Fantasy Basketball Podcast at Razzball

On a peculiar February 1, Joel and Son look back at January's risers and fallers across the fantasy basketball landscape. The pair discuss OG Anunoby's opportunity in New York, Pascal Siakam's ceiling in Indiana, and draw parallels between Brandon Ingram and Julius Randle. Should the Thunder trade Josh Giddey? Is LeBron finally old? Where did De'Aaron Fox's dimes go? Like the water that's slowly c...

Taking a break from the January grind, Joel is joined by Ossie from Razzball to discuss differing strategies for managing inherited dynasty teams. Ossie walks us through how he approached his first offseason and rookie draft in the 30-team salary cap league and explains why he tends to be more aggressive when revamping a roster. Conversely, Joel comes clean about his tendency to hug his prospects...

We're back from break and podding in the new year! After spending a week in a basketball deprivation tank, Joel and Son kick off 2024 by surveying their fantasy teams and discussing what's gone right (Alperen Sengun for Son, Grayson Allen for Joel) and what's gone wrong (Cade Cunningham and Devin Booker for both.) The duo then talks about which builds have had success, consider punting assists nex...

After spending a few days in the woods, the Razzpod returns with Joel and Ossie breaking down the rest of their rosters for Racco's Mid-Season draft. Together they tease out how to navigate a slow draft after previously healthy players go down while you're still drafting (looking at you Evan Mobley and Darius Garland), how to target late assists and points after paying early-round prices for defen...

While Racco's Mid-Season draft hums along in the background, Son and Joel pivot their attention to their 30-Team Dynasty squads. After claiming victories last year (Son snagged the roto title, Joel the H2H chip), they reflect on their build strategies and consider what they'd do differently if they were drafting all over again. Larger questions like when to tear down, when to go all-in, and how mu...

Another draft? In this economy? Fiends that they are, Son and Joel find themselves in a draft room once again, this time for Racco's Midseason Roto draft. The duo discuss how the fantasy landscape has shifted since opening night, consider what they've learned during the still-young season, and try to avoid making last year's mistakes this time around. The first 14 picks come off the board as they...

Following night one of the Knockout Round of the In-Season Tournament, Son and Joel discuss the success of the IST and bat about other potential improvements to the NBA. Then, the pair redraft the 2021 NBA rookie class from a fantasy perspective. Who goes #1? How far does Cade Cunningham fall? What is Jonathan Kuminga good at and does Davion Mitchell crack the top 15?

Back from Turkey Day, Joel and Son wonder when it's too early to start worrying about roto percentages and then take a deep dive into Boston's starting five. Should managers feel burned about spending a first-round pick on Tatum? Will Porizingis' efficiency gains hold? Is there any hope for Jrue Holiday and Jaylen Brown?

Back from his bye week, Son returns and chats with Joel about approaching the Head-to-Head format. More of a strategy chat than a breakdown of this week's action, questions like How many roster spots should be dedicated to streaming? With limited benches, how tightly do we hold onto upside? and Is there an optimal punt build? are considered. Plus, if you missed out Bilal Coulibaly, are Jaime Jaque...

With Son on a Bye, Joel flies solo and digs into some offensive numbers from the first fortnight of NBA basketball. After a league-wide overview, the sputtering Kings, the relentless Thunder, and the breakneck Pacers all go under the microscope. Plus, a verdict in the case for Aaron Nesmith and redemption for Jalen Smith?

Son hands over the podcasting reigns to Joel and together they discuss the fantasy fallout from another James Harden trade. From there, they discuss the point guard play in San Antonio, evaluate the strong starts from Cam Thomas and Jalen Johnson, and consider the future of Utah's guard rotation.

Racco is one of the best fantasy basketball players in all the land. Here are thoughts on this past season and his process in general. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are blessed to chat with Michael Kimball, who dominated and was crowned the 2022-23 RazzJam Champion. Kimball provides excellent insight into his process and how he plays...uh, sorry...dominates fantasy leagues.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel took down the head-to-head championship in the 30-deep salary cap league. We slobber over his accomplishment and listen to him break things down with his squad.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel is in the championship round for the 30-team salary cap league. He talks about his thoughts and process. We also touch on general head-to-head strategies. We also delve into Damian Lillard, Jalen Green and Cole Anthony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel does an excellent job breaking down the Clippers. Are they frauds in his mind? We also talk about Cory Joseph and Brook Lopez while rapping about our teams and draft prep/strategies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel and I highlight some players who could benefit in the upcoming silly season. We also talk about some of his teams, including an epic sweat in our 30-team salary cap league. I also touch upon my Main Event team, which has a chance of doing some things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel and I welcome Ossie to the pod. Get to know him and listen to him drop knowledge on a variety of topics, especially things pertaining to the Portland Trail Blazers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jay recaps the Monday games for hoops, but he is my Miyagi, the one who brought me onto Razzball way back in the day. We talk about the state of the NBA, being asian in this space, get nostalgic about 90s basketball and just rap about his background and history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel and I are joined by Ehran, who writes the Thursday recap for Razzball hoops. We rap about in-game entertainment at arenas, ways to make the game better, most memorable games that we've attended, and a bunch of completely useless stuff about hoops. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rory writes the Wednesday DFS article at Razzball. We get into his DFS process and talk about how the trade deadline and end-of-season funny business can affect teams like the Spurs, Hornets and Pistons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel and I talk about the Kevin Durant trade and trades in our 32-team fantasy league.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eric, aka PB, writes the Midweek Guidance piece on Razzball. We talk about his process, mindset and things he's learned over the years to becoming a potent head-to-head fantasy player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel and I talk about the Kyrie Irving trade and some other ramblings in the NBA landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joel and I pay homage to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the future prospects of Bol Bol, My Precious, and the forward (floor-wards) landscape for fantasy and how it affects roster construction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices