RotoWire Fantasy Basketball Podcast

2016-17 NBA Superlatives

10 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by D.J. Trainor to give their high school yearbook-style NBA superlatives for the upcoming season. Categories include: Best poin...

Potential Busts

07 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J., Shannon, and Ken go over some breaking news before discussing potential bust candidates heading into the new season. Learn more about your ad c...

Mid-Tier Dynasty Rookie Rankings

06 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to discuss the proper long-term value of Dario Saric, Joel Embiid, Patrick McCaw, Wade Baldwin and other 2016-...

Preseason Chatter + "Bold" Predictions

05 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by D.J. Trainor to discuss the Warriors' shellacking of the Clippers, Joel Embiid's NBA debut, and the Cavs' potential defensive...

Preseason Games, Metatarsals, and Buyouts

03 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. (@TrainorDJ) and Nick (wha1en) discuss preseason impressions, Ben Simmons, and Chris Bosh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Staff Keeper League

30 Sep 2016

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D.J., K-Train, and Shannon go over some breaking news around the league before diving into their upcoming keeper decisions for RotoWire's NBA Staff Ke...

Vegas Over/Unders Deep Dive + Postseason Awards - Pt. 2

29 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of this episode of the RotoWire NBA Podcast, Nick Whalen and James Anderson predict the 2016-17 All-Star Game rosters and postseason awards....

Vegas Over/Unders Deep Dive + Postseason Awards - Pt. 1

29 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 1 of this episode of the RotoWire NBA Podcast, Nick Whalen and James Anderson dissect the Vegas projected win totals for all 30 teams. Learn m...

Most Improved Players

27 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by D.J. Trainor to discuss potential breakout players at each position. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

The Three Amigos Reunite

23 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ), K-Train (@KenCrites), and Shannon McKeown (@RotoShannon) reunite to talk about Ken's Western Conference Position Battle art...

2016-17 Watchability Rankings

22 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to rank all 30 NBA teams based solely upon watchability (spoiler: the Warriors are No. 1). Learn more about yo...

Vegas Win Totals + Antetokounmpo Extension

20 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by D.J. Trainor to break down the Vegas wins over/unders, which were released Tuesday afternoon. They also analyze the Giannis A...

Western Conference Preview

15 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to predict the playoff seeds and rank all 15 teams in the Western Conference. Learn more about your ad choices...

Eastern Conference Position Battles

09 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Ken (K-Train) Crites (@KenCrites) dust off the train whistle and discuss position battles for each team in the Eastern C...

Preseason Rankings Preview

30 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by DJ Trainor to talk preseason player rankings, rookie survey, the Joffrey Lauvergne trade, and more. Learn more about your ad ...

Drafting Oladipo in the Second Round?

25 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen (@wha1en) and D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) go over the top talking points of the summer, in addition to breaking down the results of an exper...

NBA Draft Reactions

28 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen sits down with RotoWire's James Anderson to recap the NBA Draft and discuss which rookies will have the biggest impacts next season. Learn...

Finals Recap + Draft Preview

14 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

RotoWire's Nick Whalen and James Anderson sit down to recap Cleveland's Game 5 win and discuss a number of storylines leading up to the 2016 NBA Draft...

Mock Draft Podcast

24 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

RotoWire's Nick Whalen is joined by lead prospect writer James Anderson to debate and discuss their respective first-round 2016 NBA Mock Drafts, which...

Observations from the NBA Draft Combine

14 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and James Anderson discuss everything from Larry Bird's (questionable) fashion choices to Melo Trimble's wingspan as they recap their expe...

Season Review + Playoff Preview

12 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor preview the postseason, look ahead to what storylines the offseason might hold, debate which teams are at a crossroads and ...

Let Me Hear That Whistle One Last Time

08 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. (@TrainorDJ), Shannon (@RotoShannon), and the K-Train (@KenKrites) hold back tears while dishing out advice one last time this season. Learn mor...

KD to... Utah?!

07 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by RotoWire's James Anderson to talk KD rumors, the future of the T-Wolves, Grayson Allen, Thomas Bryant and more. Learn more ab...

Motivation Is Key

06 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) talk about teams still vying for a spot in the playoffs, and what that means in terms of fan...

2015 Re-Draft 2.0

05 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor re-draft the 2015 class, break down the remaining playoff races, and preview a busy Monday night in the NBA. Learn more ab...

Weekend Recap + Playoff Picture

04 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

With a blank NBA slate on Monday, Nick Whalen and Benny Ricciardi recap the weekend that was, preview the NCAA Tournament Final, and break down the pl...

The K-Train Makes A Stop In Madison

01 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. is joined by Ken in studio as the two discuss Thursday's results and look at the playoff picture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

Final Four Preview + Off Court Drama

31 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and James Anderson break down what to expect at the Final Four this weekend, discuss the incoming 2016 freshman class, and try to understa...

Late-Season DFS Strategy

30 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) go over Tuesday's box scores before previewing Wednesday's slate of NBA games. Learn more ab...

Playoff Races + All-NBA Teams

29 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor discuss the playoff races in each conference, break down their Alll-NBA teams, play NBA trivia and much more. Learn more ab...

Playoff Races + All-NBA Teams

29 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor discuss the playoff races in both conferences, break down their All-NBA teams, play NBA trivia and much more. Learn more a...

Five Pounds of Bacon

25 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. (@TrainorDJ), Shannon (@RotoShannon), and the K-Train (@KenKrites) go over Thursday's results before surveying the options for Friday's slate of ...

Shoutout Eric Clapton

24 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to preview the Sweet 16 and break down James' latest NBA Mock Draft 2.0. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Deep Bench

23 Mar 2016

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D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) discuss Tuesday's box scores before previewing Wednesday's slate of games. Learn more about...

Everyone Agrees that Wrigley Field is Old

22 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen (@wha1en) and D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) discuss Monday's results before playing a round of CBB-influenced trivia. Learn more about your a...

Weekend Recap + Monday Preview

21 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by Benny Ricciardi to break down the weekend NBA slate, preview the Sweet 16, and discuss Monday's top NBA DFS values. Learn mor...

More Bets on the Books

18 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J., Shannon, and the K-Train get ready for the weekend by discussing Thursday's games and taking a look at Friday's slate on DraftKings. Learn more ...

Thursday Grab Bag

17 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor fight through the distractions of the NCAA Tournament to break down Wednesday night's NBA games and preview the larger-than...

The Crying Game

16 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) team up for one last time as they suppress their sadness by going over Tuesday's box scores an...

Monday Recap + Tournament Preview

15 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor break down all of Monday's games and preview the NCAA Tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

Sunday Box Score Breakdown

14 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover all the latest Fantasy Hoops news and review the Sunday box scores for fantasy value Le...

The Three Amigos Reunite

11 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J., Shannon, and the K-Train get ready for the weekend by discussing Thursday's games and taking a look at Friday's slate on DraftKings. Learn more...

He's Basically A Vigilante Fireman

10 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to break down the playoff races in both conferences, debate the best players under 21, talk KD vs. Westbrook, ...

The Marvin Gaye Edition

09 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) talk about D.J.'s personal life and Josh sings to the best of his abilities before they dig in...

The One Where We Talk About Al Harrington

08 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and D.J. Trainor break down the highlights from Monday night's games, play an NBA edition of Would You Rather, and reminisce about the car...

Sunday Box Score Breakdown

08 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover all the latest Fantasy Hoops news and review the Sunday box scores for fantasy value Lea...

Always A Great Day To Talk Hoops

04 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Ken Crites (@KenCrites) discuss the Thunder's current losing skid and San Antonio's dominance before previewing Friday's...

Top 4 in the West + Jaylen Brown Breakdown

03 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and James Anderson discuss the Warriors, Spurs, Thunder and Clippers, including potential second-round matchups. The guys also break down ...

D.J. And Benny Unite

02 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) go over Tuesday's results before discussing lineup strategies for notable absences like that...

Jabari's Redemption

01 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by DJ Trainor to break down a big Monday in the NBA, headlined by an offensive eruption in Milwaukee. Learn more about your ad c...

Sunday Box Score Breakdown

29 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover all the latest Fantasy Hoops news and review the Sunday box scores for fantasy value Le...

Andre Miller: Veteran Towel Waver

26 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Ken Crites (@KenCrites) discuss Joe Johnson, Andre Miller, Gorgui Dieng, Friday's DFS slate, and much more. Learn more ...

Back Tats And Bike Chains

24 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) review Tuesday's box scores before discussing injury news. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

Michael Jordan, Wizards Legend

23 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor talk Cavs/Thunder, Warriors/Blazers, Detroit's playoff chances, and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Sun Box Score Breakdown

22 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the big Sunday NBA slate box scores for fantasy value Learn more about your ad choices....

Back At It

19 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Shannon McKeown (@RotoShannon) discuss Thursday's games, the lackluster trades, and Friday's monster slate of games on D...

The Trade Deadline Is Upon Us

18 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and James Anderson recap all of the (fairly underwhelming) trades leading up to Thursday afternoon's deadline. Learn more about your ad c...

Trade Deadline Buzz

17 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) go over trades from Tuesday, current trade rumors, and much more. Learn more about your ad ch...

Trade Deadline Preview

16 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by RotoWire's DJ Trainor to preview the trade deadline, as well as the second half of the NBA season. Learn more about your ad ...

Trade Deadline Rumors / Buy or Sell

15 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the all the latest trade deadline rumors in the NBA talk about their top buy or sell can...

Heading into the All-Star break

12 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Ken Crites (@KenCrites) talk about All-Star festivities and hand out a few midseason awards. Learn more about your ad c...

First Half Awards

11 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by James Anderson to hand out first half awards, talk Karl-Anthony Towns, rank some all-time greats, and much more. Learn more ...

Vampires vs. Furgate

10 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) allows Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) to rant about his Sacramento Kings for 45 seconds before they discuss Tuesday's box scores ...

Vampires vs. Furgate

10 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) allows Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) to rant about his Sacramento Kings for 45 seconds before they discuss Tuesday's box scores ...

Tuesday Grab Bag

09 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor discuss which teams should blow things up with the trade deadline approaching. Topics also include: The Bulls' struggles, t...

Sun Box Score Breakdown/ Top Adds

08 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the Sunday box scores for fantasy value, and break down the top waiver adds Learn more ...

Redhead Or Blonde?

05 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ), Ken Crites (@KenCrites), and Shannon McKeown (@RotoShannon) talk about D.J.'s hair color, trade rumors, and Friday's slate ...

Free Ekpe Udoh

04 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen sits down with James Anderson to talk dunk contest, uniforms, draft blunders, Luke Walton, Buddy Hield, Henry Ellenson and much more. Lea...

Haters Gon' Hate

03 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) talk about McDonald's mozzarella sticks before recapping Tuesday's games and previewing the 11...

Tuesday Grab Bag

02 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor answer a variety of questions, including: Who's the best PG in the East? Are the Cavs starting to click? Who is the most ov...

Sun Box Breakdown/ Top Center Adds

01 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the Sunday box scores for fantasy value, and talk about the top center adds off the waiv...

The Three Amigos

29 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ), Ken Crites (@KenCrites), and Shannon McKeown (@RotoShannon) discuss All-Star reserves, the status of Monta Ellis, Myles Tur...

Talking Trades + All Star Saturday Night

28 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and James Anderson name their dream Slam Dunk Contest and Three-Point Shootout fields and discuss trade rumors surrounding Blake Griffin, ...

Plan B Podcast

27 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Nick Whalen (@wha1en) go over box scores from Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Boogie For President

26 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen is joined by D.J. Trainor to talk Spurs/Warriors, Hornets-Kings, Blake Griffin, the Cavaliers and much, much more. Learn more about your ...

Sun Box Score Breakdown/Buy or Sell

25 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the Sunday box scores for fantasy value, and give their take on the top added players fo...

Google Kelly Tripucka

22 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Shannon McKeown (@RotoShannon) discuss All-Star starters, injury news, and Friday's slate on DraftKings. Learn more abo...

No Nick Whalen, No Problem

21 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

James Anderson (@RealJRAnderson) and D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) talk about three-point percentages, speculative season-long player additions, and All-S...

Devin Booker or Jabari Parker?

20 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) talk about R. Kelly, Devin Booker's current value, and of course, The Gun 8000. Learn more ab...

Monday Recap + Team USA Talk

19 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen (@wha1en) and DJ Trainor (@TrainorDJ) sort through the aftermath of Warriors/Cavs, predict the 2016 Team USA roster and, of course, finish...

Sun Box Score Breakdown/ All Star Voting

18 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) break down the Sunday box scores and discuss who's deserving among the All-Star voting leaders...

Sun Box Score Breakdown/ All Star Voting

18 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) break down the Sunday Box Scores for fantasy impact and discuss who's deserving among the curr...

Ken Crites is Mike Conley

15 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Ken Crites (@KenCrites) discuss recent news, the RotoWire Staff Keeper League, and Friday's slate of games on DraftKings...

Are the Nuggets Better Than the Warriors?

14 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and James Anderson talk Warriors/Nuggets, break down three Pac 12 prospects, and debate the most disappointing players as the season nears...

Short, But Sweet

13 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) discuss available coaches, the NBA in London, and young teams on the rise. Learn more about y...

Tuesday's Storylines + 2015 Re-Draft

12 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

RotoWire's Nick Whalen chats with D.J. Trainor about the Cavs, Spurs, Warriors and Bucks. The guys also re-draft the 2015 prospects. Learn more about...

Sun Box Score Breakdown/ Injury News

11 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the Sunday box scores for fantasy value, and cover all the latest injury news. Learn mo...

Thursday Recap and Friday Preview

08 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Shannon McKeown (@RotoShannon) go over Thursday's games, discuss recent injury news, and preview Friday's slate on Draft...

Ranking the Coaches

07 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and James Anderson rank the NBA's top 10 and bottom 5 coaches. Other topics include: Hassan Whiteside, Kevin Love, Kyrie Irving, personal ...

How's it going with the groupies?

06 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) recap Tuesday's slate of games and go over some breaking injury news. Learn more about your a...

Monday Recap + Games, Games & More Games

05 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor recap the primary storylines from Monday night's action and play a few games to test each other's (and the listeners') NBA ...

Sun Box Score Breakdown/ ROY Race

04 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the Sunday box scores for fantasy value, and give their update on the Rookie of the Year...

Prospect Talk + Western Conference Contenders

31 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Nick Whalen and James Anderson break down Skal Labissiere, Tyler Ulis, Jamal Murray and Grayson Allen, as well as discuss some of the middling teams i...

Tues Box Scores/ Top 5 Trending Players

30 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the Tuesday box scores for fantasy value, and talk about the value of the top 5 trending...

Monday Recap + Trade Talk

29 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

RotoWire's Nick Whalen sits down with Shannon McKeown to break down Monday night's games and discuss which teams should make moves before the deadline...

Box Score Breakdown/ Buy or Sell

28 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the Sunday box scores for fantasy value, and play a game of buy or sell with top 50 play...

Tuesday Recap and Wednesday DraftKings Preview

23 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

D.J. Trainor (@TrainorDJ) and Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) recap Tuesday's four-game slate and preview the selection of players for Wednesday DraftKings ...

Monday Recap + Good or Bad?

22 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

RotoWire's Nick Whalen and DJ Trainor recap Monday's top storylines, including the Thunder knocking off the Clippers. Other topics include: The Bulls,...

Sun Box Score Breakdown/ Center Power Rankings

21 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Hayes (@JoshHayesFS) & Benny Ricciardi (@bennyr11) cover the Sunday box scores, for fantasy value and give their center position power rankings f...

Green Christmas

18 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Ken Crites and Shannon McKeown discuss the latest NBA news, DFS picks for Friday, ugly sweaters, uglier lawns and Shannon's broke jumper. Learn more ...