RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

It's a special bonus episode of the RotoWire NBA Podcast! Nick Whalen and John McKechnie chat with Johnny Avello -- Director of Race and Sports Operations at DraftKings. Johnny is a legend of the sports gambling industry, having lived and worked in Las Vegas for more than four decades. Johnny joined DraftKings in 2018, and we spoke with him about how the sports betting landscape has changed, as we...

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss news before diving into a slew of underrated players for your fantasy drafts, including Mason Plumlee, Terry Rozier and Devonte' Graham, almost every Bulls player, Eric Bledsoe and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, exp...

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to break down some of their favorite player and team futures bets, including division and conference winners, playoffs (yes or no), stat leaders, and much more. Then, the guys hit on what  Giannis Antetokounmpo  signing the supermax means for the Bucks before reviewing how the league's top rookies have looked thus far in the preseason. Sign up for the  $10,000...

With the Eastern Conference already in the books, Nick Whalen is joined again by James Anderson for Part 2 their annual tradition of picking all 30 NBA win total over/unders. Win totals have been replaced by win percentage this season, but the show must go on. The guys go team by team, critiquing each line and revealing their picks. If there's a disagreement (spoiler: there are plenty), the goal i...

Ken, Shannon and Alex go over news before discussing overrated fantasy players for the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com —enter promo code PODCAST at checkout to receive 15% off any produc...

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson for the time-honored tradition of picking all 30 NBA win total over/unders -- except this season, win totals have been replaced by win percentages. Starting with the East, Nick and James go team by team, critiquing each line and revealing their picks, while (attempting to) make the case for both sides of the bet. Tap the link below to sign up for the $10,000...

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to discuss the NBA's updated rest guidelines before taking a team-by-team look at which teams -- from the Hawks to the Pelicans to the Clippers to the Suns -- could conceivably put together a package to land James Harden. Then, the guys finish out by analyzing a few of the updated futures best at the DraftKings Sportsbook. Sign up for the $10,000 RotoWire Onli...

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the Wall for Westbrook swap and other news before diving into offseason winners and losers from a fantasy perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.com —enter promo code PODC...

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha react to the Rockets sending Russell Westbrook to the Wizards for John Wall and a future first-round pick. The guys discuss how the move impacts each player's fantasy value and whether it truly moves the needle for either franchise in 2020-21. Then, Nick and Alex talk about both LeBron James and Anthony Davis signing extensions with the Lakers within a 24-hour span. Le...

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to discuss the top news from the start of training camps, including Kemba Walker's knee injury, Victor Oladipo's status, and Carmelo Anthony coming off of.... the bench?? Then, the guys run through a handful of notable players who they've struggled to rank and project for 2020-21. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more...

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to discuss the fallout from the NBA Draft, including a suddenly log-jammed Timberwolves' backcourt, LaMelo Ball's fit alongside Terry Rozier and Devonte' Graham in Charlotte, expectations for James Wiseman, Tyrese Haliburton sliding all the way to No. 12, and much more. Then, the guys survey the NBA futures market at the DraftKings Sportsbook and discuss the...

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to recap and analyze all of the major trades and free agency moves from the last few days. The guys dig into the Hawks loading up for a playoff push, Boston losing Gordon Hayward, the Sixers making some tweaks, Milwaukee adding Jrue Holiday, the Lakers' improved bench, Houston adding Christian Wood, puzzling Pistons moves and much, much more. Learn more about...

In Part 1 of Tuesday's episode, Nick Whalen and James Anderson take one final look at the 2020 NBA Draft class as Wednesday night approaches. The guys break down the most likely No. 1 pick, as well as trade scenarios, before taking a look at some draft-night prop bets from the DraftKings Sportsbook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choic...

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to break down all of Monday's biggest trades, including the Suns acquiring Chris Paul, the Bucks landing Jrue Holiday AND Bogdan Bogdanovic, and the Blazers getting Robert Covington. Then, the guys discuss how the Rockets should handle Russell Westbrook's trade request, as well as under-the-radar landing spots for James Harden. Learn more about your ad choic...

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to discuss the NBA confirming that the 2020-21 season will officially begin on December 22. The guys break down the winners and losers of the decision, which players could be impacted, how the condensed schedule affects gambling odds, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to recap the latest news regarding the NBA's proposed Dec. 22 start date. The guys also touch on the likelihood of a play-in tournament in 2021, as well as rumors that the Sixers may be targeting James Harden. Then, Alex throws out some of his favorite hypothetical trades for the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices L...

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to discuss the news that the Pelicans are listening to offers for Jrue Holiday. Then, the guys dig deep on the 2020 NBA Draft. Topics include: Who's the best player you'd trade for the No. 1 pick? Projecting LaMelo Ball James Wiseman's potential Teams that may trade up Surprise No. 1 pick candidates Round 2 targets Good and bad NBA comparisons NBA Draft prop...

Nick Whalen is joined by RotoWire lead prospect analyst James Anderson to break down the top prospects and storylines ahead of the 2020 NBA Draft. Topics include: Minnesota's options at No. 1 Best fit for Golden State at No. 2 The rise of James Wiseman Deni Avdija to Chicago? Obi Toppin risk vs. reward Killian Hayes vs. Tyrese Haliburton Tyrell Terry's upside Mid-first-round gems Best fits for con...

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to talk about the NBA's proposed 2020-21 schedule, which could potentially begin the season as early as December 22. Then, the guys preview the future for five non-playoff teams in 2019-20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insi...

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha recap the top news of the week before going team-by-team to evaluate what's next for the 14 franchises that failed to make the playoffs in 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fantasy sports insights, expert analysis, and premium tools at RotoWire.c...

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha look ahead to next season: Ongoing coaching searches 2021 Eastern Conference playoff picture + most improved teams Top 5 players in the NBA right now Expectations for Kevin Durant, John Wall, Klay Thompson, and more Ranking dilemmas in our early top-250 for next season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices...

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha and James Anderson to recap Sunday night's title-clinching Game 6 for the Lakers, as well as the Finals as a whole. Then, the guys take a look at the early 2021 NBA Title odds and throw out their best bets, stay-aways and teams to monitor for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Moments after the conclusion of Game 4 between the Lakers and Heat, Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to recap how the Lakers took a 3-1 advantage in the series. Later, the guys discuss Philly hiring Doc Rivers and a few third-year breakout candidates for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to recap the Lakers' thrashing of the Heat in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. The guys discuss how Miami can bounce back, injuries to Bam Adebayo and Goran Dragic, rest-of-series betting angles, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Get the latest fanta...

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha break down the NBA Finals from all angles. Do the Lakers have enough depth? Can the Heat slow down Anthony Davis and LeBron James? How much will Dwight Howard impact the series? The guys answer those questions, and many more, heading into Wednesday night's Game 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...