Can Josh Lloyd's first fantasy basketball mock draft of the season set the tone for your NBA fantasy league? Join us as Josh dives into a 12-team, 9-category format on Fantrax, sharing his draft strategy and player valuations.

Josh kicks off the draft by selecting Luka Doncic as his first pick, setting a strong foundation for his team. In the second round, he opts for Kyrie Irving, aiming to build a dynamic backcourt duo. Throughout the draft, Josh discusses his thought process for each selection, highlighting value picks and potential risks.

Josh also shares his surprising reactions to certain picks, providing insights into unexpected player selections and their potential impact. For instance, he was taken aback by some late-round steals and questionable early-round choices by other managers.

Injury concerns are a hot topic, with Josh exploring strategies for dealing with injury-prone players. Should you avoid Joel Embiid in the first round? And is drafting his backup, Andre Drummond, a smart move?

Finally, Josh reviews his team and seeks listener feedback on the best teams and most surprising picks in the mock draft. Tune in to get a head start on your fantasy basketball season!

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