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Locked On Fantasy Basketball podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for all things fantasy basketball. Host Josh Lloyd will help guide your team to glory as he takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from all over the NBA but with a distinct fantasy slant. Locked On Fantasy Basketball podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

  1. 8 hr ago

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft Pick 10 - Kevin Durant Build

    OVERVIEWThis episode features a 12-team, 9-category fantasy basketball mock draft picking from the 10th spot, focusing on how to navigate difficult value decisions across key rounds. I break down positional needs, tier drops, ADP oddities, and my thinking behind specific picks and pivots, highlighting how to react when your preferred targets go earlier than expected. KEY TAKEAWAYSKevin Durant is a strong and often clear option at pick 10, with a notable tier gap separating him from Anthony Edwards, especially given Edwards’ less optimal playoff schedule.Groupings in the late first and early second round—like Jamal Murray, Donovan Mitchell, LaMelo Ball, Karl-Anthony Towns—show limited difference in expected value, so don’t sweat exact order but be strategic about position and category fit.Consider playoff week schedules when choosing between similar-value players; stars like Anthony Edwards may need to be dropped in ranks if their teams have only two-game weeks in crucial fantasy rounds.Don’t hesitate to grab players a few spots ahead of ADP if they fill a glaring positional need or offer high upside late, such as taking Alex Sarr at center after missing out on primary targets.Pay attention to real-time draft trends—runs at certain positions can leave you with less-than-ideal options later, as seen with point guards and centers in this draft, so be ready to pivot to backup plans like Darius Acuff, Ayo Dosunmu, or John Collins.Some names with lower ADPs, like Miles Bridges or OG Anunoby, continue dropping deeper into drafts, allowing for late value swings if your build can handle risk or uncertainty.Always track your position eligibility and categorical balance throughout the draft, particularly in rounds 8–12 when benches fill out; positional flexibility can be a tiebreaker for swing bench picks. CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction0:31 Mock Draft Setup and Opening4:34 First Round Player Decisions (picks 1–12)7:01 Second and Third Round Value Clusters11:00 Mid-Draft Pivoting and Runs on Positions16:00 Center and Point Guard Scramble21:00 Late-Round Strategies and Targeted Upside26:50 Final Bench Picks and Draft Wrap-Up29:39 Reviewing Team Builds and Projected Standings30:31 Closing Thoughts and Next Mocks  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.  BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!  GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Visit Josh Lloyd Fantasy for more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft Pick 10 - Kevin Durant Build

  2. 12 hr ago

    Philadelphia 76ers Fantasy Basketball Preview [26/27 NBA Season]

    OVERVIEWPhiladelphia features some of the most complex fantasy basketball scenarios this season due to extreme top-end usage and uncertain roles behind the stars. I lay out the cases for Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, LeBron James, and others, tackling where their current fantasy prices don't match the likely outcome, and highlight why some are outright fades. KEY TAKEAWAYSTyrese Maxey is a risky pick at his current ADP (8 on Yahoo and ESPN), as nearly every statistical category last year trended toward his ceiling and regression is likely even without the new arrivals. I barely justify him at 11 and can't touch him top 15 in points leagues.Joel Embiid is a hard avoid for me inside the top 50, regardless of per-game upside, because of extensive injury history with repeat meniscus surgeries. I won't pair him with other high-risk health guys like Anthony Davis or Kawhi Leonard.Jaylen Brown is undervalued by standard category league rankings but makes sense in round 3 or 4 in points leagues, especially if the minutes jump under Nick Nurse offsets some usage loss. Anywhere in the 50s is great; avoid if he goes top 20.LeBron James is sliding a bit too far in drafts—I'm okay with him in the 40s in points leagues and 50s in category leagues, even projecting usage and scoring dips. His assist rate should rise and he remains a uniquely productive fantasy asset if he plays.VJ Edgecombe should not be chased at last year's 60s or 70s prices, as increased competition for usage and minutes mean only a significant injury pile-up pushes him past the No. 3 or 4 option in the rotation. Late stash or deep league play only.The Sixers bench does not offer easy handcuffs: Anthony Simons needs nearly all starters to be absent to matter, and backup big men Adem Bona and Dom Barlow are both injured. Jabari Walker's name is worth monitoring if big men remain unavailable.The Sixers are healthy now, but injury histories of their stars mean rotational chaos is possible. However, the scenario where Edgecombe or any bench piece truly breaks out is still a deep-league or desperation play.CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction0:32 Philadelphia’s Use and Role Dilemmas4:45 Tyrese Maxey: Risk Evaluation7:28 Jaylen Brown Value and Format Differences10:18 Joel Embiid and LeBron James: Ranking and Injury Concerns17:29 VJ Edgecombe and Starting Five Impact20:52 Bench Uncertainty and Deep League Flyers25:17 Injury Updates and Schedule Notes  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.  BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!  GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Visit Josh Lloyd Fantasy for more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Philadelphia 76ers Fantasy Basketball Preview [26/27 NBA Season]

  3. 15 hr ago

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft Pick 6 - Jayson Tatum Build

    OVERVIEWA full 12-team, 9-category fantasy basketball mock draft, picking from slot 6 and analyzing every round’s player values, surprises, and team-building pivots. I highlight risks, draft trends, and late-round flyers that keep coming up, plus share which strategies worked (or didn’t) in the changing landscape one week out from NBA opening night. KEY TAKEAWAYSJayson Tatum at pick 6 is a solid, safe anchor in a 9-cat format, especially as other elite players see movement in the top five.Early rounds saw some nontraditional picks—Giannis Antetokounmpo going at 4 and Luka Dončić at 5—emphasizing the need to stay flexible and not follow rigid drafting recipes.There’s a cluster of interchangeable second and third-round values among players like Jamal Murray, Alperen Şengün, Karl-Anthony Towns, LaMelo Ball, Donovan Mitchell, and Amen Thompson.Several late-first, early-second round players are consistently over-drafted or taken in surprising spots, including Scoot Henderson, Jalen Johnson, and Scottie Barnes, pointing to league-specific preferences and projected upside.Some managers are reaching for upside rookies and potential breakout players like Cooper Flagg, Amen Thompson, and Caleb Wilson, which creates opportunities if you’re willing to be patient or go against conventional ADP wisdom.Injured or returning players like Kyrie Irving and Damian Lillard need to be evaluated contextually—my comfort level is rising with them as mock drafts and projections stabilize.There’s a run on centers in the mid rounds due to positional scarcity; rostering multiple eligible centers like Zach Edey and Jakob Poeltl can be necessary if value is drying up.Don’t blindly replicate any specific mock: every draft room has its quirks and surprises. Instead, focus on learning how to pivot when players you want are taken. CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction0:30 Mock draft setup and sponsors5:06 Draft begins: early round surprises8:39 Round two and player interchangeability10:34 Draft pivots and upside targets17:00 Mid-round value and position runs20:09 Late rounds and deep flyers28:09 Projected standings, draft wrap-up  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.  BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!  GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Visit Josh Lloyd Fantasy for more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft Pick 6 - Jayson Tatum Build

  4. 1 day ago

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft Pick 11 - [9 Cat H2H Tyrese Maxey]

    OVERVIEWThis episode is a 12-team, 9-category fantasy basketball mock draft from pick 11, anchored by the selection of Tyrese Maxey. I walk through my real-time draft decisions, discuss the shifting value and strategy on key players, and break down why this draft proved exceptionally competitive. The analysis centers on roster construction, player fallbacks, and how real draft dynamics can differ from pre-rankings. KEY TAKEAWAYSTyrese Maxey at pick 11 is a borderline first/second-round fantasy basketball choice; I'm lower than consensus due to role uncertainty, usage, and the presence of other ballhandlers in Philadelphia.The second round feels particularly fluid this year: names like Jalen Johnson, Austin Reaves, or Tyrese Haliburton can go in a wide range, and I nearly missed out on the pick window for Scottie Barnes after panicking on the clock.Don’t chase specific players if they jump too high—other fallback options will still be available as the draft pushes others down the board.Players like Paul George and Damian Lillard still project as top-30 values, yet can be secured far later in drafts if league dynamics allow; this creates an exploitable value pocket.Hypercompetitive room dynamics can compress projected standings—small pick differences can magnify the frustration of being consistently sniped, but final projected records between teams may remain tightly packed.It’s critical to adapt strategy on the fly: timer pressure, unexpected runs, and changing player demand all affect decision-making and require flexibility.Don’t lock onto pre-set “correct” pick zones; the difference in player projections is often minimal and many draft-day reaches or fallers are within reasonable risk. CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction1:05 Context for Pick 11 Mock Draft4:45 Draft Room Setup and Troubleshooting5:31 Start of Mock Draft Picks 1–128:10 My Early Rounds (Maxey/Barnes) and Panic Picks9:01 Second Round Fluidity and Player Debates13:06 Rounds 3–5 Adjustments and Missed Targets16:46 Rounds 6–9: Value Targets, Snipes, and Strategic Shifts20:53 Late Rounds — Flyer Territory and Bounce-back Picks24:03 Final Rounds: Filling Gaps and Roster Construction28:04 Reviewing My Team, Standings, and Competitive Takeaways31:59 Wrap-up and Further Resources  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.  BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!  GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Visit Josh Lloyd Fantasy for more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft Pick 11 - [9 Cat H2H Tyrese Maxey]

  5. 1 day ago

    Orlando Magic Fantasy Basketball Preview [26/27 NBA Season]

    OVERVIEWThis episode analyzes key fantasy basketball decisions for the Orlando Magic roster, with a focus on how new coaching and shifts in player roles affect draft value, rankings, and category versus points league strategy. I dig into Paolo Banchero's controversial value across formats and break down realistic expectations on players like Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs, and Wendell Carter Jr. KEY TAKEAWAYSPaolo Banchero is polarizing; 9-cat rankings underrate him for typical head-to-head formats, making his Yahoo category ranking (51) a bargain for points leagues and a risk for standard category drafts.Banchero's shooting stats (46% FG, 78% FT) are middling, not catastrophic, and he should not be lumped with efficiency killers like Fred VanVleet or Giannis Antetokounmpo; consider his expanding skill set and incremental improvements.Franz Wagner deserves some slack for a down year marred by ankle and calf injuries; top-50 upside exists if healthy, but he projects safer in rounds 5–6 for both points and category leagues.Desmond Bane is overvalued in the 40s unless you expect significant injuries to other primary creators; his path to top-40 value assumes multiple ifs that shouldn't be baked into his ADP.Jalen Suggs offers strong per-game output, especially for steals and assists, but his all-out playing style limits games played and average minutes, making him hard to trust for major investment.Wendell Carter Jr. lacks upside and should not be drafted in 12-team formats; he's become a low-ceiling, low-impact option without signs of a breakout ahead.Nikola Vucevic may have deep-league or late-round appeal if minutes break his way, but his days of reliable fantasy relevance are done unless the rotation unexpectedly tilts his direction.Anthony Black, Tristan da Silva, and other bench pieces only have streaming or stash value if multiple injuries open up larger roles; do not overdraft based on last season's opportunity-driven spikes. CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction1:03 Orlando Magic overview & coaching impact4:49 Paolo Banchero fantasy value deep dive8:52 Franz Wagner's injury year and outlook12:37 Desmond Bane's rankings and risk15:16 Jalen Suggs profile and minutes outlook17:14 Wendell Carter Jr.: why avoid18:54 Bench rotation and streaming options20:47 Anthony Black and other speculative plays24:06 Nikola Vucevic's late-round/deep-league case26:05 Remaining roster watchlist27:51 Target, fade, and stash summaries27:54 Injury updates 28:47 Final schedule notes & wrap-up    Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.  BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!  GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Visit Josh Lloyd Fantasy for more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Orlando Magic Fantasy Basketball Preview [26/27 NBA Season]

  6. 1 day ago

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft 9 cat Pick 3 | Shai Build

    OVERVIEWFantasy basketball mock drafts can get too hung up on exact player rankings, but the margins between top options are often small. In this episode, I draft from pick 3 in a 9-category head-to-head league, explaining why I took Shai Gilgeous-Alexander over Luka Dončić and how to build around that choice. I break down positional value shifts, ADP ranges, the impact of tiers, and how to adjust to runs and unexpected slides in a draft. KEY TAKEAWAYSThe distinction between ranking 3 and 4 is often trivial, so don't be afraid to take Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at pick 3 over Luka Dončić—there’s little fantasy consequence either way if you have a reason you prefer Shai (Josh Lloyd at 01:00).It’s easy to overthink differences in ordinal rankings—projected fantasy value differences in the early rounds are usually small, and you should factor in team build and tier, not just “best available” (01:13, 15:02).Advanced ADP data shows a wide range for many players like Trae Young and Lauri Markkanen, so draft position varies by league context and should influence your expectations (12:06).Certain picks (like Austin Reaves as a first-rounder) are viable depending on projections and league format, even if they buck consensus—own your convictions and don’t get bullied by groupthink (09:59).Players like Cade Cunningham and Darius Garland are falling in drafts due to worries about free throws, turnovers, or team context, but this opens up value for risk-tolerant drafters (09:13, 16:03).Take flyers and value plays late, but keep a focus on minutes and role uncertainty—rookies and unproven options can make sense in deeper formats, but understand the bench risk (25:33, 27:03).Mock drafts are about experimenting—don’t get locked into one strategy based on a single run-through; team constructions can change a lot based on what falls in each mock (19:23).The projections used are head-to-head category-centric; know your league format since points leagues or dynasty require different approaches (15:06, 33:12). CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction0:42 Mock Draft Setup & Top-Tier Picks3:05 Sponsor Reads5:14 Building Around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander9:13 Early Rounds Commentary (Cade Cunningham, Austin Reaves, positional tiers)12:06 ADP Ranges, Value, and Variability15:02 Draft Philosophy: Ranks vs. Tiers18:00 Targeting Mid/Late Round Upside20:00 Late-Round Flyers, Rookies, and Uncertainty27:03 Recapping Picks & Mock Draft Lessons34:00 Final Roster Review, Projections Discussion, and Wrap-up   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.  BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!  GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Visit Josh Lloyd Fantasy for more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft 9 cat Pick 3 | Shai Build

  7. 2 days ago

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft - Category Pick 12

    OVERVIEWToday's episode is all about navigating a 12-spot, third-round reversal, 9-category fantasy basketball mock draft. I break down my controversial choice to take Austin Reaves at pick 12, walk through my team-building logic on the turn, and highlight how wild fluctuations in ADP and draft strategy can completely reshape your options—even when nothing about the player pool has changed. This is a practical look at high-variance draft positions, unexpected value picks, and what it means for your own draft day approach in fantasy basketball. KEY TAKEAWAYSDrafting from pick 12 forces uncomfortable decisions, often between riskier high-upside picks (injury-prone stars) and stable but maybe unspectacular options. I built my team around Austin Reaves at 12 for a scenario test, even though most would avoid him there.There can be massive differences between platform rankings (Yahoo’s first round: Jokic, Wembanyama, Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, etc.) and my own projections—many default site ranks shouldn't dictate your picks, especially when they elevate players like Jalen Johnson or Tyrese Haliburton higher than practical.Playing the third-round reversal changes draft dynamics—don’t assume value will fall the same way at the turn as in standard snake drafts. The double pick gives you power but also exposes you to missing tier runs quickly.Recent mock drafts have seen wild ADP swings (e.g., Jalen Duren being picked at 30 after going at 50 in the previous mock). You should treat each draft as its own ecosystem and not follow last draft’s results as a blueprint.Don’t overvalue the outputs of any single mock draft or ADP list. I caution against copying my picks or strategies straight up—contextual awareness and draft adaptability matter much more than replicating someone else’s queue.Opting for stable contributors over players with injury or volatility risk (e.g., skipping Kawhi Leonard, LaMelo Ball, Kyrie Irving, and Stephen Curry in this build) is a viable but not always popular route at the end of the first round.Not all “late” picks deliver upside. In the final rounds, I regret flyer picks like Mikal Brown and would pivot in hindsight. Late draft value is highly context dependent. CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction1:03 Mock draft overview and strategy at pick 127:03 Round-by-round player selections and live draft reactions22:04 Adjusting to trends and volatility in late rounds34:06 Draft recap, projections, and closing thoughts  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.  BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!  GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Visit Josh Lloyd Fantasy for more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft - Category Pick 12

  8. 2 days ago

    Oklahoma City Thunder Fantasy Basketball Preview [26/27 NBA Season]

    OVERVIEWFantasy basketball managers need to navigate major changes in the Oklahoma City Thunder's depth and rotation, impacting player value, draft targets, and which breakout performances are real. I break down shifts in the starting lineup, changes in three-point volume, the volatility in player rankings and ADP across platforms, and which Thunder options are truly worth drafting — or fading — in both category and points leagues. KEY TAKEAWAYSThe departures of Luguentz Dort, Aaron Wiggins, and Isaiah Joe mean OKC's core players should see more minutes and a higher fantasy floor, rather than their roles being absorbed by unproven depth.Shai Gilgeous-Alexander can reasonably be drafted anywhere from second to fifth in category leagues, but a higher three-point volume could drop his field goal percentage and assists might dip if he plays off-ball more.Chet Holmgren is significantly overrated in nine-category leagues, especially at Yahoo ADP/Rank of 19–25, and should only be targeted in the 35–50 range for either points or category formats. His ESPN ADP of 66 is an absolute value spot.Isaiah Hartenstein is better suited to category leagues, especially at his depressed Yahoo (104) and ESPN (132) ranks. His new contract means his role is secure and early-season struggles are being overblown.Cason Wallace is not a must-draft in standard leagues due to limited offensive contributions outside of steals—one-category value is easily replaceable.Ajay Mitchell's fantasy output last season was driven by high-usage injury stretches; expect a bench role and more realistic numbers, though he offers streaming upside if starters miss time.Aday Mara's preseason breakout is situational and misleading—barring major injuries to the frontcourt, there is no clear path to standard league value.The recurring debate on category settings: turnovers remain a flawed but default ninth category, with better alternatives (like hustle stats) still not widely available on major platforms. CHAPTERS0:00 Introduction0:33 Oklahoma City roster changes3:08 Projected starting lineup4:46 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander draft strategy6:33 Chet Holmgren: value and formats12:45 Jalen Williams risk assessment15:29 Isaiah Hartenstein's fantasy outlook16:39 Cason Wallace role and value20:22 Bench rotation and upside options23:38 Jared McCain and deep league fliers26:34 Jaylin Williams, Aday Mara, and frontcourt logjam29:02 Rotation questions and injury updates33:35 Fantasy category settings discussion (mailbag)   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.  BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!  GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Visit Josh Lloyd Fantasy for more Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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