Locked On Fantasy Basketball – Daily NBA Fantasy Basketball Podcast

LeBron James returns for the Los Angeles Lakers, but can he reclaim his signature dominance amid shifting team dynamics and increased competition? Jalen Johnson’s breakout for the Atlanta Hawks sparks debate—could he be this year’s surprise All-NBA candidate? Keyonte George fuels the Utah Jazz with a standout performance, leaving fans questioning how far his ascension will take the team.

Josh Lloyd offers sharp takes on fantasy valu...

NBA contenders brace for major lineup shakeups as Giannis Antetokounmpo’s groin injury and Joel Embiid’s doubtful status send ripples across fantasy leagues. Will Bobby Portis, Kyle Kuzma, and Andre Drummond become essential pickups, or will recent injuries force managers to rethink short-term streaming strategies and player efficiency? Wednesday’s nine-game slate features critical updates on names like Brandon Miller, Stephon Cast...

Donovan Mitchell is putting up superstar numbers for the Cleveland Cavaliers, but can he sustain his elite fantasy output once Darius Garland returns? Josh Lloyd breaks down which NBA players are overperforming their rest-of-season expectations and serves up crucial sell-high candidates for fantasy basketball managers.

Key insights include Trey Murphy’s explosive run amid New Orleans Pelicans injuries, the unexpected surge from Char...

Surprise injuries rock the NBA as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Wemby, and Ja Morant hit the sidelines, forcing fantasy managers into action—who’s the top waiver add: Luke Kornet, Vince Williams, or Jeremy Sochan? Monday’s wild games saw rookie standouts like Kel’el Ware and Kon Knueppel shine, while Isaiah Jackson and Jalen Duren posted monster stat lines. Can Daniss Jenkins and Kobe Sanders sustain their surge with regulars returning so...

Victor Wembanyama’s injury shakes up NBA fantasy basketball as the San Antonio Spurs’ star faces several weeks on the sidelines. Who steps up in his absence—Luke Kornet, Jeremy Sochan, or another waiver-wire sleeper? Josh Lloyd breaks down top streaming options, sudden injury pivots, and emerging values, including Vince Williams Jr. replacing Ja Morant (calf injury) for the Memphis Grizzlies, and surprising upside from Brandon Will...

Nikola Vucevic’s slow start raises eyebrows—can the Chicago Bulls center bounce back, or is this the new normal? Josh Lloyd spotlights prime buy low opportunities, breaking down why Vucevic, Zach LaVine, Mark Williams, Cedric Coward, and Kristaps Porziņģis are underperforming their expected fantasy basketball value and what savvy managers should do next. Are recent shooting slumps and low usage just blips, or warning signs?

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NBA fantasy drama heats up as Paul George’s return and Anthony Davis’ lingering injury send shockwaves through rosters. Can the Dallas Mavericks stay afloat without Davis, and will Portland unravel as their guard rotation thins further? Brooklyn Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. erupts for 34 points—can managers ride his hot streak, or is now the time to sell high before his playoff outlook dims?

Josh Lloyd breaks down eight Sunday matchups ...

Week 5 in fantasy basketball kicks off with high-impact streaming opportunities and injury twists across the NBA. Can key pickups like Andre Drummond carry your roster while Joel Embiid and OG Anunoby remain sidelined? With eight games on tap, teams like the Detroit Pistons, Philadelphia 76ers, and Miami Heat face pivotal absences and questionable returns from stars including Cade Cunningham, Zion Williamson, and Bam Adebayo. The e...

Fantasy managers race to add Bogdan Bogdanovic, Naji Marshall, and Tristan da Silva off the waiver wire—but can these surging NBA pickups actually deliver long-term value? Josh Lloyd spotlights the chaos of ever-shifting rotations as coaches deploy unpredictable lineups and players like Vit Krejci, Saddiq Bey, and Daniel Gafford experience dramatic swings in opportunity. With injury replacements and hot streaks fueling roster churn...

Fantasy basketball managers face a make-or-break Sunday as unexpected injuries and shifting rotations shake up the NBA landscape. Can streamers like Moses Moody, Brandon Williams, and Terance Mann tip the scales in crucial head-to-head battles? Josh Lloyd spotlights the volatility in lineups across teams like the Golden State Warriors, Dallas Mavericks, and Brooklyn Nets, providing top streaming recommendations for both points and ...

NBA fantasy managers face a perfectly balanced Week 5 schedule—no double-digit or single-game days—eliminating the need to chase traditional “quality game” strategies. Josh Lloyd spotlights teams with favorable volume, warns of the Los Angeles Lakers’ and Houston Rockets’ brutal two-game slates, and explains why dropping fringe players like Rui Hachimura or Tari Eason (out for six weeks) is a savvy move. Are Deandre Ayton and Jabar...

Zach Edey emerges as a must-add fantasy target, with Josh Lloyd predicting top-60 value for the Memphis Grizzlies' big man by Thanksgiving. Are you ready to overhaul your waiver wire strategy to stay ahead in your NBA fantasy league and dominate weekend matchups?

Josh Lloyd previews an unusual five-game Saturday slate, highlighting key injury updates for stars like Darius Garland, LaMelo Ball, and Giannis Antetokounmpo. Discover hig...

NBA injury chaos shakes up key fantasy matchups as Jalen Brunson and Paolo Banchero headline the latest IN/OUT reports. Which under-the-radar streamers will step up on a packed NBA Cup night? Josh Lloyd explores the fall-out from Brunson's grade one ankle sprain and Banchero's groin strain, debating must-adds like McBride, Shamet, and the enigmatic John Isaac. Analyzing shifting roles for the Knicks, Magic, Sixers, and Pistons, he ...

Brandon Williams, Noah Clowney, and Reed Sheppard surge onto fantasy basketball radars as surprise stat leaders, while top names like Kristaps Porzingis and Mark Williams keep managers on edge with injury updates. Is it the right time to stash an underperforming rookie, or are you falling victim to fantasy impatience? Josh Lloyd and Adam King tackle burning pickup questions, dissect must-roster players, and call out the risks of ch...

Injury woes shake up the NBA landscape as Paolo Banchero and Jalen Brunson exit early, forcing the Orlando Magic and New York Knicks to rethink rotations and create unexpected fantasy opportunities. Josh Lloyd breaks down how Franz Wagner, Anthony Black, and Deuce McBride could see value bumps, while Nikola Vucevic’s struggles with the Chicago Bulls prompt tough conversations about his long-term fantasy outlook.

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Fantasy basketball managers face tough decisions with just three NBA games on Thursday—is your roster ready to seize the opportunity? Josh Lloyd spotlights prime streamers like Isaiah Collier, Mouhamed Gueye, and Nick Richards, addressing how back-to-back schedules for teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers, Phoenix Suns, and Atlanta Hawks create last-minute value. Injury updates on Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Kr...

Bradley Beal’s season-ending hip fracture leaves the Los Angeles Clippers searching for answers—will John Collins step up, or is a major rotation shakeup looming? Josh Lloyd breaks down top waiver wire targets, highlighting Brandon Williams’ ascension as the Dallas Mavericks’ starting point guard after D’Angelo Russell’s benching and uncertainty around Anthony Davis’s return. Cutting through the noise, Lloyd evaluates the fantasy i...

Andre Drummond becomes a must-add as Joel Embiid's knee issues deepen uncertainty for the Philadelphia 76ers, while waves of blowouts and shifting lineups reshape the NBA fantasy basketball landscape. Josh Lloyd unpacks dramatic roster shuffles—including Jarrus Walker’s benching and the shocking ascent of Noah Clowney and Ace Bailey—putting league managers on high alert for hidden value and potential busts. Which under-the-radar pi...

NBA fantasy chaos looms as 12 action-packed games hit the hardwood—can savvy streamers outmaneuver injury chaos and roster shakeups? Josh Lloyd reveals must-stream players like Lonzo Ball, Kris Dunn, and Sam Merrill amid widespread absences for the Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, and LA Clippers. Key injuries to stars such as Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Ausar Thompson, and Kawhi Leonard shake up projected lineups, while...