Locked On Fantasy Basketball – Daily NBA Fantasy Basketball Podcast The Players You MUST AVOID in Fantasy Basketball Drafts This Season
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Oct 14, 2025 This episode dives into the fantasy basketball draft pitfalls to avoid. Trae Young and James Harden are flagged as early-round traps due to their overvalued rankings. Jalen Brunson, Myles Turner, and DeMar DeRozan also face scrutiny for their risky selections. Mid-round picks like Desmond Bane and Jordan Poole come under fire for potential role changes. The discussion highlights the need for careful consideration of player value, injuries, and projected roles, making it a must-listen for savvy draft strategists.
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Skip Trae Young In Round One
- Avoid drafting Trae Young in the first round of Yahoo category leagues despite high assist upside.
- Josh Lloyd argues his scoring, rebounds, FG% and turnovers make him a risky top-12 pick.
Avoid Harden Early In Points Leagues
- Don't draft James Harden at pick 12 in points leagues; his value differs wildly by format.
- Josh Lloyd recommends targeting Harden in categories but avoiding him early in points formats.
Don't Reach For Sabonis In ESPN Points
- Avoid DeMarcus Sabonis as a top-10 ESPN points pick; role and roster changes may reduce his production.
- Josh Lloyd notes additions like Zach LaVine can lower Sabonis' usage and fantasy output.