Synopsis
A daily look back at the happenings in the NBA, with a distinct fantasy slant, with your host, Josh Lloyd (@redrock_bball). The Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast also looks ahead to the next night's games for DFS and recaps all of the day's action. #nba #fantasybasketball
Episodes
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Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft: Building Around Trae Young at Pick 11
07/10/2025 Duration: 48minJosh Lloyd kicks off his 9-category mock draft series by spinning the wheel and landing on Pick 11 — starting the draft with Trae Young as the foundation. Josh constructs a full team while breaking down draft strategy, category balance, and key value picks.From snagging Kevin Durant in Round 2 to rounding out with category specialists late, Josh analyzes how to build effectively around Trae’s strengths in assists, free throw percentage, and scoring — while covering his weaknesses in field goal percentage and turnovers.
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Victor Wembanyama’s Fantasy Ceiling | Can Spurs’ New Core Actually Work?
07/10/2025 Duration: 29minVictor Wembanyama is back — healthy and ready to dominate — but the San Antonio Spurs’ new roster raises serious fantasy questions. Josh Lloyd, host of the Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast, breaks down what Wembanyama’s full season with De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper means for your fantasy draft.Is Fox still a top-50 player? Can Castle hold fantasy relevance with new competition? And how does Wemby’s shot-blocking dominance shape your category build? Josh digs into the lineup fit, usage projections, and rotation battles that will define the Spurs’ 2025–26 season.
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Sacramento Kings Fantasy Basketball Preview | Why Domantas Sabonis Might Be Overvalued
07/10/2025 Duration: 28minThe Sacramento Kings enter the 2025–26 NBA season with a roster that’s confusing at best — and a potential fantasy basketball nightmare at worst. Josh Lloyd, host of the Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast, breaks down every angle of Sacramento’s fantasy outlook.Are Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine, and DeMar DeRozan overvalued in drafts? How will the arrival of Dennis Schröder and the emergence of Keegan Murray reshape usage, pace, and production? Josh dives into the Kings’ guard logjam, forward shortage, and the ripple effects across fantasy formats.
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Fantasy Basketball Busts 2025 | The Most Overrated Players in Every Draft
06/10/2025 Duration: 34minFantasy Basketball draft season is here — and it’s time to spot the traps before they ruin your season. Josh Lloyd, host of the Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast, breaks down the most overvalued players across Yahoo, ESPN, and Fantrax.From Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams to Brook Lopez and Ivica Zubac, Josh calls out the names that might not live up to the hype. He digs into why these players are being drafted too high, how platform biases affect rankings, and what you should do instead.
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Yahoo Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft: I Picked 9th, Here’s How It Went
06/10/2025 Duration: 34minYahoo Fantasy Basketball 10-team mock draft using default points league scoring. Josh Lloyd picks 9th overall and starts with Devin Booker and Anthony Edwards, breaking down every round and analyzing key draft trends.Find out which players are going too early, who the real steals are, and how Yahoo’s projections stack up against BasketballMonster.com. Josh shares his strategy for points leagues, explaining why some stars lose value in this format and which mid-round picks offer major upside.Key topics include early-round reach picks like Stephen Curry, surprise values like Paolo Banchero, and late-round sleepers such as Alex Sarr and Jaden Ivey.Enter the FBI WorldCup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHcWpw/viewformSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!QuoSee why over 90,000 businesses trust Quo, formerly OpenPhone. Get started free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.Quo.com/LOCKEDONNBA.PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use c
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Fantasy Basketball Sleepers You’re Missing | Yahoo + ESPN Points Leagues
05/10/2025 Duration: 35minFantasy Basketball sleepers for Yahoo and ESPN points leagues — Josh Lloyd breaks down the undervalued players who can swing your season.Featuring insights on Isaiah Jackson, Alex Sarr, Cam Whitmore, Brandon Miller, and more, Josh looks at platform rankings, ADPs, and projection discrepancies to help you crush your draft.Plus, how changes in Yahoo’s scoring and ESPN’s rankings affect players like Zion Williamson, Ja Morant, Bradley Beal, and Kristaps Porzingis.Make Locked On Fantasy Basketball your first listen every day.Enter the FBI WorldCup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHcWpw/viewformSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Pe
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Deni Avdija’s Fantasy Upside in Portland | Blazers Season Preview
05/10/2025 Duration: 32minPortland Trail Blazers Fantasy Basketball Outlook: Sleeper Hype or Total Trap?The Blazers’ offseason might be one of the strangest in the league. With Scoot Henderson hurt, Anfernee Simons gone, and Jrue Holiday leading the offense, Portland’s direction is unclear. Deni Avdija could quietly emerge as the team’s best fantasy value, while Jerami Grant’s role looks shakier than ever. Josh Lloyd breaks it all down on today’s Locked On Fantasy Basketball.Enter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowlEnter the FBI WorldCup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHcWpw/viewformSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new
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Devin Booker Is BACK At Point Guard, Can He Be A First-Round Fantasy Pick Again?
04/10/2025 Duration: 32minDevin Booker is back running point for the Phoenix Suns, and it could mean a return to first-round fantasy value. Josh Lloyd breaks down how the Suns’ roster overhaul affects Booker, Jalen Green, and Mark Williams in fantasy basketball.With Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal gone, Booker’s usage and assists could skyrocket, but can he stay healthy enough to deliver top-tier value? Plus, what does the arrival of Mark Williams mean for Phoenix’s center rotation, and is Jalen Green’s fit actually a good one for fantasy?Josh also examines the Suns’ schedule quirks, including league-high back-to-backs and a brutal playoff stretch, and highlights which players are overvalued or sneaky late-round targets. Enter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowlEnter the FBI WorldCup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHcWpw/viewformSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caff
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40+ Fantasy Basketball Sleepers You NEED To Draft | Yahoo ESPN Fantrax 2025
03/10/2025 Duration: 32minFantasy Basketball Sleepers 2025! Josh Lloyd breaks down 40+ undervalued players across Yahoo, ESPN, and Fantrax to help you dominate your draft. From deep league flyers to mid-round steals, this episode reveals the must-draft hidden gems who can give you the winning edge.Key names discussed include Ausar Thompson, Isaiah Jackson, Mitchell Robinson, Al Horford, Tari Eason, and more. Josh explains why certain rankings are off, how to exploit ADP differences across platforms, and which breakout candidates could swing your fantasy season.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction to sleepers3:42 Yahoo sleepers breakdown16:56 Fantrax sleepers explained22:31 ESPN sleepers revealed31:41 Final thoughts and strategyMake Locked On Fantasy Basketball your first listen every day for the best fantasy basketball strategy, rankings, and draft advice.Enter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowlEnter the FBI WorldCup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHc
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Golden State Warriors Fantasy Basketball Preview | Curry, Kuminga, Podziemski & More
03/10/2025 Duration: 31minGolden State Warriors fantasy basketball preview for the 25-26 season. Josh Lloyd looks at Stephen Curry’s first-round draft case, Jonathan Kuminga’s contract resolution and fantasy value, and Brandin Podziemski’s sleeper appeal.Other talking points include Jimmy Butler's role, Draymond Green’s defensive contributions, Al Horford’s fit as the new starting center, and how Steve Kerr’s rotation could affect fantasy production. Josh also covers injury risks, breakout candidates, and overall draft strategy for Warriors players across formats.Make Locked On Fantasy Basketball your first listen every day for expert projections and analysis to dominate your NBA fantasy league.Enter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowl Enter the FBI WorldCup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHcWpw/viewformSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade wi
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Joel Embiid & Paul George Injury Questions Define Sixers Season | Fantasy Basketball Outlook
03/10/2025 Duration: 34minNBA Fantasy Basketball: Philadelphia 76ers season preview with Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey in focus. Can Embiid stay healthy enough to anchor fantasy teams? Will Paul George bounce back after surgery? Is Tyrese Maxey being overdrafted as a first-round option?Josh Lloyd, host of the Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast, breaks down the Sixers’ fantasy outlook. He covers Embiid’s draft value in different formats, George’s efficiency question marks, and why Maxey’s usage without stars may not be as fantasy-friendly as expected. Rookie VJ Edgecombe and Adem Bona are highlighted as potential sleepers, while Kelly Oubre Jr. and Quentin Grimes could carve out bigger early-season roles.The episode also looks at schedule concerns, injury updates, and how the Sixers’ rotation impacts fantasy draft strategy.Get the inside track on the Philadelphia 76ers before your NBA fantasy draft — listen now!Chapters0:00 – Philadelphia 76ers overview2:23 – ESPN ranking changes4:24 – Projected lineup7:31 – Joel Embiid
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Orlando Magic Season Preview | Banchero’s Leap and Wagner’s Next Step
02/10/2025 Duration: 31minNBA Fantasy Basketball 2025 season preview: the Orlando Magic are pushing to rise in the East after adding Desmond Bane and expecting leaps from Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. But Jalen Suggs’ injury and Yahoo’s confusing fantasy basketball changes create big questions for your draft strategy.Josh Lloyd, host of the Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast, breaks down Orlando’s projected rotation and fantasy value. He covers Paolo Banchero’s efficiency improvement, Franz Wagner’s shifting usage, and Desmond Bane’s new role. Jalen Suggs’ injury timeline and Wendell Carter Jr.’s consistency are also on the table, along with a deep dive into Yahoo’s ADP chaos.Key Orlando Magic draft targets include:Paolo Banchero (early round in points, mid round in category)Franz Wagner (mid round with regression risk)Desmond Bane (mid round upside in Orlando’s system)Jalen Suggs & Wendell Carter Jr. (late-round options)
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Oklahoma City Thunder 25-26 Season Preview | Can SGA Keep Elite Fantasy Value?
02/10/2025 Duration: 31minOklahoma City Thunder 25-26 Fantasy Basketball Season PreviewThe reigning NBA champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, enter the new season with elite depth and sky-high expectations. In this episode, Josh Lloyd breaks down the fantasy basketball outlook for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, and more.Key topics include:Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s draft value as a potential top-3 fantasy pickJalen Williams’ wrist injury and whether he is overvalued in draftsChet Holmgren’s role with Isaiah Hartenstein and the impact of double-big lineupsAlex Caruso and Cason Wallace as underrated rotation piecesThe effect of the Thunder’s depth on fantasy consistency and playoff schedules
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20-Team Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft Strategy (9-Cat H2H)
01/10/2025 Duration: 01h07minEnter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowlEnter the FBI World Cup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHcWpw/viewform20-Team Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft (9-Cat H2H)I drafted from the 20th pick in a 20-team fantasy basketball mock draft — one of the toughest spots in the deepest format. How do you build a winning roster when the stars are gone early?In this episode, I break down:Early-round draft strategy in deep leagues (Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama)Mid-round sleepers and value picksLate-round targets and hidden gems that can make or break your seasonRisky injury plays like Joel Embiid and Kawhi Leonard in deep formatsHow category scarcity changes everything in a 20-team draft
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New York Knicks Fantasy Basketball Preview | Jalen Brunson & Karl-Anthony Towns Risks
01/10/2025 Duration: 29minEnter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowl Enter the FBI World Cup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHcWpw/viewformNBA Fantasy Basketball 2025-26: The New York Knicks start a new era under head coach Mike Brown, raising big questions about lineups and minutes. Jalen Brunson’s fantasy basketball ceiling may shift, Karl-Anthony Towns could be overvalued, and OG Anunoby looks like a sneaky sleeper. Josh Lloyd breaks down the fantasy basketball impact of coaching changes, rotations, and draft strategy for Mikal Bridges, Josh Hart, Mitchell Robinson, and more.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloto
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Can You Trust Zion? | New Orleans Pelicans Fantasy Basketball Breakdown
01/10/2025 Duration: 35minEnter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowl Enter the FBI World Cup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHcWpw/viewformNBA Fantasy Basketball: Can you trust Zion Williamson as a fantasy star? The New Orleans Pelicans enter the 2025-26 season with major questions. Zion’s health remains the biggest factor, while Trey Murphy and Jordan Poole could emerge as key draft values.Josh Lloyd breaks down the Pelicans’ projected rotation, player outlooks, and draft strategies. With Dejounte Murray sidelined until the second half of the season and a front office making questionable decisions, fantasy managers must weigh upside against risk.From Zion’s volatile draft stock to sleeper potential in Murphy and Poole, Josh gives you the insights you need to decide if the Pelicans can help — or hurt — your fantasy team. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a
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50+ Late-Round Fliers | Upside League Winners for 2025 Fantasy Basketball
30/09/2025 Duration: 39minEnter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowlEnter the FBI World Cup here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6HRYhH8JizeeI5mwO2j8cgUA8fnQYEEA1sZGjA-GsSHcWpw/viewformLate-round picks can make or break your fantasy basketball draft — and Josh Lloyd is here with 50+ fliers who could become league-winning upside swings. From Isaiah Jackson’s sleeper potential in Indiana to deep-cut names across every NBA team, this episode arms you with the late-round strategy to separate you from the competition.Josh breaks down which players are worth stashing for breakout upside, who might be undervalued in drafts, and how to maximize your bench spots for waiver wire flexibility. Forget boring safe picks — these are the players who can tilt your league.Tune in for the ultimate late-round fantasy basketball guide for 2025 drafts.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ sh
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Anthony Edwards Fantasy WARNING
30/09/2025 Duration: 33minEnter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowl NBA Fantasy Basketball: Anthony Edwards remains a top fantasy option, but the Minnesota Timberwolves’ two-game fantasy playoff week looms as a major headache for managers.Josh Lloyd, host of Locked On Fantasy Basketball, breaks down the Timberwolves’ roster, including Edwards’ draft position, Rudy Gobert’s role, and whether Naz Reid or Jaden McDaniels are overvalued. He also highlights Donte DiVincenzo’s sleeper potential and the impact of young players like Rob Dillingham.Learn how to navigate Minnesota’s playoff schedule, spot undervalued players, and avoid costly mistakes in your draft.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward.
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Milwaukee Bucks Fantasy Basketball Preview | Giannis & Turner Lead New Era
29/09/2025 Duration: 26minEnter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowl The Milwaukee Bucks enter the 2025/26 NBA season with major fantasy basketball storylines. Damian Lillard is gone after a devastating Achilles injury, Myles Turner joins the frontcourt, and the point guard spot is wide open. What does this mean for Giannis Antetokounmpo’s top-5 fantasy value and draft strategy?Josh Lloyd, host of Locked On Fantasy Basketball, dives deep into the Bucks’ new-look roster. He breaks down Myles Turner’s role as a defensive anchor, Kevin Porter Jr.’s sleeper upside, and Bobby Portis’ continued under-the-radar production. With lineup uncertainty and a shifting offensive identity, fantasy managers need to know which Bucks are worth targeting and which carry risk.Get the insights you need to dominate your draft — tune in now for the full Milwaukee Bucks fantasy preview!Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade wi
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Miami Heat Fantasy Basketball Preview | Bam Adebayo, Tyler Herro & Draft Strategy
29/09/2025 Duration: 32minEnter the LOCKED ON FANTASY BASKETBALL BOWL HERE https://linktr.ee/LOFBBowl NBA Fantasy Basketball: Miami Heat season preview. Josh Lloyd breaks down Bam Adebayo’s stability, Tyler Herro’s ankle recovery, and Andrew Wiggins’ sleeper potential. With Erik Spoelstra’s unpredictable rotations, Nikola Jovic, Norman Powell, and Kel-el Ware all sit in the “watch closely” category for fantasy managers.Learn which Heat players are undervalued at their current ADPs, where the injury risks lie, and how Miami’s roster depth could impact your draft board. Get expert advice to dominate your league with the latest Miami Heat fantasy insights.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYEnough with boring, flavorless caffeine, it’s time to give your caffeine a flavor upgrade with 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots. Get the favorites you love or be bold and try something new in-store and online at https://www.5hourENERGY.com or Amazon today. PelotonLet yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Trainin