Rotoworld Fantasy Basketball Podcast

 In Thursday's Roundball Stew Steve Alexander (@Docktora) and Raphielle Johnson (@RaphielleJ) talk big names and injuries after Anthony Davis went down on Wednesday night with a scary ankle injury. Chris Paul injured his right hand but is reportedly fine while stars like Ja Morant and Anthony Edwards were back in action.  Kevin Porter Jr. and Christian Wood were out with illnesses allowing for Alperen Sengun and Dennis Schroder to go off, and the duo debates the rise of Jaden McDaniels and potential fall of Jarred Vanderbilt in Minnesota. They also answer listener questions, debate the fantasy value of Kyrie Irving, and ask several "would you rather have" questions surrounding McDaniels. (00:49) Knicks blow a huge lead(03:03) Nasty looking injury for Anthony Davis(13:43) What's up with Clint Capela lately?(16:14) Should LaMarcus Aldridge be rostered?(30:14) Demar DeRozan scorching hot and break's Wilt's record(39:45) Ja Morant gets to the FT line 25 times(45:33) Listener submitted questions 

Matt Stroup is joined by Ryan Knaus, Raphielle Johnson, Corey Parson, Aaron Robinson and Jared Johnson to hit a wide range of fantasy and betting topics, including Buddy Hield's resurgence in Indiana, the best and worst NBA teams against the spread, and advice for managing fantasy playoff schedules. Also on this episode: a career night for Tyus Jones, and is it time to be concerned about Brandon Ingram?(00:40) Strategically looking at upcoming Fantasy playoff schedules(06:45) Seth Curry solid debut with Brooklyn(09:39) Brand Ingram's struggles(12:21) Most profitable teams so far gambling wise(18:16) Buddy Hield's rising stock(20:58) Tyus Jones potential fantasy value(23:37) Cam Thomas hot streak  

(0:47) Josh Hart and Justice Winslow take over in Portland(4:22) Ben Simmons is introduced to The Nets(8:17) Steph Curry comes back to form(11:00) Terance Mann and the new Clippers rotation(14:31) Josh Giddey: A Triple Double Machine(19:49) Demar DeRozan continues MVP candidacy(24:45) Analyzing the fantasy value of the Bucks' lineup(28:06) CJ McCollum trade impact on the Pelicans(31:41) Goran Dragić is released by the Spurs

Matt Stroup and Dr. A discuss some of the fallout from the first weekend after the NBA trade deadline, including injury updates on Zach LaVine, John Collins, Michael Porter Jr. and Norm Powell — and why Terance Mann is suddenly an intriguing pickup in fantasy leagues. Also on this episode: our expectations for Oshae Brissett, Jalen Smith, Jonathan Kuminga, and Moe Harkless.(1:25) Michael Porter Jr. and his potential return(2:41) Norm Powell is out; Terance Mann on the rise?(5:53) Impact of John Collins' injury on the Hawks(8:27) Zach Lavine gets second opinion on injury(15:26) Waiver Wire Leftovers(22:54) Deni Avdija and Corey Kispert

Matt Stroup, Jonas Nader and Dr. A discuss some of the biggest winners and losers at the NBA trade deadline (including Andre Drummond, Derrick White, and Jaxson Hayes), as well as some of the top waiver pickups to consider right now. Among the names we hit: Devin Vassell, Thomas Bryant, Donte DiVincenzo, and yes — Aleksej Pokusevski.(4:09) Trade Deadline winners and losers(13:46) Pacers' front court(16:29) Washington Wizards lineup changes(24:28) Trade impact on the Dallas Mavericks(26:06) Changes coming for the Sacramento Kings(32:48) Bucks' guard rotation(35:59) Other pick ups to note 

 Steve Alexander (@docktora) and Raphielle Johnson (@raphiellej) talk breaking trade news, including a four-way deal involving the Kings, Pistons, Bucks and Clippers, as well as a trade between the Raptors and the Spurs that could negatively impact Chris Boucher.  The guys weigh in on the James Harden situation in Brooklyn and his apparent desire to go to Philly, and also break down the massive failures of the league's new Big 3s - The Nets and the Lakers. They also take a look at the new-look Kings, Pacers and Pelicans, check in on Caris LeVert's debut in Cleveland and talk about the silly-season potential of OKC's Aleksej Pokusevski. (01:00) Busy trade deadline so far(12:15) Sabonis solid debut with Sacramento(21:48) James Harden and Philadelphia(25:00) John Wall for Russell Westbrook?(31:34) DeRozan, LaVine, or Vucevic.  Who do you have the most fantasy faith in?(40:10) How high would you draft Pascal Siakam next season?

Matt Stroup is joined by Ryan Knaus, Noah Rubin, Renee Miller, Brad Stonebraker and Jared Johnson to discuss some fallout from the trade that sent Domantas Sabonis to the Kings, and Tyrese Haliburton/Buddy Hield to the Pacers — and what this means for rookies Chris Duarte and Davion Mitchell. Plus, a big-picture discussion of trade deadline DFS strategy, and the outlook for Cam Thomas with the Nets in the midst of a nine-game losing streak.(01:49) Bradley Beal out for the year(06:55) Thoughts on the Pacers end of the trade(12:15) Trade deadline DFS strategy(17:33) Kings end of the trade with the Pacers(22:38) Isiah Jackson lovefest 

C.J. McCollum has been traded to the Pelicans, triggering a ton of interesting fantasy fallout. Plus, Isaiah Jackson and Davion Mitchell need to be grabbed, the Wizards' bleak fantasy landscape, and much more. Ryan Knaus (@ryanknaus) and Jared Johnson (@Jae_Tha_Truth) discuss hot pickups and put a fantasy slant on the latest hoops news in Tuesday's Roundball Stew!(0:58) Pick Up of the Day(6:44) CJ McCollum to the Pelicans(12:48) Trade impact on Damian Lillard(21:51) Isaiah Jackson injury(23:18) Davion Mitchell's role(26:17) Darius Bazley's potential impact(30:20) Assessing the Wizards' lineup(37:25) The Severity of Gordon Hayward's injury

Matt Stroup and Dr. A discuss the impact of the Caris LeVert-to-Cleveland trade, our expectations for Jaxson Hayes after a very intriguing stretch of games, and some fresh waiver wire pickups coming out of the weekend. Also on this episode: Is it time to stash Alperen Sengun and Isaiah Jackson ahead of the trade deadline?(2:17) Caris LeVert to the Cavs: How it impacts Indiana(4:09) Trailblazers outlook post Norman Powell trade(7:26) Return of the King in LA and Mitchell in Utah(10:25) Jaxson Hayes' excellent recent performances(13:57) Ben Simmons trade rumors(17:10) Waiver Wire Leftovers

With the NBA trade deadline less than one week away, Matt Stroup (@mattstroup), Jonas Nader (@jonasnader), and Dr. A (@docktora) discuss some forward-thinking waiver wire pickups, including Willy Hernangomez, Jaxson Hayes, Alperen Sengun, Isaiah Jackson, and Davion Mitchell. Also on this episode: The case for (and against) adding Tre Mann and Reggie Bullock right now.(1:19) Thunderstruck: Tre Mann(3:10) Outlook for Isaiah Jackson(7:50) Reggie Bullock and moves for the Mavs(10:33) Obi Toppin and Julius Randle(11:32) Guys to watch at the trade deadline(14:51) Moves for the Rockets?(20:41) More deals at the deadline?(34:55) Listener questions 

Raphielle Johnson (@raphiellej) and Steve Alexander (@docktora) broke down a handful of big nights around the Association from players filling in for inured players, including Nic Claxton, Davion Mitchell, Tre Mann, Reggie Bullock, Ziaire Williams, Trent Forrest and a guy named Terry Taylor who went off in Indy on Wednesday. (02:30) Do you trust Brooklyn's Nic Claxton?(9:45) Are we on the Reggie Bullock bandwagon?(15:02) What to make of Terry Taylor on the Pacers?(22:04) What is Kyle Kuzma worth given Washington's situation?(30:02) Is Jalen Green of Houston worth picking up?(37:32) Carmelo Anthony is a "Must Have" right now(39:22) Listener submitted questions   

Matt Stroup is joined by Ryan Knaus, Raphielle Johnson, Tom Casale, Zak Hanshew and Brad Stonebraker to discuss the latest on Josh Giddey and Davion Mitchell, an intriguing stash in Jaxson Hayes, and the college players — including Auburn's Jabari Smith — who could be on our fantasy rosters before we know it. Also on this episode: the case for the Raptors as the most fantasy-friendly roster in the NBA.(00:53) Raptors most fantasy-friendly roster in the NBA?(06:07) Davion Mitchell surging with no De'Aaron Fox for Sacramento(13:23) How intriguing is Auburn's Jabari Smith  as a fantasy prospect?(18:15) The case for Jaxson Hayes as a stash in fantasy leagues(23:41) Just how good can Josh Giddey be?

Isaiah Jackson erupted in his first NBA start and has plenty of post-trade-deadline upside. Jerami Grant is returning, but how does his rest-of-season outlook stack up in Detroit or elsewhere? Plus, betting award talk!  Ryan Knaus (@ryanknaus) and Zak Hanshew (@ZaktheMonster) discuss hot pickups and put a fantasy slant on the latest hoops news in Tuesday's Roundball Stew!(0:42) Pickup of the Day(6:42) Philadelphia's strong push(10:49) Amir Coffey(13:35) Davion Mitchell and Malik Monk fantasy value(21:48) Jerami Grant's return(25:42) MVP Race(28:12) Rookie of the Year Race  

Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander are joined by special guest Brian Rosenworcel from the band Guster to discuss injuries to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and James Harden, plus some waiver wire options to consider at the start of Week 16. Also on this episode: the long-term upside and intrigue of Isaiah Jackson.(4:18) SGA ankle injury(6:36) Lebron's knee injury and the rise of Malik Monk(9:37) Harden injury and Nets' rotation(11:43)  Update on the Washington Wizards(19:36) Isaiah Jackson upside? Impact on Myles Turner(23:16) Davion Mitchell and Reggie Bullock 

Matt Stroup, Jonas Nader and Steve Alexander discuss some of the most intriguing waiver wire pickups in fantasy basketball right now, including Amir Coffey, Luke Kennard, Gabe Vincent, and Onyeka Okongwu. We also discuss some pre-trade deadline stashes, with Goga Bitadze, Isaiah Jackson and KJ Martin at the center of the conversation.(2:23) Clippers' supporting cast is stepping up(6:17) Pacers' center rotation(12:43) Okongwu and Capela minutes distribution(18:06) Backups receiving opportunities (21:05) Bucks' backcourt (29:36) Listener questions

On the latest Roundball Stew Podcast Steve Alexander (@docktora) and Raphielle Johnson (@raphiellej) sat down with the TV voice of the Atlanta Hawks, Bob Rathbun (@bobrathbuntv), who talks about the Hawks' playoff chances, the return of Bogdan Bogdanovic, the development of Onyeke Okongwu and what it's like to be quarantined 15 minutes before a live broadcast of an NBA game.  Steve shares an old story about Dominique Wilkins - Rathbun's color analyst - and Bob also unveils some NBA secrets which leads to a prediction about the Celtics and Lakers catching the Buckhead Flu this weekend. (00:30) State of the Hawks(15:30) Bob's story when he tested positive for COVID while on the road(23:02) Steve's story about calling Dominique Wilkins when he was a kid(32:04) Will Trae Young be an All Star this year(42:23) The edge "Buckhead Nightlife" can give the Hawks at home 

Matt Stroup is joined by Raphielle Johnson, Brad Stonebraker, Vaughn Dalzell, Aaron Robinson and Jared Johnson to talk Anthony Davis's return, the case for Joel Embiid as MVP, plus the second-half outlook for No.1 overall pick Cade Cunningham. Also on this episode: Jusuf Nurkic is trending up, and what to do with Amir Coffey, Luke Kennard and Kevin Porter Jr.(00:39) Cade Cunningham's surge(06:17) Jusuf Nurkic trending up(12:37) An opportunity with the Hawks' win total(17:54) Klay Thompson's outlook after Tuesday(23:01) Anthony Davis returns for L.A.

Kevin Love continues to shine in a reserve role for Cleveland, but is there more value to be mined without Lauri Markkanen (ankle)? Plus, a look at OKC’s bleak fantasy landscape, injury tidbits for Paul George and Draymond Green, and the latest on NBA Top Shot (NFTs)!  Ryan Knaus (@ryanknaus) and Jared Johnson (@Jae_Tha_Truth) discuss hot pickups and put a fantasy slant on the latest hoops news in Tuesday's Roundball Stew!(1:14) Dr. A's pickups of the day(3:58) Paul George injury update and fallout(9:00) Draymond Green's injury news(14:51) Cavaliers overview (21:43) All things OKC Thunder(29:03) Top Shot Knowledge 

Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander look at some of the key fantasy storylines at the start of Week 15 of the NBA season, including Jayson Tatum’s huge 51-point game, plus injury updates on Damian Lillard, Alex Caruso, Malcolm Brogdon and more. Also on this episode: waiver wire pickups to consider coming out of the weekend, with Nassir Little, Luke Kennard and Kessler Edwards on our radar.(2:27)  Jason Tatum goes off for 51 points(3:57) Injury update on Damian Lillard(7:45) Ayton injury and the rise of Bismack Biyombo(9:41)  Injury updates from around the association(18:49) Waiver Wire Pickups(26:31) Bonus players to assess for your rosters

Matt Stroup, Jonas Nader and Steve Alexander highlight some of the most intriguing waiver wire pickups to consider right now, including Ayo Dosunmu, Goga Bitadze, Terence Davis and a number of others. Plus, what to expect from Onyeka Okongwu, Chris Duarte, and Devin Vassell in the days/weeks ahead.