Rotoworld Basketball Show – Fantasy Basketball

Anthony Edwards went nuts with 42 points on Wednesday night, and has showed a better-than-expected level of efficiency (not to mention explosive numbers) since the arrival of Chris Finch as head coach. Today, we look at his ridiculous future upside, as well as some other young players making big impressions: Mo Bamba, Isaac Okoro and Daniel Gafford, who for some reason cannot consistently get 25+...

As we sprint toward the end of the regular season, Matt Stroup is joined by Raphielle "The Champ" Johnson, Dr. A, Ryan Knaus and Jared Johnson to discuss how LaMelo Ball has hit the ground running immediately upon his return from injury. We also highlight some breakout performances from two Orlando Magic rookies — R.J. Hampton and Cole Anthony — and debate the immediate and long-term fantasy value...

Special guest and avid fantasy hoops player Andy Hull from the band Manchester Orchestra joins us to talk about some of the top names to consider on waivers for Week 20. We discuss Malachi Flynn, Killian Hayes, a surging Kent Bazemore with Kelly Oubre injured, as well as Aaron Nesmith, Willy Hernangomez and more. Also on this episode: Andy takes us behind the scenes for one of the music videos fro...

Robert Williams is back for Boston, Kelly Olynyk is thriving in Houston and Mo Bamba is starting to emerge (again) for Orlando, and today those three big men are at the center of our conversation, as Steve Alexander and Matt Stroup look at some of the latest developments on the fantasy hoops landscape during Week 19. Also on this episode: Facundo Campazzo puts it all together in a truly spectacula...

On an express edition of our 4x5 episode, Ryan Knaus and Raphielle Johnson join Matt Stroup to look at the latest happenings in the Rockets rotation. With John Wall done for the year (and Christian Wood out recently), what's the upside for Armoni Brooks, KJ Martin and Jae’Sean Tate the rest of the way? Plus, we examine why Monday’s stat line from Malachi Flynn was potentially very significant at t...

With Week 19 approaching, Matt Stroup and Dr. A look at some of the latest intriguing waiver wire additions for the fantasy basketball playoffs. Denver’s P.J. Dozier is near the top of the list after his big game on Saturday (and in the wake of the injuries to Jamal Murray and Will Barton). We also look at some options in Toronto, Dallas and Oklahoma City with the Raptors, Mavericks and Thunder al...

Dr. A and Ryan Knaus join Matt Stroup to discuss an impressive (and extremely long-awaited) season debut from Jaren Jackson Jr., who finally suited up for the Grizzlies after 56 games. We break down what to expect from him the rest of the way based on Memphis's schedule, consider what tanking means for Moses Brown and the Oklahoma City Thunder, and what making a run at a playoff spot means for Kyl...

Ryan Knaus, Raphielle Johnson, Dr. A and Jared Johnson join Matt Stroup to highlight and break down some recent fantasy developments, including the rise of rookies Isaiah Stewart and Killian Hayes in Detroit, and more turbulent times for Tyrese Haliburton and Moses Brown in what's become a somewhat messy Oklahoma City frontcourt. Plus, an absurd barrage of points and 3s from Steph Curry, the late-...

With the fantasy playoffs upon us, Dr. A joins Matt Stroup to look at some of the most intriguing names that might be available on your waiver wire, including Isaiah Stewart, Grayson Allen and Daniel Gafford, who all posted big stat lines over the weekend. We also look at some eye-catching performances from undrafted players Naji Marshall and Paul Watson, and the appeal of Reggie Jackson, Josh Jac...

Ryan Knaus and Steve Alexander join Matt Stroup to look at some recent developments on the fantasy landscape, including the sudden retirement of LaMarcus Aldridge, and what it means for Nic Claxton and DeAndre Jordan in the Brooklyn frontcourt. We also look at significant opportunities in front of Hassan Whiteside (with Richaun Holmes injured) and Raptors big man Khem Birch, big box scores from Lu...

Matt Stroup is joined by Ryan Knaus, Raphielle Johnson, Steve Alexander and Jared Johnson to react to the brutal news that Jamal Murray is done for the season with a torn ACL. We discuss what this means in fantasy leagues for Facundo Campazzo, Monte Morris, Will Barton and others. We also marvel at the rare sight of Joel Embiid crushing it during the fantasy playoffs, and consider the long- and sh...

Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander (broadcasting from a yacht, sort of) are joined by special/frequent guest Brian Rosenworcel of Guster to look at the top fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups for Week 17. We discuss an impressive run from Raptors rookie Malachi Flynn (and whether it's about to come to and end), notable recent performances from Jalen and Jaden McDaniels, plus the rise of Mo Bamba a...

Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander react to Wednesday night's big breakout performance from Jalen McDaniels in Charlotte and why he's worth adding now and asking questions later in fantasy leagues. We also discuss the huge opportunity being given to Aleksej Pokusevski (and Theo Maledon) in Oklahoma City, and similar chances for R.J. Hampton, Mo Bamba and Chuma Okeke in Orlando. Plus, a bona fide LaMa...

Matt Stroup is joined by Raphielle Johnson, Ryan Knaus, Steve Alexander and Jared Johnson for a very rookie- and point guard-heavy episode. We discuss the latest performances from, and our expectations for, Malachi Flynn (who's emerging after injuries to Kyle Lowry and Fred VanVleet), Aleksej Pokusevski, Theo Maledon, Tyrese Haliburton and Killian Hayes, who posted an eye-catching stat line on Mon...

Dr. A and Matt Stroup run through some of the most notable waiver wire pickups to consider in fantasy leagues right now, including OKC rookies Aleksej Pokusevski and Theo Maledon, as well as Shake Milton, Jalen Brunson and Jordan McLaughlin after his big game on Saturday night. We also react to a weekend of wild blowout games in the NBA, and why Malachi Flynn of the Raptors is worth considering wi...

Ryan Knaus and Steve Alexander join Matt Stroup to dive into some recent fantasy hoops trends, including a first-round-caliber surge from Robert Covington, some eye-catching box scores from Hamidou Diallo in Detroit and more encouraging signs from Chuma Okeke after the Magic traded away Aaron Gordon, Nikola Vucevic and Evan Fournier. We also discuss the value of Kelly Olynyk in Houston now that Ch...

Ryan Knaus, Steve Alexander, Raphielle Johnson and Jared Johnson join Matt Stroup for a discussion of some notable risers in fantasy leagues after the trade deadline, including Jaden McDaniels, Chuma Okeke and Saben Lee. We also debate the season-long pros and cons of Dillon Brooks in Memphis, and wonder if it's actually too late for his high-profile teammate Jaren Jackson Jr. to make an impact be...

Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander break down some of the most noteworthy and intriguing recent waiver wire pickups, including the fast-emerging Orlando Magic forward Chuma Okeke, who put up a 22-6-4 stat line on Friday night. We also discuss huge opportunities for Aleksej Pokusevski and Theo Maledon (as well as Isaiah Roby and Moses Brown) in Oklahoma City, plus Jae'Sean Tate (who's still somehow av...

Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander react to the big moves from the NBA trade deadline on Thursday, including what Aaron Gordon’s arrival in Denver means for Michael Porter Jr., how Nikola Vucevic will adjust to playing alongside Zach LaVine, and who could benefit among Otto Porter Jr., Wendell Carter Jr., Terrence Ross and Chuma Okeke for an Orlando team that has gone into ultra-rebuild mode. Plus, t...

Matt Stroup is joined by five writers from the NBC Sports Edge hoops crew — Steve Alexander, Ryan Knaus, Raphielle Johnson, Corey Parson and Jared Johnson — to consider Nic Claxton's recent performance, and upside, in Brooklyn. We also discuss potential trade destinations for Lonzo Ball, Kyle Lowry and Aaron Gordon, one notable pre-deadline stash in New Orleans, and the rest-of-season ceiling for...

Steve Alexander and Matt Stroup recommend some of the most notable fantasy waiver wire pickups, including Talen Horton-Tucker after the high ankle sprain to LeBron James over the weekend. We also look at Jordan Poole, who’s had some big games recently in the absence of Steph Curry, and the rising rookie combo of Saddiq Bey and Isaiah Stewart for the Pistons. Plus, some high-upside stashes ahead of...

Matt Stroup is joined by Steve Alexander and Ryan Knaus to look at how Kevin Porter Jr. is starting to work his way into the James Harden role in the Houston Rockets offense, and whether the eventual return of John Wall can put a significant dent in his momentum. We also look at the continued emergence of Jakob Poeltl with LaMarcus Aldridge on his way out of San Antonio, plus some impressive numbe...

Matt Stroup is joined by Ryan Knaus, Steve Alexander, Raphielle Johnson and Jared Johnson to debate and discuss a wide range of fantasy topics, including who we'd rather roster in a fantasy league between Nikola Vucevic and a currently-injured Anthony Davis. We also check in on three notable rookies (Tyrese Haliburton, Immanuel Quickley and Aleksej Pokusevski), and consider what new coach Nate McM...

Matt Stroup and Steve Alexander search the fantasy basketball waiver wire for notable pickups, discussing the fast rise of Kevin Porter Jr. and KJ Martin in Houston, as the Rockets have suddenly opened up a huge opportunity for two dynamic young players. We also discuss the centers to consider in Philadelphia with the recent injury to Joel Embiid, plus the second-half potential of Isaiah Stewart a...

Matt Stroup is first joined by Ryan Knaus and Steve Alexander to look ahead to some key story lines during the second half of the NBA season, including the potential for Trae Young to hit another gear, and what to expect from Kevin Porter Jr. as he joins the Rockets. Then, Vaughn Dalzell and Corey Parson join the show to preview the NCAA Tournament — what to expect from likely top seeds Baylor, Go...