Anderson was stretchered off the field in the second half after he was injured attempting to make a tackle.
Fantasy Basketball 2025-26: Beginner’s guide, draft tips and winning strategies
If you saw the title of this article and clicked, first and foremost, thanks for doing that. And in doing so, you're likely in a position where you're looking for tips on how to approach your first fantasy basketball experience. Whether you're playing amongst friends for bragging rights or competing for cash prizes, fantasy basketball can make the season more exciting and enjoyable if played properly.
The goal of this article and the fantasy basketball content we'll be releasing over the next month is to put you in a position to have a successful season, whether you're an expert juggling multiple teams or a novice looking to have a fun first experience.
The NBA regular season begins on October 22 with a fun doubleheader that can be seen on NBA and Peacock. Without further ado, here are some tips that could prove valuable as you jump into fantasy basketball.
Getting the top pick in your draft is a great advantage, but how should you build the rest of your team?
1. Read the rules before entering the league
Last year's intro article strongly suggested that the rules should be read before the draft. While that is true, the rules should be discussed by all involved parties when creating the league, with newcomers then deciding whether or not they want in. How many teams will be in the league? How many IL (or IL+, which is preferred for flexibility reasons) will you have to work with? While missing a rule in a casual league that doesn't have money on the line can be frustrating, the leagues in which you are playing for money are where feelings can get hurt because someone did not pay attention. Save yourself the headache and read the rules early. If anything needs to be addressed, that can be done before someone joins a league they ultimately decide they don't want to participate in.
2. Determine what kind of draft setup you prefer
We'll get into the specifics regarding league types a little later, but the first step is to decide how you prefer to go through the draft process. The simplest way to select your team would be through a snake draft. For example, in a 12-team league, the picks will be 1 through 12 in the odd-numbered rounds, and 12 through 1 in the even-numbered rounds. So, if you're on the front or back end of the draft order, your chances of landing the players you're targeting may be better than if you were stuck with a mid-round pick.
Also, it should be noted that some leagues include a reversal every two rounds. That would flip the draft order every two rounds; the manager with the 12th pick would move to the top of the order in the third round, and the order would return to its original setup in the fifth, and so on. For snake drafts, you can either knock it all out in one sitting or go with an online slow draft, which gives managers more time and can run over multiple days. In this case, set up your email alerts so the site hosting the draft will inform you when you're on the clock.
Try not to be the person who complains about the pace of a slow draft. You know what you signed up for.
Don't want to deal with a snake draft? Well, there's also the salary draft option. Managers are given a salary cap in this setup, with the default number being $200. An order to nominate players will be crafted, and each manager can nominate a player for bid. Two things about the salary draft option. First, they tend to go longer than snake drafts, so if you have patience issues, this may not be your best choice. Two, if you're doing an in-person draft, you must pay attention. And it may not be a bad idea to devise a penalty for those who commit the offense of nominating a player who is already off the board.
3. Determine what kind of league you prefer to play in
Beyond the draft process, do you want to compete in a category league (head-to-head or rotisserie) or a points league? For the latter, point values are assigned to each category. In Yahoo! points leagues, the default scoring is as follows:
Points: 1
Rebounds: 1.2
Assists: 1.5
Steals: 3
Blocks: 3
Turnovers: -1
For those with some experience in daily fantasy, you'll find that the scoring system is similar. While this note is third on the list, your answer to the question is just as important as the draft type, if not more. In category leagues, some may find it more challenging to bounce back from a slow start in rotisserie than in head-to-head.
4. Do your research before draft day
The type of league you're competing in will impact how you approach draft day. There's no shortage of preseason draft information on the internet, whether you're looking for the written word or an audio (or video) podcast. While there is the danger of loading up on too much information while preparing for a draft, the positives outweigh the negatives. And that surplus of available information is why the next point is vital to fantasy success.
5. Participate in some mock drafts, especially if competing in a salary league
Whether you're participating in mock drafts with people you're likely to compete with or strangers, this practice is invaluable, regardless of the league you'll be competing in. Not only is this a good way to see how other managers perceive players, but it's also helping in dealing with the variables of a draft. Someone used a first-round pick on oft-injured Joel Embiid or LaMelo Ball? That may force you to change your approach, and it's good to have prior experience to fall back upon, even if it's only a mock draft.
Mock drafts are highly valuable for those competing in salary leagues. How much are managers willing to spend on a Nikola Jokić or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander? And how do you feel most comfortable spending your money? Do you go with a "stars and scrubs" roster build or spread your money out more evenly? While what we see in mock drafts doesn't always align with the "real thing," it's good to have some experience before the big day.
Rotoworld fantasy basketball writer Raphielle Johnson recently participated in a 16-team mock draft. What should you do after drafting Luka?
Raphielle Johnson6. Set aside time to set your lineups once the season begins
OK, you've picked your team for the upcoming season. Next, do your best to set aside time each day to craft your active rosters for that night's games if your league allows for daily adjustments. Not missing that deadline is critical for managers in leagues that lock lineups for the week before Monday's games. In this instance, you'll want to pay close attention to the number of games a player is scheduled to play that week. Unless they're a superstar, most players will be of limited value if their team only plays twice. A good approach to setting your lineups is to do it early in the morning, then reevaluate late afternoon to account for any potential absences due to injury or suspension.
7. Don’t hesitate to make a change in strategy in-season
Turning over your entire roster after a slow start will be difficult. However, one should not be afraid to shift if things aren't working. Maybe you need a major trade to shake things up. If so, assess the free agent market and players your opponents may have listed as available. When putting together a trade offer, aim to create a deal that benefits both sides. The last thing you want is to earn a reputation for attempting to fleece the other managers. And that late-round pick who may not be panning out? Don't hesitate to drop them for other options, as those players tend to be low-risk, high-reward.
8. Don’t try to sabotage the league, especially if there’s money involved
Remember, fantasy basketball is supposed to be fun. Don't be the person who violates league rules or gets mad and dumps their best players onto the waiver wire once their team is no longer in contention for a playoff spot, especially if money is involved. Relationships don't need to become strained or severed over fantasy sports. And if losing money is something you can't handle, either compete in a league with a lower entry fee or no fee at all. There's nothing wrong with taking that approach.
Utah Mammoth And Connor Ingram Reportedly Parting Ways
Utah Mammoth goaltender Connor Ingram will reportedly not attend the team’s training camp this week.
Ingram and the Mammoth are working together to find a new home for the goaltender, KSL Sports' Cole Bagley reported on Wednesday. This is a mutual agreement.
Bagley further reported that Utah GM Bill Armstrong said the plan is to eventually place Ingram on waivers, allowing any team to claim the 28-year-old.
Karel Vejmelka and Vitek Vanacek will be Utah’s goaltending tandem for the 2025-26 campaign.
The last time Ingram went through waivers was during the 2022-23 season, when the Arizona Coyotes picked him up from the Nashville Predators. He became an NHL regular with the Coyotes, even earning starter duties in 2023-24 while recording a 2.91 goals-against average and .907 save percentage.
Ingram is coming off his fourth NHL season. Last year, he played 22 games for Utah, registering a 3.27 GAA, .882 SP and 9-8-4 record.
In March, Ingram entered the NHL and NHLPA’s Player Assistance Program for the second time in his career. The Saskatoon, Sask., native shared at the time that he had lost his mother to breast cancer, and that affected him as a person and a player.
In 2023-24, Ingram received the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy for being the NHL player who best exemplified the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey. He had also sought care from the Player Assistance Program in January 2021 while dealing with obsessive compulsive disorder and lingering depression.
Ingram’s last NHL appearance was on Feb. 22 in a 5-3 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. He made 21 saves on 25 shots.
In August, the program cleared Ingram to get back to playing NHL hockey in time for the upcoming season. But he'll likely be playing the final season of his three-year contract with a $1.95-million cap hit elsewhere.
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Canadiens Goalie Is Player To Watch
Training camp is officially here for the Montreal Canadiens. With this, the 2025-26 regular-season is rapidly approaching.
Now that the regular-season is getting closer for the Canadiens, there are certainly some players who need to be watched. Canadiens goaltender Jakub Dobes is undoubtedly one of them.
Dobes was a nice surprise for the Canadiens this past season, as the 24-year-old took a notable step forward in his development and proved that he can handle playing in the NHL when called upon. In 16 regular-season games with the Canadiens in 2024-25, he posted a 7-4-3 record, a 2.74 goals-against average, and a .909 save percentage. He also played in three playoff games for the Habs, where he had a 1-2 record, a 2.91 goals-against average, and a .881 save percentage.
Overall, Dobes had a solid start to his NHL career this past season but now will be looking to once again earn the Canadiens' backup role for this campaign. He has some competition for the backup spot, however, as the Canadiens signed veteran goalie Kaapo Kahkonen to a one-year, $1.15 million contract in free agency. Thus, Dobes will be looking to impress at training camp from here.
It will be fascinating to see how Dobes performs during the pre-season, but there is no question that he has a bright future.
Fantasy Baseball Streaming Starting Pitchers: Roll with Joey Cantillo and Luis Morales
We’re now into the final two weeks of the fantasy baseball season. While many managers have phoned it in for the season, a few of us are still grinding away for head-to-head titles or trying to earn a few final roto points. Streaming starting pitching properly over these final weeks is a huge component of the week-to-week mindset that is so crucial for this time of year.
To help you do that, I’m going to rank and break down my favorite streaming matchups each week from here until the end of the year. Below you’ll find multiple tables that rank streaming starting pitchers based on those I have a strong preference for, those I’m fairly confident in, those I'm hesitant about, and those I like but have questions about their usage. Within the tiers, you can make some changes based on your own needs. If you need strikeouts more than ratios, you can bump up the two-start pitchers over the pitchers with one good matchup, etc.
Two HUGE Rookie Debuts from Monday
Starting Pitcher Strategy
At this point in the season, you also need to be adjusting your strategy for rostering and using your starting pitchers. For example, if I have two starters really close for this upcoming week, but one of them gets an elite matchup the following week and the other is in a matchup I want to avoid, then I’d prefer to add the pitcher I’ll use for two straight weeks because that makes my team better in the long run. This is the time of year when we need to be ruthless. If you’re not going to start a pitcher for two weeks, move on. If a pitcher has been great for you but now has bad matchups, move on.
Your decisions will change based on your league type and settings, but I’ll do my best here to give you the information that will help in your formats. As is usual with my articles, a streaming starter pitcher is rostered in less than 40% of Yahoo formats, so just keep that in mind as we’re going through.
Offenses to Attack
Before we get into our rankings, just a quick note about the offenses we want to attack. I used FanGraphs team stats over the last month, searching for metrics like wRC+, strikeout rate, OPS, etc., and narrowed down the list of offenses to ones that have struggled in those areas.
To stream starting pitching, we want to target pitchers going against the Guardians, Rays, Nationals, Cardinals, and Rockies/Reds on the road only. Think of these as HIGHWAY OFFENSES - not stopping at all.
I also am more than comfortable using pitchers against the Orioles, Tigers, Angels, Marlins, Giants, Rangers, Red Sox, White Sox, Pirates, Athletics on the road, and Mariners in Seattle. Think of these as GREEN LIGHT OFFENSES - you can’t open it up like you can on a highway, but you’re good to go.
IMPORTANT RANKINGS NOTE: Pitchers within the same tier can be treated almost interchangeably. If a pitcher is under 40% rostered on YAHOO and does not appear below, then I have no interest in starting him this week.
Streaming Starting Pitcher Rankings: Wednesday, September 17th to Sunday, September 21st
We had Bubba Chandler in the lead spot last week, and he delivered, so we're more than happy to go back to the well here. Same for Eury Perez, who handled the Rockies in Coors on Tuesday and now gets a banged-up Rangers offense at home. Brandon Sproat has also delivered for the Mets in two starts and gets a great matchup with the Nationals, while Joey Cantillo has been a really underrated arm all season and gets a Twins offense that is littered with left-handed hitters. Lastly, Luis Morales was about 60-70% rostered a few weeks ago, and I know the last two starts haven't been great, but those have also been two starts at home in perhaps the most hitter-friendly park in baseball. He now gets the Pirates in Pittsburgh, so I'm more than happy to ride the talented rookie there.
These are all pitchers that I'd roll out this week with some level of confidence. Martin Perez, Jeffrey Springs, Andre Pallante, Luis Severino, and Tyler Wells are all about the matchups here. Parker Messick is to a certain extent as well, since the Twins are so left-handed-heavy that I think he should put together a strong outing there.
Justin Verlander has been electric over his last four starts, allowing three earned runs on 17 hits in 24 innings with 25 strikeouts and 10 walks. His four-seamer hasn't been great, so some of that is a mirage, but he also gets Arizona and St. Louis next, so we love this end-of-season run from him.
Ryan Weathers is technically in a bad spot in Coors Field, but he looked good in his return from the IL, and we just saw Eury Perez pitch well in Coors, so I'm OK using Weathers here. Same for Jameson Taillon, who gets the Reds at home, which is not an ideal pitching environment, but I don't love this Reds offense, and I think Taillon is a good pitcher who gives you a good chance at a win.
Trey Yesavage was electric in his MLB debut, striking out nine and walking two while allowing one run on three hits in five innings. He also did it in a tough pitching environment in the minor league park in Tampa Bay. His splitter is a filthy pitch that works really well off of his four-seamer, given his super over-the-top delivery. However, splitters are notoriously inconsistent pitches, and Yesavage's slider is just OK, and his fastball doesn't miss many bats. This makes me a little nervous that he will live or die with that splitter, but the debut was good enough that I'll take the gamble against the Royals.
Connelly Early also just had another really good start for Boston, and while I'm not sure he can keep up this level of production, I think he's a solid arm. I don't love the fact that he has to pitch his next game in a minor league park, but it's hard to bench him after his first two MLB outings.
These are all guys who give me a bit of pause, but I would consider them in deeper formats or if I really needed a starter.
Jason Alexander, Taijuan Walker, Adrian Houser, Patrick Corbin, Simeon Woods-Richardson, JT Ginn, and Randy Vasquez are all here strictly due to their matchup. Joey Wentz kind of is too since the Tigers are an average lineup but perform better against righties than lefties.
I like Ian Seymour and Johan Oviedo, but they both get bad matchups, so they fall from the fairly confident tier into this one. I don't think they'll crush you, but I don't see tons of upside. Same for Cade Cavalli, who has strikeout upside but a bad matchup against the Mets.
Cristian Javier has been super inconsistent since coming off the IL, but we had to expect that after missing so much time following Tommy John surgery. This Texas lineup isn't toothless, but it's not the same without Corey Seager and Marcus Semien, so I could see Javier putting together a solid outing. I just can't say he'll do it with any confidence.
I like Tyler Mahle, but this feels like a situation where he is going to split this game with Jacob Latz since Mahle hasn't built up a huge pitch count while on the IL. That makes it tough for wins and tough to use him. Similar for Payton Tolle, who may start but also may just pitch 3-4 innings of relief, so it's hard to narrow down his true value.
The others are likely guys I wouldn't consider unless I really needed to hunt for wins or strikeouts.
Kraken Prospect Oscar Fisker Molgaard Is Looking To Bring Previous Experience Into AHL Rookie Season
Oscar Fisker Molgaard is gearing up for his first Seattle Kraken training camp and season in the AHL, and he'll be looking to use past experiences to help him.
Those past experiences include 129 games in the SHL, Sweden's top professional league, where he has scored 18 goals and 47 points. Including his time in the SHL, Fisker Molgaard has already racked up 23 games of experience at the World Championship and played seven games last year with the Coachella Valley Firebirds.
“I’ve always been wanting to go to Coachella Valley after getting drafted by the Kraken,” said Fisker Molgaard. “You’re always nervous at first, but I think it went well. I kind of adapted to North American hockey pretty quick. That also helped me getting back home as I knew how to play against the North American players in the world championships. It’s a big help. Especially for the upcoming [AHL] season. I know the trainers, I know the coaches, I know some of the guys. It helps me a lot, coming in here with some confidence and calm.”
Known for his strong skating and two-way prowess, the 20-year-old has several translatable skills that could help him find success in the AHL and the NHL down the road. Currently standing six-foot, 168 pounds, Fisker Molgaard still has plenty to do to get his body NHL-ready, but the Kraken think very highly of their 2023 second-round pick (52nd overall).
“I think this training camp is going to be huge for him,” said Firebirds coach Derek Laxdal, who penciled Fisker Molgaard in for both games of this past weekend’s NHL Prospects series. “He wasn't here for last year's training camp, already playing in the SHL. I expect to see him take a great step forward. He is just going to grow. You think about his projection, his last three years playing in the SHL, he's mature beyond his years. His game is beyond a 20-year-old. He's got a very bright future for the Kraken organization ... I think he's one of those top pieces going forward.”
The adjustment period for Fisker Molgaard will be something to keep an eye on. Although he has professional experience, playing in North America is different. With that being said, the Danish center claims to have had a great summer and is ready to compete and work.
“I finally had a good, long summer,” said Fisker Molgaard. “It felt good to work out to be stronger and get better at my game.”
Coachella Valley Firebirds To Have Heavy Rookie InfluenceThe Seattle Kraken's AHL affiliate, the Coachella Valley Firebirds, will have a heavy rookie influence in 2025-26, with several 2023 NHL Draft picks set to embark on their rookie seasons.
Top 10 NHL Players On PTOs To Watch In Training Camp
Training camps around the NHL are set to begin, which means hockey season is finally almost here.
With NHL clubs getting ready to start their training camps, let's discuss 10 notable players currently on professional tryouts (PTOs) who are looking to earn contracts for the 2025-26 season.
Matt Grzelcyk, D, Chicago Blackhawks
Even after setting career highs with 39 assists and 40 points last season with the Pittsburgh Penguins, Matt Grzelcyk had to settle for a PTO with the Chicago Blackhawks.
If Chicago wants a veteran blueliner to help mentor its young defense group, which currently has only one blueliner older than 24, Grzelcyk could certainly land a deal for the season. Yet, the Blackhawks also have several defensemen eyeing NHL jobs, so Grzelcyk will have a lot of competition.
Marc-Andre Fleury, G, Pittsburgh Penguins
Legendary goalie Marc-Andre Fleury signed a PTO with the Penguins last week. This will give him the opportunity to play one final game for the team he will forever be most remembered playing for before officially hanging up the skates.
Fleury is set to make his final NHL appearance on Sep. 27 against the Columbus Blue Jackets. And no, he's not looking to sign a one-year contract.
Ticket Prices For Fleury's Final Game Keep RisingWhen the Pittsburgh Penguins signed goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury to a paid tryout (PTO) contract on Friday, along with that came the announcement that he'd be appearing in one final pre-season game in Pittsburgh on Sept. 27 against the Columbus Blue Jackets before officially retiring from the NHL.
Milan Lucic, LW, St. Louis Blues
After completing the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program, Milan Lucic signed a PTO with the St. Louis Blues. The 37-year-old last played during the 2023-24 season with the Boston Bruins, posting two assists and 12 hits in four games.
Given the Blues' solid forward depth, Lucic will need to impress big time if he hopes to earn a contract for the season.
Jack Johnson, D, Minnesota Wild
Jack Johnson signed a PTO with the Minnesota Wild last month. The 38-year-old blueliner is aiming to earn a contract and play his 20th season in the NHL.
The veteran defenseman has an uphill battle, however, as the Wild have solid defensive depth. In 41 games last season with the Blue Jackets, he recorded six assists, 21 hits, 35 blocked shots and a minus-13 rating.
Brett Leason, RW, Minnesota Wild
Brett Leason, a 6-foot-5 right winger, played in 62 games last season with the Anaheim Ducks, recording five goals and 17 points.
When looking at Minnesota's forward group, Leason should compete for a spot on their fourth line. Right now, the wingers in the bottom six are Liam Ohgren, Ryan Hartman, Marcus Foligno and Yakov Trenin. The 26-year-old could earn a contract with a strong showing in camp, even if he ends up being the 13th forward.
Kevin Labanc, LW, Carolina Hurricanes
After posting two goals and 12 points in 34 games last season with the Blue Jackets, Kevin Labanc had to settle for a PTO with the Carolina Hurricanes. The 29-year-old will need to stand out during training camp to earn a deal for the season, as the Hurricanes have a ton of forward depth.
That said, Labanc has dealt with injury issues in recent years. When he's healthy, he can produce at least 30 points, with a career-high 56 in 2018-19. He could work well as an extra forward for Carolina if signed.
All You Need To Know About The Three Players The Hurricanes Signed To PTOsThe Carolina Hurricanes signed three players to PTOs heading into training camp, as they will compete to make the Hurricanes’ opening night roster.
Oliver Kylington, D, Carolina Hurricanes
Oliver Kylington, a 28-year-old blueliner, appeared in 19 games last season, split between the Colorado Avalanche and the Ducks, recording one goal, five points and a minus-2 rating.
Kylington could serve as an extra offensive defenseman, since the Hurricanes already have Shayne Gostisbehere filling that role. Or if Alexander Nikishin needs seasoning in the AHL, Kylington could fill in his spot in the NHL in the meantime.
Luke Glendening, C/RW, New Jersey Devils
Luke Glendening will be aiming to earn a contract with the New Jersey Devils through his PTO. The Devils currently have Dawson Mercer, Arseny Gritsyuk, Connor Brown, Evgenii Dadonov, Paul Cotter and Cody Glass as projected bottom-six players, so Glendening has lots of competition for a spot in the lineup.
The 36-year-old is a very effective faceoff-winner, with a career win percentage of 55.8. Last year, he won 57 percent of his faceoffs. Glass, meanwhile, has a 47.7 career faceoff win percentage.
The Michigan native does not offer much offense, with seven points in 77 games last year, but his defensive play and skill at the faceoff dot could help his chances of earning a deal.
Conor Sheary, LW/RW, New York Rangers
After mutually terminating his contract with the Tampa Bay Lightning, Conor Sheary signed a PTO with the New York Rangers earlier this off-season.
This comes after the 33-year-old spent most of last season in the AHL with the Syracuse Crunch, recording 61 points in 59 games. In the NHL, he had no points in five games, and in 2023-24, he had 15 points in 57 games.
The Winchester, Mass., native will now look to prove that he can still be an NHL player, but the Rangers also have a lot of forward depth on the wing. He'd have to outplay Jonny Brodzinski, Adam Edstrom, Taylor Raddysh and Matt Rempe, but if Gabe Perreault isn't ready for the NHL yet, Sheary could fill that role temporarily.
Brendan Smith, D, Columbus Blue Jackets
Brendan Smith is an under-the-radar candidate to secure a contract with the Blue Jackets for the season. That said, he works well as an extra defender.
In 32 games last season with the Dallas Stars, he recorded one goal, six points, 41 hits, 23 blocked shots and 33 penalty minutes.
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Kevin Durant says he'll play in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics at age 39 'If I'm still me'
Kevin Durant is the greatest US Olympic men's basketball player ever, the Olympic GOAT. He has scored more points (518) than any American playing in the Olympics, and after Paris in 2024, he has four Olympic gold medals, the most of any men's hooper in our nation's history.
How about making it five gold medals?
Asked about playing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, Durant said he'd be up for it — but only if he's still the player he is now, who could make an impact. Via the must-follow Swish Cultures:
KD On playing in the 2028 Olympics “If I’m still me I’ll play I don’t want that veteran sit on the end of the bench and get your 5th”via @ashtenjewellpic.twitter.com/WjdgJFEHqy
— Swish Cultures (@swishcultures_) September 17, 2025
The 2028 USA team will be a transition from the Durant, LeBron James, and in Paris Stephen Curry era to the next generation of American players. That likely includes Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton and Devin Booker (all of whom picked up a gold in Paris) as well as a younger crop of players such as Cooper Flagg and Paolo Banchero, among others.
Los Angeles is also shaping up to be the USA's toughest test to continue its Olympic dominance (five straight golds for the men). France won silver in Paris when Victor Wembanyama was too young to drink, the prime version of him in 2028 is likely the best player in the world, leading a deep team that could include Alex Sarr, Tidjane Salaun, and some of the country's young guards and wings coming up such as Bilal Coulibaly. Serbia and Nikola Jokic will still be in the mix, as will a German team that is the most recent EuroBasket and World Cup champion.
We'll see if Durant returns as the bridge to a younger generation to help them win gold.
2025-26 Fantasy Basketball Schedule Breakdown
By Joel Bartilotta, RotoWire
A frequently overlooked yet critical component of fantasy basketball strategy is the NBA schedule. While player rest, particularly on back-to-back sets, is a common point of discussion, the full extent of the season's physical demands is often underestimated. The grueling nature of an 82-game season has a significant impact on player availability and performance.
[Join or create a fantasy basketball league for the 2025-26 NBA season]
This analysis will examine key scheduling quirks and variables to provide fantasy managers with a strategic advantage during their drafts and throughout the 2025-26 season.
Platform-Specific Scheduling: Yahoo
Fantasy managers should note that platform-specific schedules can vary. On Yahoo, the fantasy playoffs are slated for Weeks 21, 22 and 23, running from March 16 to April 5. This schedule is advantageous as it concludes before the final week of the NBA regular season, a period often characterized by unpredictable player rotations and teams resting key assets.
Another important aspect of the Yahoo schedule is the extended Week 17, which spans from February 9 to February 22 to accommodate the All-Star break. This creates a 14-day matchup period that managers must plan for.
The NBA Cup
The NBA Cup (formerly the In-Season Tournament) has become a fixture in the league calendar. From a fantasy perspective, the primary concern is how these games are scored and integrated into the weekly schedule. The key dates for the upcoming tournament are as follows:
Group Play:
Friday, Oct. 31
Friday, Nov. 7
Friday, Nov. 14
Friday, Nov. 21
Tuesday, Nov. 25
Wednesday, Nov. 26
Friday, Nov. 28
Quarterfinals: Tuesday, Dec. 9 & Wednesday, Dec. 10
Semifinals: Saturday, Dec. 13
Championship: Tuesday, Dec. 16
Unlike last season, when weeks were been combined at points during the tournament, that is not the case this year.
Back-to-Back Sets (B2Bs)
Player management during back-to-back sets is a major variable in fantasy performance. The NBA has continued its efforts to reduce these, with the league average dropping from 14.9 per team last season to 14.4 this season. However, the distribution is not even.
Below is a breakdown of the number of B2B sets for each team:
16 Back-to-Backs: Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Dallas Mavericks, Detroit Pistons, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors, Washington Wizards
15 Back-to-Backs: Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat, New Orleans Pelicans, Portland Trail Blazers, Utah Jazz
14 Back-to-Backs: Cleveland Cavaliers, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks, Orlando Magic
13 Back-to-Backs: Atlanta Hawks, Chicago Bulls, Indiana Pacers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder
Strategic Implications: This data is crucial for risk assessment. Players with extensive injury histories are prime candidates for rest during one leg of a B2B set. For instance, a player like Joel Embiid, on a team with 16 B2Bs, presents a higher risk of missed games compared to a younger, more durable player on a team with 13. While not a definitive predictor — as exemplified by Kawhi Leonard playing in a B2B last season — this metric should serve as a valuable tiebreaker when evaluating similarly ranked players during a draft.
Fantasy Playoff Schedule Analysis
Analyzing the weekly distribution of games provides a more targeted level of strategy. While overhauling a draft strategy based solely on the schedule is not recommended, understanding the volume of games during the fantasy playoffs is critical for success.
The Yahoo fantasy playoffs run from March 16 to April 5.
Quarterfinals (March 16-22):
5 Games: Phoenix Suns, Washington Wizards
A five-game week for players on these rosters provides a significant advantage. However, managers must consider the potential for these teams to be in "tanking" mode, which could affect rotations.
Semifinals (March 23-29):
2 Games: Minnesota Timberwolves, Phoenix Suns
A two-game week for star players on these teams can be detrimental to a fantasy team's chances, making it difficult to win a head-to-head matchup. This should be a major consideration for managers drafting players from the Timberwolves and Suns.
Championship (March 30-April 5):
2 Games: Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, Portland Trail Blazers
Reaching the championship with key players like Nikola Jokić or Jalen Brunson only playing two games would present a significant challenge.
Total Games During the Fantasy Playoffs
To provide a broader perspective, the following list aggregates the total number of games each team plays during the three-week Yahoo fantasy playoff period (Weeks 21-23).
12 Games: Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, Orlando Magic, Washington Wizards
11 Games: Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, New Orleans Pelicans, Phoenix Suns, San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz
10 Games: Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Indiana Pacers, Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Philadelphia 76ers, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings
9 Games: Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks
Teams with 10 or 11 games fall near the average. However, the outliers are significant. The nine-game schedules for the Nuggets and Knicks represent a notable disadvantage for fantasy managers rostering their players. Conversely, the 12-game schedules for the Rockets, Grizzlies, Magic, and Wizards offer a considerable boost. This information should be utilized as a key tie-breaking factor when making draft-day decisions.
The Athletic: NHL rookie camp roundup: The biggest standouts from tournaments across the league
Berkly Catton, C
Catton was easily the best player on the ice for either team in the one game he played against Vancouver’s prospects on Saturday night. Catton dictated play throughout the evening, dominating the puck in the offensive zone and generating at least one scoring chance per shift (sometimes two). He hit a post on a breakaway opportunity, still finished the night with two points (a goal and an assist) and you left the rink thinking it was a miracle he didn’t have four or five. That the Kraken opted not to dress Catton in the second game of the back-to-back set this weekend is bullish for his chances of seeing real NHL action this fall. He certainly looked dynamic and ready this weekend. — Thomas Drance
NHL rookie camp roundup: The biggest standouts from tournaments across the leagueThese tournaments are a valuable opportunity for prospects — from top draft picks to potential free agents — to make lasting impressions. Ranking The 13 Former First-Round Picks At Senators Training Camp
The Ottawa Senators enter training camp this year with a fine mix of youth, talent and experience. The group includes an impressive 13 former first-round draft picks, eight of whom were drafted by the Sens. Some are franchise players, while others are prospects still fighting for their place somewhere on the pro hockey landscape.
Each brings a different story, style, and a wildly varying list of accomplishments. Just for fun, here’s our view of how the Senators' long list of former first-rounders rank as they report for training camp this week. We're ranking them based on the impact they'll have on the organization this season.
1. Tim Stützle
- Drafted: 2020, 3rd overall (Ottawa Senators)
- Stützle is already the Senators’ offensive engine and one of the NHL’s brightest young stars. With three 70+ point seasons under his belt at just 23, his combination of speed, skill, and creativity makes him No. 1 on this list – not an easy choice, considering the next two guys in our ranking...
2. Brady Tkachuk
- Drafted: 2018, 4th overall (Ottawa Senators)
- The captain embodies everything the Senators want to be: physical, competitive, and productive. A consistent 30-goal scorer and heart-and-soul guy, Tkachuk is the emotional leader of the team and a nightmare for opponents.
3. Jake Sanderson
- Drafted: 2020, 5th overall (Ottawa Senators)
- Sanderson’s poised two-way game has quickly established him as one of the NHL’s top young defensemen. Still only 22, his skating is electric, and his skill level in all zones makes him a franchise-building block alongside Stützle and Tkachuk. You could talk me into moving him into the No. 1 or 2 spot on this list without much effort. That's how close it is.
Senators Announce 52-Player Roster for 2025-26 Training CampThe Ottawa Senators unveiled their 52-player roster for the 2025-26 training camp, set to begin on Wednesday (Sept. 17) at Canadian Tire Centre and Bell Sensplex. This year’s camp will feature five goaltenders, 17 defencemen and 30 forwards.
4. Thomas Chabot
- Drafted: 2015, 18th overall (Ottawa Senators)
- A workhorse on the back end, Chabot has been the team’s defensive anchor for years. Injuries have slowed him at times, but when healthy and supported with the right defensive partner, he can log huge minutes and drive play from the blue line.
5. Dylan Cozens
- Drafted: 2019, 7th overall (Buffalo Sabres)
- The Senators’ big deadline day addition, Cozens brings size, speed, and secondary scoring as the new second-line centre. And unlike his predecessor, the Workhorse from Whitehorse has rarely missed time due to injury. Still just 24, Cozens has already proven he can score 30 goals and 60 points in the league.
6. Claude Giroux
- Drafted: 2006, 22nd overall (Philadelphia Flyers)
- At 37, Giroux’s best years are behind him, but he remains an elite playmaker and leader. His professionalism and hockey IQ are invaluable to Ottawa’s young core, and he's still more than capable of a 50-60 point season.
7. Ridly Greig
- Drafted: 2020, 28th overall (Ottawa Senators)
- Greig is a pain-in-the-ass competitor who may be tough to keep in the bottom six for much longer. His grit and energy give him an edge, and he’s shown flashes of offensive upside that could push him higher in future rankings. When it comes to "Ferda," Greig gives Tkachuk a run for his money, ready to do anything fer da team..
8. David Perron
- Drafted: 2007, 26th overall (St. Louis Blues)
- Perron brings championship experience and scoring touch. A Stanley Cup winner with St. Louis, he’s still dangerous on the power play, strong on the boards, and gives Ottawa much-needed veteran depth on the wing.
10. Lars Eller
- Drafted: 2007, 13th overall (St. Louis Blues)
- A proven two-way veteran, Eller has carved out a long NHL career as a reliable depth center. At 36, his role will be more limited, but his Stanley Cup pedigree and defensive awareness remain valuable. If needed, he can move up and still chip in with some offence.
9. Carter Yakemchuk
- Drafted: 2024, 7th overall (Ottawa Senators)
- The Senators’ 2024 first-rounder, Yakemchuk is an offensive-minded defenseman with size, reach, and a booming shot – not to mention a sick forehand-backhand move. He’s still just starting his pro career, but his ceiling is high.
11. Xavier Bourgault
- Drafted: 2021, 22nd overall (Edmonton Oilers)
- Bourgault brings skill and offensive instincts, but unlike others on this list, he’s unproven at the big-league level. Now fully healthy and still only 22, he's going to do some damage in the AHL this season.
12. Lassi Thomson
- Drafted: 2019, 19th overall (Ottawa Senators)
- Once seen as a key defensive prospect, Thomson played in Sweden last season. As Lassi comes home, it will be interesting to see if his big minutes and success with Malmo will translate into North American success. The guy is still only 24, skates well, and has a terrific shot.
13. Tyler Boucher
- Drafted: 2021, 10th overall (Ottawa Senators)
- Boucher’s development has been stunted by injuries. While he plays with physicality and has some offensive tools, he has yet to – quite obviously – live up to his top-10 billing. He just needs a full, injury-free season in Belleville – only then can we get back to evaluating his future potential.
In both hockey and love, you never forget your firsts.
By Steve Warne
The Hockey News-Ottawa Site Editor
This article first appeared at The Hockey News-Ottawa
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Knicks Mailbag: Is trade coming to make room for both Landry Shamet and Malcolm Brogdon?
It's another edition of Knicks' Mailbag with SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley ready to answer your questions surrounding the team. Let's get started...
Am I correct in thinking that trading just Kolek would not open enough enough salary cap space to sign both Shamet and Brogdon? It would have to be a trade for either Pacome or Deuce, right? - @_leeescobedo
Thanks for the question, Lee. Some background first: the Knicks have signed Malcolm Brogdon and Landry Shamet to nonguaranteed contracts ahead of training camp. If they want to keep both players on the regular season roster, they will have to trade one of their players signed to a traditional NBA deal. They need to do this because their team salary cannot exceed the second apron this season. There are many different trade routes the Knicks can take to keep both Brogdon and Shamet.
A trade of either Pacôme Dadiet or Miles McBride would clear enough cap space to sign both veterans. The Knicks can also trade Tyler Kolek and have enough space under the second apron to sign both Brogdon and Shamet. But, to Lee’s point, trading Kolek and signing both vets would leave New York just $44,000 under the second apron. Unless they made another trade, in this scenario, the Knicks wouldn’t be able to sign another veteran on a pro-rated contract during the season. New York used this approach last season when signing veteran P.J. Tucker in March. Cap expert Yossi Gozlan expertly explained these trade scenarios in his Third Apron Substack.
I don’t think the Knicks will make a trade ahead of training camp. I’d expect them to let things play out during camp/preseason before they made a move to keep both Brogdon and Shamet. But if I’m betting today, I’m betting that both Brodgon and Shamet are on the regular season roster. This Knicks team is in win-now mode, and injuries to Jayson Tatum and Tyrese Haliburton give them a direct pathway to the NBA Finals. Veterans like Brogdon and Shamet are preferred options for a win-now team like the Knicks.
Quick hitters:
I’m confused. What’s difference between 2 way, exhibit 10 & exhibit 9? - @NorthsideNabeel
You are not the only one, Northside. Exhibit 9 deals protect teams if a player gets injured during camp or the preseason. Teams need to have 14 players on the roster before they can sign Exhibit 9 contracts. If a player doesn’t have an Exhibit 9 deal, a team will be financially responsible for the player’s salary/rehab if they get hurt during camp. This is a risk most teams want to avoid. And it’s part of the reason the Knicks waived Dink Pate ahead of camp. Pate was on an Exhibit 10 deal, so the Knicks didn’t have injury protection there. If he set foot in camp and got hurt, the Knicks would be fiscally responsible. ESPN CBA expert Bobby Marks provided a clear definition of Exhibit 10, Exhibit 9 and two-way deals in a recent tweet.
Do you think Melo’s number will get retired by the Knicks? - @NyCitee
I can’t tell you that I know with 100 percent certainty that the Knicks will retire Carmelo Anthony’s number. When Anthony retired, I know there was strong support internally within MSG to retire Anthony’s number. In checking around about this over the past couple of weeks, I can say that there remains strong support internally for retiring the number. Again, I can’t say with 100 percent certainty that the Knicks will retire his number. But the internal discussions about the topic have continued in recent weeks. The decision to retire -- or not retire -- Anthony’s number will ultimately be made by owner James Dolan.
NEW ROLE FOR GREEN AT OTE
A Brooklyn native is taking on one of the biggest jobs in basketball.
Khalid Green has been elevated to the head of recruiting at Overtime Elite, one of the preeminent development basketball programs in the country.
Green recently spoke to SNY about the new role.
"With Overtime Elite, my focus is on the second word in that title: elite players with elite attitude and obviously elite skill set," Green said.
Green has hit the ground running, landing top class of 2027 players in guard Anderson Diaz and big man Caleb Ourigou. Diaz and Ourigou -- both from New York City -- will join NYC native and big man Asher Elson at Overtime.
He relishes the opportunity to compete with other high schools, development programs and top colleges for the best players in the country.
"If I were to give it a comparison in terms of cars, this place is a Bentley truck," Green said of Atlanta-based Overtime Elite. "You have to maintain it, it gives you great resources and it produces at a high rate. But I’m the caretaker now so I have to make sure the upkeep is right and the people that I let ride in the car don’t abuse it and respect it."
"There’s no eating, drinking or smoking in this car, man," Green adds with a laugh.
When he pitches Overtime Elite to potential recruits, Green can sell players and their families on the facilities, top trainers, coaches and a media outlet.
"We can help (players) on a micro and macro level. On a micro level, if a kid wants to come in here and put on weight, then we have the strength and conditioning program to activate to make sure he puts on weight," Green says. "If a kid wants to come in and get their jump shot right, on a micro level, we can help with that. Get them to shoot 200, 300 400 jump shots a day. We can track it with our AI system and our technology. We don’t do any guessing; everything is done through metrics and data."
"Everybody’s aligned to get these kids to get to the next level," Green adds.
Green has been a fixture in local and national basketball circles for over two decades. He coached at Abraham Lincoln High School, Benjamin Banneker High School, and Bishop Loughlin High School. He also worked for the Nets as a scout and later in community relations. He worked in the same department for the Knicks.
He’ll lean on the relationships he’s built over two-plus decades in basketball to help his players at Overtime Elite.
"I have friends that are general managers, I have friends that are scouts, friends that are top college coaches and they pick up my call right away," he says. "When I call I’m not calling for me. I’m calling as an advocate for these young men. I’m calling to get their name out, get input on what these executives are feeling about our players and relay that info back to he and his family."
As a young grassroots coach in Brooklyn, Green recruited two of the top players in their class in Doron Lamb and JayVaughn Pinkston to play for him. He’ll have the same mindset in his new role at Overtime Elite.
"I’m always going to swing for the fences,” Green said. “JayVaughn at the time was top 5 in country, Doron Lamb -- same narrative. I always believe I’m a magnet for big-time players and I want big-time players."
NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest Penguins Speculation, Canucks Management On The Hot Seat
Efforts by Sidney Crosby and his agent, Pat Brisson, to downplay trade rumors dogging the 38-year-old Pittsburgh Penguins superstar instead stoked the speculation.
Some pundits mused over what Crosby and Brisson truly meant while pondering possible trade destinations such as the Colorado Avalanche and Montreal Canadiens.
Crosby didn't mince words when speaking with reporters during a season-ticket drive on Monday.
“This is where I want to be,” he said. “I can't keep having to answer the same questions over again because of these narratives. If people want to write about that or say that, that's fine. I can't really control that.”
“I don't take those rumors or some of those things lightly. Like I said, this is where I want to be,” Crosby said. “It's a special place, and it's something that is hard to put into a soundbite, but it means a lot.”
Crosby may have put this speculation to rest for now, but don't be surprised if it resurfaces should the Penguins struggle again this season.
Meanwhile, Crosby's teammates, Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell, remain the focus of persistent trade conjecture.
Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazettewondered how much longer the two forwards will remain with the Penguins. He believes GM Kyle Dubas set a high asking price, which would explain why both players are still in Pittsburgh as training camp opens this week.
Vensel anticipates one or both could be moved before the March 2026 trade deadline or at some point down the road. However, Dubas isn't under pressure to peddle them during this season.
Rust and Rakell are under contract through 2027-28. Dubas can remain patient and wait for the right offers.
In Vancouver, meanwhile, Canucks management could be feeling the heat entering this season.
Patrick Johnston of The Province suggested changes could be coming to the front office if the Canucks fail to bounce back from last season's disappointing performance, when they finished with 19 fewer points than in 2023-24.
Johnston believes that puts additional pressure on hockey operations president Jim Rutherford and GM Patrik Allvin. A source close to the situation told him that those changes could come by Christmas if the team hasn't improved by then.
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Hernández: If Shohei Ohtani is open to playing in the outfield, the Dodgers have failed him
Shohei Ohtani said he is prepared to make a six-inning start in October. He said he is open to pitching out of the bullpen, even if remaining in the game after a relief appearance might require him to play in the outfield.
His unspoken reasons for wanting to do so are obvious: The Dodgers are terrible.
They aren’t terrible compared to the Colorado Rockies or Chicago White Sox, but they’re terrible for a team with the most expensive roster in baseball.
They’re terrible for a team with ambitions to repeat as World Series champions.
They’re terrible enough that Ohtani is sounding how he did when he played for the Angels.
Read more:Shohei Ohtani is removed after five no-hit innings, then Dodgers' bullpen collapses in loss
Ironically, he signed with the Dodgers so that he wouldn’t have to be in this situation again. But here he is, sounding as if he thinks he has to do everything by himself.
The Dodgers have failed him.
Ohtani came up with the idea to defer the majority of his $700-million contract until after he retires, wanting the Dodgers to spend that money to build super teams around him. The Dodgers won a World Series last year, but the good times could already be over.
Instead of building another championship team, president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman constructed an all-time clunker. Instead of creating a 120-win juggernaut on which Ohtani would be able to have his cake and eat it too, the Dodgers have placed him in a predicament in which he could have to decide between prioritizing either the upcoming postseason or his pitching future.
Winning the World Series again with Ohtani on rehabilitation mode will be extremely difficult for these Dodgers, if not downright impossible. Their 9-6 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night explained why, their bullpen imploding once again to waste another did-that-really-happen performance by Ohtani. At this point, their bullpen might as well be renamed the Nine Horsemen of the Apocalypse.
With Ohtani still in his first season pitching after his second Tommy John surgery, the Dodgers have limited his starts to five innings. That was the plan again on Tuesday, and five no-hit innings by Ohtani wasn’t about to make manager Dave Roberts stray from an organizational directive.
Removing Ohtani was a health decision, not a baseball decision.
However, by sticking to the plan, Roberts was forced to reenact his nightly routine of juggling sticks of dynamite. This time the explosion was immediate, as Justin Wrobleski gave up five runs to turn a 4-0 lead into a 5-4 deficit.
Roberts was loudly booed when he walked to the mound to replace Wrobleski, but how could anyone blame the manager for deploying the hard-throwing left-hander, who was one of the team’s most dependable relievers? It’s not as if the next pitcher shut down the Phillies. Edgardo Henriquez also gave up a homer.
Ohtani’s 50th homer of the season sparked an eighth-inning, two-run rally for the Dodgers that leveled the score, 6-6. The comeback made what happened later all the more deflating. Blake Treinen allowed three runs, and the game was over.
To recap: Ohtani pitched five no-hit innings and blasted a dramatic eighth-inning homer, and the Dodgers still lost.
As much as he provided, it wasn’t enough, which is why he was asked after the game about what more he could do.
Ohtani will pitch as a starter in the postseason but when asked if he could also be deployed as a reliever to help the flailing bullpen, he replied, “I’ve had different conversations with different people, and of course that’s come up.”
That’s when Ohtani presented a novel idea about how the Dodgers could use him.
“As a player, if I’m told to go somewhere, I want to be prepared to do so,” he said. “That’s on the mound and perhaps even in the outfield.”
The outfield?
Under baseball’s current rules, if Ohtani starts a game as a pitcher and is replaced on the mound, he could continue playing as a designated hitter. However, if he starts the game as a DH and pitches out of the bullpen, the Dodgers would lose the DH once his relief appearance is over.
Playing in the outfield would allow the Dodgers to use Ohtani as a reliever and keep his bat in their lineup after.
Told of what Ohtani said, Roberts replied, “He’s a great teammate. He wants to help us win a championship. So I’m all about it.”
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Roberts looked delighted.
Of course he did. Any inning pitched by Ohtani is an inning not pitched by one of the Dodgers’ relievers. Any at-bat taken by Ohtani is an at-bat not taken by one of the team’s inconsistent hitters.
Ohtani and the Dodgers will soon have to make a major decision.
The organization can’t remain cautious with Ohtani and make a legitimate effort to retain their crown. They’re not good enough to do both. They will have to choose one or the other.
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Gianluigi Donnarumma says Pep Guardiola will help him improve with his feet
Italian preparing to face Napoli, whom his mother supports
De Bruyne, McTominay and Højlund could face City
Gianluigi Donnarumma has said he believes Pep Guardiola will help improve his ball-playing skills and that Manchester City were interested in signing him before the summer.
Donnarumma joined from Paris Saint-Germain for about £30m (€35m) on transfer deadline day. The move caused surprise because of the view that the 26-year-old is not as accomplished with his feet as Ederson, who left for Fenerbahce, or James Trafford, the £27m signing from Burnley in July.
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