence (25:46) Russell Westbrook records his first triple double in 2022(27:12) Jae Crowder's injury and other NBA news(29:59) Davion Mitchell's strong performance(32:00) Fantasy implications with the New York Knicks

Matt Stroup, Jonas Nader and Steve Alexander highlight some waiver wire options to consider in the aftermath of Steph Curry's injury, including Gary Payton II, Bones Hyland, Jarred Vanderbilt and more. Also on this episode: a lot of Thunder talk (and actual thunder), as we consider the latest on Aleksej Pokusevski and Tre Mann.(04:32) Steph Curry injury update(11:43) Can we believe in Jarred Vanderbilt?(22:40) Aleksej Pokusevski conversation(32:03) Brandon Williams.  What to make of him?   

 Steve Alexander (@docktora) and Raphielle Johnson (@raphiellej) break down a busy Wednesday night in the NBA in Thursday's edition of the Roundball Stew. Stephen Curry is out indefinitely after taking a hard shot to the leg by Marcus Smart. Was it a hustle play? Was it dirty? Tune in to find out. Luka Doncic fed Spencer Dinwiddie in Brooklyn for a game-winning 3-pointer in the best game of the night, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has it on cruise control right now and Goran Dragic is suddenly relevant again. The guys also talk some schedule as several teams only play two games next week. (01:50) Steph Curry out indefinitely. Dirty play by Marcus Smart?(04:33) Big night in Brooklyn for Luka Doncic. What's next for Spencer Dinwiddie?(13:15) Will Philadelphia win the East?(21:50) Zach Lavine and Chicago discussion(25:23) Listener submitted questions