Beyond the Narrative - An NBA Fantasy Podcast with Alex Burns

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Beyond The Narrative breaks down the NBA through a sharper lens — blending fantasy strategy with real hoops insight. Host Alex Burns goes beyond box scores to uncover player trends, team schemes, and actionable takeaways to help you win your league and understand the game.

Episodes

  1. Emergency Pod: Fantasy Fallout of the Norman Powell, John Collins, and the Utah Jazz Shuffle

    07/07/2025

    Emergency Pod: Fantasy Fallout of the Norman Powell, John Collins, and the Utah Jazz Shuffle

    In this emergency episode of Beyond the Narrative Fantasy Basketball Podcast, Alex Burns breaks down the surprise trade between the Miami Heat, Los Angeles Clippers, and the Utah Jazz, which sends Norman Powell to the Heat, John Collins to the Los Angeles Clippers, and Kevin Love,Kyle Anderson, and a 2027 second-round pick going to the Jazz. What does it all mean for fantasy hoops, team dynamics, and rotations heading into next season?Fantasy winners and losers from each dealHow Powell fits next to Herro, Bam, and WigginsWhat Collins' arrival means for the Clippers' frontcourtHow does Collins' departure open up more opportunity for young Jazz guysDon’t miss this instant-reaction episode packed with takeaways and insight. Follow Alex on Twitter: @aburnshoops Watch this podcast on YouTube: @aburnshoops Powered by: @RotoBaller and @RotoBallerNBA If you are enjoying this podcast, please RATE and leave a REVIEW!

    22 min
  2. Statistical Outliers + Breaking Down the Ayton & Turner Signings

    07/03/2025

    Statistical Outliers + Breaking Down the Ayton & Turner Signings

    In this offseason edition of Beyond the Narrative, Alex unpacks the value of statistical outliers — how to identify them, why they matter, and what they can tell us as we prep for the 2025-2026 fantasy basketball season. Then, he'll break down the DeAndre Ayton and Myles Turner signings: what these moves signal for their roles moving forward and how to start thinking about their fantasy outlooks before draft season kicks off. Even in the quiet months, the edges are forming — tune in and stay ahead of the curve. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aburnshoops Follow Alex on Twitter: https://x.com/aburnshoops Powered By: RotoBaller https://x.com/RotoBallerNBA If you’re enjoying the show, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share it with your league mates — it really helps!

    39 min
  3. NBA Free Agency Impact: Winners, Losers & Fantasy Basketball Reactions w/ Dan Palyo

    07/01/2025

    NBA Free Agency Impact: Winners, Losers & Fantasy Basketball Reactions w/ Dan Palyo

    Free agency chaos is here — and fantasy basketball values are shifting fast. In this episode of Beyond the Narrative, I’m joined by Dan Palyo (aka @ThunderDanDFS), lead NBA fantasy analyst at RotoBaller and 2021 FSWA Basketball Writer of the Year.  We break down the biggest moves from the opening wave of 2025 NBA Free Agency and dive into what each signing or trade means from a fantasy perspective — including the fallout for Lonzo Ball, Michael Porter Jr., Brook Lopez, and more. Which players are rising? Who’s trending down? And how should you react heading into draft season? — 🎧 Guest: Dan Palyo (@ThunderDanDFS)  📲 Follow on X: @aburnshoops 📺 Watch the full video: YouTube.com/@aburnshoops Powered by: @RotoBaller @RotoBallerNBA

    1h 5m
  4. Cooper Flagg & Rookie Fantasy Outlooks After the 2025 Draft

    06/27/2025

    Cooper Flagg & Rookie Fantasy Outlooks After the 2025 Draft

    In the debut episode of Beyond the Narrative, Alex Burns is joined by NBC Sports fantasy analyst Noah Rubin to break down the 2025 NBA Draft through a fantasy basketball lens. They dive into Cooper Flagg’s rookie outlook, the impact of tough landing spots for other top prospects, and why this class might disappoint in redraft leagues. Plus: what fantasy managers tend to overrate about rookies, key redraft vs. dynasty differences, and which sleeper names could surprise. Follow Noah Rubin on X: @NoahRubin22 Listen to the Young Man Squad Fantasy Basketball Podcast on all major platforms. Video version on YouTube: @aburnshoops X/Twitter: @aburnshoops Powered by: @RotoBaller | @RotoBallerNBA

    40 min

  5. 06/26/2025

    Intro - Beyond The Narrative

    Welcome to Beyond The Narrative — where fantasy basketball meets real hoops IQ. I’m Alex Burns — and each week, we dig deeper than the box score. Whether it's player trends, coaching schemes, or fantasy strategy to help you win your league, this show brings you analysis that actually matters. If you're obsessed with the NBA, this is where the numbers and the nuance collide. Tap in — and let's go beyond the narrative.

    1 min
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Beyond The Narrative breaks down the NBA through a sharper lens — blending fantasy strategy with real hoops insight. Host Alex Burns goes beyond box scores to uncover player trends, team schemes, and actionable takeaways to help you win your league and understand the game.

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