Fantasy Fast Break

Paul George is set to make his long-awaited Sixers debut on Monday. Erik recaps Sunday night's games in this episode but with a three-game slate, he managed to find time to throw in some bonus content. He tosses out a lot of names of players who can be streamed for Week 3 in fantasy basketball -- mostly for 3-point shooting bu

The bad news keeps on coming. The latest injury news to hit fantasy managers came on Thursday night with Paolo Bancher expected to miss 4-to-6 weeks with a torn oblique. It wasn't all doom and gloom in the NBA that night as we saw two players record triple-doubles and Victor Wembanyama dropping an ultra-rare 5-by-5 stat line.

We're only two weeks into the NBA season and it feels like there is already so much injury news. It's quite overwhelming. Erik is here to, not to save, but maybe salvage the day by shining a light on some replacement players who are receiving extra opportunities thanks to injuries sustained by teammates. From Jose Alvarado to Jonathan Mogbo, and even Isaiah Jackson -- Erik breaks down their outlook for the near and long term.

Erik switches things up in this episode and decides to address a growing need for fantasy managers. He answers questions about players like Zaccharie Risacher, Jordan Hawkins, Tre Mann, Yves Missi and many more. Who are viable pickups and who are the players likely to sustain fantasy-relevant value moving forward? Erik digs through all 30 NBA teams and shares his thoughts.

Week 1 of the 2024-25 NBA season is officially in the books and Erik recaps the action that took place on Sunday night. Only a handful of rookies have managed to hold on to fantasy value. It's been a rough first week for the draft class. However, Zaccharie Risacher did look impressive as a starter last night with 13 points. Who are the stashes, who are the must-add players, who are just fool's gold (Obi Toppin)? Erik has the dish for your fantasy basketball needs

Jaren Jackson Jr. made his season debut on Saturday, October 26, which was awesome! The Grizzlies are now closer to full strength. The Grizzlies are starting to look good on paper with a handful of their reserves providing solid fantasy value, namely Santi Aldama, Scottie Pippen Jr. and Jay Huff. Also notable tonight, was Alex Sarr of the Wizards, who put up a well-rounded line, though on 40% shooting from the field.

Erik tackles the big fantasy headlines from Friday's slate, discussing how managers should be wary of what he calls players' broad spectrum of outcomes. He delivers a healthy helping of add recommendations, including Toronto's Jonathan Mogbo, but with a caveat. Listen in.

Erik breaks down a quiet four-game slate on Thursday night, at least that was the plan. He was taken aback by all the surprising starters several teams deployed. Erik looks at the fantasy fallout of those moves and provides insights to fantasy managers on what to do next. He also highlights some notable performances, like Jordan Poole's big night and defensive stats as well as Klay Thompson's impressive debut for the Mavs.

Erik breaks down a huge 10-game slate and is sad to report that Dejounte Murray suffered a fractured left hand in his Pelican debut. He also laments Immanuel Quickley suffering a pelvic contusion. But to add insult to injuries, multiple rookies not only failed to impress in their NBA debuts but outright disappointed fantasy GMs. Erik delivers some context and fantasy advice regarding many buzzy players after the second game of the season on Wednesday.

The 2024-25 NBA season is finally here which means that fantasy basketball is back! Erik breaks down the opening night action in this episode. He was floored by the monster lines dropped by Jayson Tatum and Anthony Davis. He chimes in with his two cents on Miles McBride, who looked good playing as the Knicks' sixth man tonight.