Rotowire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the latest playoff news before going over some strategy for Friday's DFS slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha for a full recap of Tuesday night's playoff games, headlined by the Clippers falling behind 0-2 to the Mavs and the Lakers evening their series against the Suns. The guys discuss the Clippers' lack of identity, Dallas' red-hot three-point shooting, and what comes next should LA lose the series. Then, it's time to dissect Lakers-Suns Game 2. The Lakers head back to Los Angeles  with a chance to take control of the series, but should they still be concerned that it took everything they had (and 31 free-throw attempts) to beat Phoenix with a very limited Chris Paul? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Barutha joins Nick Whalen to  take a series-by-series look at the first three days of the NBA Playoffs. The guys break down Milwaukee's rout of Miami, Denver evening the series against Portland, the Jazz falling into an 0-1 hole without Donovan Mitchell and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the Wizards making the playoffs and the Warriors vs. Grizzlies game going down Friday night. After that, the three talk about the fantasy postseason draft they recently took part in. Finally, DFS suggestions for Friday and Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shannon and Alex navigate a slow news day by discussing the value of various NBA rookie cards due to the unprecedented boom in the market. What's worth more: a Killian Hayes or Isaiah Stewart card? How much does an autographed Giannis card go for? After that, some too-early fantasy postseason talk followed by DFS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Whalen talks with James Anderson about the upcoming NBA Playoffs, including the most appealing first-round matchups, the wildcard Lakers, teams with the most on the line, and whether this is Chris Paul's best and final chance to win a title. Then, the guys discuss the heap of teams vying for draft position and debate which lottery outcomes would be the most and least fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to discuss the play-in scenarios as the regular season comes to a close. Should the Lakers intentionally try to get the eighth seed in hopes of matching up with Utah and avoiding the Clippers? The guys also discuss Kristaps Porzingis' mounting injury concerns, the Celtics' suddenly shaky future and which of Portland, Dallas and Denver could make the most noise in the postseason. Finally, Nick and Alex discuss the conversation around James Wiseman and where he fits if the 2020 rookie class were re-drafted today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shannon and Alex discuss postseason chances of the Lakers, Nets and Mavericks before diving into the most disappointing players of this season, plus some lessons the two learned throughout the year. Then, waiver wire options and DFS talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha discuss what LeBron's ankle means for the Lakers' playoff path before debating how another monster statistical season impacts Russell Westbrook's legacy. Then, the guys talk about the teams most likely to fall into the play-in tournament before discussing the most intriguing draft lottery scenarios.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ken and Alex are joined by a special guest: RotoWire contributor and Bulls fanatic Mike Barner. If you read RotoWire's Yahoo NBA DFS articles Monday-Friday, you're familiar with Mike's work. The trio discuss the latest news in the Association, including Kevin Porter Jr. becoming the youngest player ever to post 50 points and 10 assists. After news, there's waiver wire discussion and DFS suggestions for Friday's slate. Ken and Alex also learn the correct pronunciation of Alize Johnson's first name, and Mike has an Old Man Rant of his own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Barutha joins Nick Whalen to discuss Anthony Davis' first three games back, as well as the slumping-at-the-wrong-time Portland Trail Blazers. Then, the guys discuss the futures of the Bulls and Timberwolves, who could each lose their protected first-round picks, before debating which bottom-feeders have the best chance to make the playoffs in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the latest NBA news, including Anthony Davis' return and Trae Young's injury. Then, the Three Amigos discuss fan questions before getting to waiver wire suggestions. Finally, some suggestions for Friday's seven-game DFS slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Anderson joins Nick Whalen to trade lists of under-the-radar players who could emerge as top-150 fantasy assets in 2021-22. From Jaden McDaniels to Terance Mann to Isaiah Stewart, the guys hit on a number of (mostly young) players who've caught their eye this season and may be ready to make a leap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to talk about James Harden's setback, LaMelo Ball's imminent return and the playoff picture in both conferences. The guys discuss the Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year and MVP races before debating how much missed games will impact the 2020-21 All-NBA teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the news, including LaMarcus Aldridge's retirement, Anthony Davis nearing a return, Zach LaVine in COVID protocols, and James Wiseman's surgery. After that, Fan Feedback and Waiver Wire suggestions like Tomas Satoransky, Nerlens Noel and Hassan Whiteside . Finally, the three amigos wrap up with DFS advice, Ken's Old Man Rant and mispronounced names, featuring Malachi Flynn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha reflect on LaMarcus Aldridge's career, including whether he has a legitimate case to make the Basketball Hall of Fame. Then, the guys pull up some win percentage over/unders from December and discuss the teams dramatically outperforming -- and underperforming -- their preseason numbers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Whalen is joined by Alex Barutha to discuss Jamal Murray's torn ACL and what it means for the rest of the Nuggets' season. Then, the guys take a look at what lies ahead for the Lakers and whether they can avoid falling into the play-in tournament. The guys finish out by discussing which teams are most likely to compete for the 7th and 8th seeds, as well as which scenarios would make for the most fun play-in matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ken, Shannon and Alex discuss the latest news, including the potential seriousness of Victor Oladipo's knee injury. Then, the crew answers a pair of fan questions before diving into waiver wire targets. Finally, Friday DFS advice, questions about the pronunciation of Kenrich, and Ken's Old Man Rant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Anderson joins Nick Whalen to debate and discuss their individual lists of the 10 worst draft picks from the last five drafts. The guys discuss the thought process behind their rankings and run through where and why each pick went wrong. Nick's list: Marvin Bagley Jerome Robinson Markelle Fultz Luke Kennard Kevin Knox Deandre Ayton Dragan Bender T.J. Leaf Josh Jackson Jalen Smith   James' List: Marvin Bagley Deandre Ayton Jaxson Hayes Jalen Smith James Wiseman Anthony Edwards Lonzo Ball Jerome Robinson Kevin Knox Obi Toppin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Whalen and Alex Barutha run through some minor news items -- including the Pelicans signing Isaiah Thomas and DeMarcus Cousins joining the Clippers -- before diving into ESPN's list of the top 25 NBA players under 25 years old. The guys debate who's ranked too high, who's ranked too low, and which players they would personally pick to develop into superstars over the next decade. The list (via ESPN): Luka Doncic (22.0 years old) Zion Williamson (20.7) LaMelo Ball (19.6) Donovan Mitchell (24.5) Jayson Tatum (23.0) De’Aaron Fox (23.2) Ben Simmons (24.7) Devin Booker (24.4) Bam Adebayo (23.7) Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (22.7) Brandon Ingram (23.5) Jaylen Brown (24.4) Jamal Murray (24.1) Michael Porter Jr (22.7) Ja Morant (21.6) Trae Young (22.5) Mikal Bridges (24.5) Domantas Sabonis (24.9) Anthony Edwards (19.6) Deandre Ayton (22.7) Tyrese Haliburton (21.0) John Collins (23.5) Jarrett Allen (22.9) Lonzo Ball (23.4) Collin Sexton (22.2) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc