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NBA Fantasy Basketball: Northwest Division rotations and minute projections dissected. Josh Lloyd breaks down every team — Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Oklahoma City Thunder, Portland Trail Blazers, and Utah Jazz — in The 240 Game.Nikola Jokic’s minutes might drop, Jalen Williams starts the year injured, and the Utah Jazz rotation is pure chaos. Josh explains what it all means for fantasy basketball — which players to trust, who might lose minutes, and where the hidden value lies.Teams covered:

NBA Fantasy Basketball: Pacific Division minute projections and rotation breakdowns using “The 240 Game.” Josh Lloyd examines how each team — Sacramento Kings, Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Lakers, LA Clippers, and Golden State Warriors — divides their 240 available minutes.Russell Westbrook joins the Kings, shaking up their guard rotation. Josh breaks down how that affects Malik Monk and Domantas Sabonis, plus how the Suns’ and Lakers’ rotations shift with lineup uncertainty. The Clippers’ depth and the Warriors’ bench balance also come under the microscope.Watch for key insights on:

NBA Fantasy Basketball mock draft from the 14th pick in a 14-team league. Josh Lloyd selects Stephen Curry and Jalen Johnson to kick things off and explains how to build a competitive team from the turn.Josh dives into draft trends, category balance, and roster construction for deeper leagues. He discusses when to grab assists, how to find late-round wings, and what positional scarcity looks like once the elite guards are gone.Players like Darius Garland, Chris Boucher, and Jalen Johnson headline key rounds, while Josh also reacts to surprising early selections like Giannis Antetokounmpo at 3. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. WayfairGet organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the ne

NBA Fantasy Basketball mock draft strategy for the 12th pick. Karl-Anthony Towns, Kevin Durant, and Jaren Jackson Jr. headline Josh Lloyd’s 9-category build.Josh Lloyd, host of the Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast, breaks down a 12-team mock draft from the final position. He dissects value plays, punt-assist potential, and late-round sleepers while reacting to major NBA news — including Russell Westbrook signing with the Sacramento Kings.Josh also covers preseason standouts like Deandre Ayton and injury updates for Jalen Green. Get expert insight on roster construction, category balance, and player tiers to dominate your fantasy draft. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. WayfairGet organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. PelotonLet yourself ru

Victor Wembanyama goes second overall — and the fantasy basketball world goes wild.In this 9-Cat mock draft, Josh Lloyd takes the second pick and grabs Wemby, breaking down how to build around his unique stat profile. From early-round surprises like James Harden and Cade Cunningham to sneaky mid-round values like Kristaps Porzingis and Derrick White, this episode covers everything you need to prepare for your fantasy draft.Josh dives deep into category builds, balancing risk and reward, and finding the right mix of efficiency, usage, and defensive stats. He also highlights how Nikola Jokic’s playoff schedule might affect his draft stock — and whether Wemby’s upside could make him the top fantasy pick next season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. WayfairGet organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to ht

Giannis Antetokounmpo at pick 5? That’s what happened in this Yahoo Points league mock draft — and Josh Lloyd breaks down how it all unfolded.In this episode of the Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast, Josh walks through his full Yahoo Points draft from the fifth pick, reacting to surprising early picks, mid-round steals, and late-round flyers. He discusses how Giannis Antetokounmpo fits in points formats, the value of Alperen Sengun, and why Pascal Siakam brings the stability you need in a risk-heavy draft.Plus — what to do with injury-prone stars like Kristaps Porzingis and how to balance upside vs. safety when building your team. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. WayfairGet organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. PelotonLet yourself run, lif

Who should you not draft in fantasy basketball this year? Josh Lloyd goes round-by-round through both Yahoo and ESPN rankings for category and points leagues to expose the biggest traps of draft season.From early-round overpays like Trae Young and James Harden, to mid-round question marks such as Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart, and Myles Turner, and late-round landmines like Jordan Poole and Andrew Nembhard, Josh breaks down who’s ranked too high and why.Whether it’s due to inflated value, declining production, or changing roles, this is your essential “Do Not Draft” guide for 2025 fantasy basketball. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. WayfairGet organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the

Luka Dončić at Pick 4. In this 9-category fantasy basketball mock draft, Josh Lloyd walks through every selection, building a roster around Luka Dončić and explaining how to balance his strengths and weaknesses.You’ll hear insights on free throw management, category punting, and how to structure a winning team from the middle of the first round. Josh breaks down why Tyrese Maxey, Kristaps Porziņģis, and Jimmy Butler fit into this build — and where things can go wrong if you don’t plan for Luka’s profile.This is the mock draft that shows how to actually win from Pick 4. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. WayfairGet organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training

These are the must-draft fantasy basketball players for 2025–26 — the guys you can’t afford to miss if you want to win your league.Josh Lloyd breaks down every round across Yahoo and ESPN, finding the biggest steals, the hidden upside, and the players ranked completely wrong. From Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun to Jalen Johnson, Tyrese Maxey, and Brandon Miller, this episode highlights who stands out by round — and who you should avoid.You’ll also hear why certain rankings are flawed, which undervalued stars can swing your season, and how positional scarcity changes your approach in the middle rounds.Whether you play points or category leagues, this is your roadmap to fantasy basketball dominance. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. WayfairGet organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to https://Wayfair.c

Fantasy Basketball Auction Draft 2025 — Josh Lloyd runs through a full 9-category mock draft using a balanced budget strategy. Kevin Durant is the most expensive player on the roster, but this approach focuses on depth, flexibility, and value rather than top-heavy spending.Josh breaks down live auction prices, player tiers, and how to react when bidding gets out of control. Learn how to manage your budget, target mid-tier talent, and secure endgame steals without being left holding cash.Featuring analysis of players like Kevin Durant, Cade Cunningham, Scottie Barnes, and Alperen Sengun, this mock explores how to pivot your strategy when stars go for big money and when to attack undervalued assets.Watch to learn the mindset, pacing, and discipline needed to dominate your fantasy basketball auction draft. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBAfor $20 off your first purchase. Terms and con

Josh Lloyd runs a 9-category fantasy basketball mock draft from the third overall pick — starting with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, but debating whether Luka Doncic might be the better anchor in category leagues.Josh breaks down his full draft build, including how to manage assists, turnovers, and efficiency when drafting a high-usage guard early.He also covers the Keegan Murray injury update, the Brooklyn Nets’ tanking concerns, and Dereck Lively’s preseason rise.

Josh Lloyd runs a 9-category head-to-head mock draft from Pick 8, opening with Anthony Davis.This draft explores a punt assists strategy, anchored by Davis and Karl-Anthony Towns, and supported by balanced wings and mid-round scorers.Josh breaks down positional balance, risk management, and late-round value — including how to build around injury-prone stars without tanking your season.He also discusses how Yahoo ADP shifts are changing draft boards and where the value tiers now sit.

Josh Lloyd runs a 9-category head-to-head mock draft starting from Pick 7, landing Cade Cunningham to open his team.He breaks down every round, explaining build strategy, category balance, and key pivot points throughout the draft.From pairing Cunningham with Tyrese Maxey to mid-round decisions and late sleepers, Josh shows how to navigate changing Yahoo ADPs and make smart value plays.This draft focuses on category control, punt FG% structure, and balancing risk with breakout potential.

The Toronto Raptors are one of fantasy basketball’s biggest question marks heading into the 2025–26 season.Josh Lloyd breaks down the roster, including Scottie Barnes’ evolving role, Brandon Ingram’s arrival, and Immanuel Quickley’s fit as the team’s lead guard.From Jakob Poeltl’s quiet reliability to RJ Barrett’s uncertain usage, this episode explores the good, bad, and chaotic sides of Toronto’s fantasy outlook.Who should you trust? Who’s overvalued? Josh has the answers.

The Washington Wizards made moves this offseason — bringing in CJ McCollum and giving Alex Sarr a clear path to frontcourt minutes — but they still project as one of the worst teams in the NBA.Josh Lloyd breaks down the fantasy basketball landscape for the Wizards heading into the 2025–26 season. He covers rotation uncertainty, Sarr’s breakout potential, and why McCollum might be overvalued on draft day. There’s also discussion on Bub Carrington, Cam Whitmore, and Bilal Coulibaly, and how their development affects fantasy depth.

ESPN Points League Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft!Josh Lloyd selects Giannis Antetokounmpo with the 3rd pick after Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama go 1–2. He breaks down early-round strategy, key value picks, and how the LeBron James injury changes the fantasy landscape.Key discussions include how ESPN’s points system shifts player rankings, why Anthony Edwards’ value might dip, and which sleepers can swing your season.

12-team fantasy basketball mock draft — Yahoo 9-category head-to-head format. Josh Lloyd lands the 10th pick and faces a tough call: Domantas Sabonis, ranked 10th by Yahoo ADP. Is Sabonis really a first-rounder?Josh breaks down every round, discussing key value picks, potential traps, and his evolving strategy.First-round overview: Sabonis, Harden, and Cade CunninghamMid-round swings: Derrick White, Paolo Banchero, Jalen GreenLate sleepers: Santi Aldama, Quentin Grimes, Taylor HendricksHe also dives into category balance, punt strategy, and positional flexibility — plus thoughts on how preseason trends are warping ADPs.

The Utah Jazz are back — and probably back to tanking. Josh Lloyd breaks down the 2025–26 NBA Fantasy Basketball outlook for the Jazz, where player value is tangled in roster chaos and development priorities.Can Lauri Markkanen bounce back from a disappointing fantasy season? Will Walker Kessler reclaim his elite shot-blocking role? And could Kyle Filipowski or Ace Bailey emerge as late-round sleepers?Josh dives deep into projected rotations, risk profiles, and why the Jazz might be one of the most volatile fantasy teams this season.

Josh Lloyd exposes the biggest busts in Yahoo and ESPN points leagues — from overvalued guards to inexplicable rankings. He breaks down why Desmond Bane, Daniel Gafford, and Ivica Zubac are all red flags at their current spots and how default rankings can mislead fantasy managers into making early-round mistakes.Josh also digs into why ESPN’s Zubac ranking might be the worst he’s ever seen, and how context, scoring systems, and injury history all play major roles in finding true value.

Josh Lloyd dives into the Pick 1 mock draft of his 9-category fantasy basketball series, starting with Nikola Jokić as the cornerstone. Using Yahoo ADP, Josh builds a full roster around Jokić’s elite production, breaking down category strengths, weaknesses, and mid-round value targets.He explores how Jokić’s playoff schedule might influence draft decisions, and what kind of team construction best complements his assists, field goal percentage, and all-around dominance.