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Fantasy Basketball Trade Tips: Time to Move Off Jimmy Butler?
Yesterday
Mike Barner goes through his list of buys, sells and holds in fantasy basketball. With Jimmy Butler returning from injury and putting up a big game, is now the time to move him?
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Six Sneaky Targets Still Available
6 days ago
Mike Barner highlights six waiver wire targets still available in the majority of leagues, including rookie Jared McCain, who's stepped into a large role for the injury-riddled 76ers.
Fantasy Basketball Trade Tips: Invest in Mitchell, Move on From Poole
8 days ago
This week's buy, sell and hold names include Donovan Mitchell, Jordan Poole and Norman Powell. How should you approach the trade market when it comes to these players?
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Grab Bennedict Mathurin While You Still Can
13 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite waiver wire targets for Week 4, including Bennedict Mathurin, who's moved into the starting lineup in Aaron Nesmith's absence.
Fantasy Basketball Trade Tips: Buy Low on VanVleet, Miller
15 days ago
Fred VanVleet and Brandon Miller are off to slow starts this season. See why Mike Barner isn't scared off.
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Top Early-Season Pickups
20 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his top early-season waiver wire pickups, including Jordan Hawkins, who's thriving in an elevated role for the shorthanded Pelicans.
Fantasy Basketball Trade Tips: Buy, Sell, Hold for Week 2
22 days ago
Mike Barner scopes out early-season trends and advises fantasy basketball managers on some potential trade opportunities.
NBA Waiver Wire: Widely Available Early-Season Adds
27 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite early-season waiver wire adds, including Dyson Daniels, who had an impressive performance in his Pelicans debut and should see more usage in Dejounte Murray's absence.
NBA Fantasy 2024-25: Awards Predictions
37 days ago
Can Victor Wembanyama be your fantasy MVP in 2024-25? Mike Barner gives his fantasy basketball awards predictions.
NBA Fantasy 2024-25: Safest Players to Draft
44 days ago
Mike Barner highlights the safest players in fantasy basketball this season, including Nikola Jokic, whose elite efficiency makes him a no-brainer pick at the beginning of drafts.
Fantasy Basketball: Most Difficult Players to Rank
49 days ago
Mike Barner searches the fantasy basketball landscape looking for the most challenging players to rank. Where should you draft Kawhi Leonard or LaMelo Ball?
NBA Fantasy Basketball: Points League Draft Strategy and Top Targets
69 days ago
Mike Barner provides advice to fantasy managers in points league, including why drafting Domantas Sabonis in the first round is a no-brainer.
Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire: Adds for Final Week of Season
230 days ago
With the final week of the NBA regular season around the corner, Mike Barner hands out a plethora of waiver wire options.
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Top Pickups for Final Weeks, Including Miles McBride, Corey Kispert and Rui Hachimura
237 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite waiver wire adds for the regular season's final weeks, including Corey Kispert, who continues to be a top offensive weapon for the shorthanded Wizards.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Friday, March 29
237 days ago
A couple value big men are mentioned in Friday's Yahoo NBA DFS preview.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Thursday, March 28
238 days ago
Thursday's top NBA DFS options on Yahoo include Giannis Antetokounmpo, who will be tough to fade on a short two-game slate.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Wednesday, March 27
239 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Wednesday's 12-game DFS slate on Yahoo, including DeMar DeRozan, who continues to excel for the injury-depleted Bulls.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Tuesday, March 26
240 days ago
Zion Williamson stepped up in Brandon Ingram's absence Sunday and will need to do so again Tuesday. Mike Barner previews his favorite DFS plays on Yahoo.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Monday, March 25
241 days ago
Domantas Sabonis has plenty of upside against a shorthanded 76ers squad Monday. Mike Barner offers his favorite DFS plays on Yahoo for Monday.
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Postseason Adds, Including Trayce Jackson-Davis, Corey Kispert and Georges Niang
244 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite waiver wire adds for the fantasy playoffs, including Corey Kispert, who continues to see increased usage for the depleted Wizards.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Friday, March 22
244 days ago
A number of injury situations have opened up opportunities on Friday's Yahoo NBA DFS schedule.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Thursday, March 21
245 days ago
Thursday's top NBA DFS options on Yahoo include Luka Doncic in an exploitable matchup against the Jazz.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Wednesday, March 20
246 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Wednesday's eight-game slate, including Desmond Bane, who's played a large role since returning from a lengthy injury absence.
Top Drop Candidates During Fantasy Playoffs, Including Alperen Sengun, Malcolm Brogdon and Bojan Bogdanovic
246 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his top drop candidates during the fantasy playoffs, including Alperen Sengun, who's not expected to play again this season due to a lower-body injury.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Tuesday, March 19
247 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Tuesday's five-game slate, including Jalen Green, who should thrive against the shorthanded Wizards.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Monday, March 18
248 days ago
Naz Reid has had increased playing time recently and has had success against the Jazz recently. Mike Barner previews his favorite DFS plays on Yahoo.
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Top Pickups Ahead of Playoffs, including Dalano Banton, Duncan Robinson and Simone Fontecchio
251 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his top waiver wire adds ahead of the fantasy playoffs, including Simone Fontecchio, who continues to put up consistent production for the Pistons.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Friday, March 15
251 days ago
A couple of Raptors offer promising fantasy projections on Friday's Yahoo NBA slate.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Thursday, March 14
252 days ago
Thursday's top NBA DFS plays on Yahoo include Giannis Antetokounmpo as the Bucks take on the Joel Embiid-less 76ers.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Wednesday, March 13
253 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Wednesday's nine-game slate, including Zion Williamson, who should have an advantage against Cleveland's depleted frontcourt.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Tuesday, March 12
254 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Tuesday's seven-game slate, including Fred VanVleet, who's in line for elevated usage with Alperen Sengun sidelined.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Monday, March 11
255 days ago
After missing the last two games, Victor Wembanyama will return to action Monday and immediately returns to Mike Barner's list of top DFS picks on Yahoo.
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Top Pickups Ahead of Playoffs, including Gary Trent, Simone Fontecchio and Vasilije Micic
258 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite waiver wire adds ahead of the fantasy playoffs, including Gary Trent, who's seen increased offensive usage with Toronto shorthanded.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Friday, March 8
258 days ago
A number of value plays with upside have been provided for Friday's Yahoo DFS slate.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Thursday, March 7
259 days ago
Thursday's top NBA DFS options on Yahoo include Domantas Sabonis, as the Kings host a Spurs squad that will be missing rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama.
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Top Drop Candidates for Stretch Run, including Marcus Smart, Russell Westbrook and Ben Simmons
260 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his top drop candidates ahead of the fantasy basketball playoffs, including Russell Westbrook, whose hand injury likely makes him a non-factor for the stretch run.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Wednesday, March 6
260 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Wednesday's eight-game slate, including John Collins, who should be in store for another hefty workload in Utah's depleted frontcourt.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Tuesday, March 5
261 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his top plays for Tuesday's nine-game slate, including Josh Hart, who continues to excel for the shorthanded Knicks.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Monday, March 4
262 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Monday's six-game slate, including Domantas Sabonis, who continues to flirt with a triple-double on a nightly basis.
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Top Pickups for Stretch Run, Including Andre Drummond and Norman Powell
265 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his top pickups for Week 19, including Andre Drummond, who continues to rebound at an elite rate regardless of his role.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Friday, March 1
265 days ago
A pair of Pelicans lead off Yahoo's Friday DFS preview.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Thursday, February 29
266 days ago
The top NBA DFS picks on Yahoo for Thursday include superstar rookie Victor Wembanyama as the Spurs host the Thunder.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Wednesday, February 28
267 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Tuesday's six-game slate, including Bennedict Mathurin, who's flourished as a starter following the All-Star break.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Tuesday, February 27
268 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite plays for Tuesday's 11-game slate, including Dejounte Murray, who's been elevated to the No. 1 option in Atlanta due to Trae Young's finger injury.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Monday, February 26
269 days ago
Jalen Brunson has been on a tear recently and has a favorable matchup against the Pistons on Monday. Mike Barner previews his favorite DFS plays on Yahoo for Monday's four-game slate.
NBA Fantasy Waiver Wire: Top Targets For Week 18, including Marvin Bagley, Keyonte George and GG Jackson
272 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his top waiver wire targets for Week 18, including Keyonte George, who's played well since taking over the starting point guard duties in Utah.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Friday, February 23
272 days ago
Mike Barner has selected a couple bigger names facing favorable matchups.
NBA DFS Picks: Yahoo Plays and Strategy for Thursday, February 22
273 days ago
Mike Barner checks out Thursday's slate as De'Aaron Fox and the Kings come out of the All-Star break with a home tilt against the Spurs.
NBA Fantasy: Players Trending Up, Players Trending Down
274 days ago
Mike Barner looks at the NBA landscape and identifies fantasy-relevant players trending up or down.
Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire: Top Adds Following All-Star Break, Including Tre Mann, GG Jackson and Grant Williams
279 days ago
Mike Barner highlights his favorite waiver wire adds following the All-Star break, including GG Jackson, who's thriving in an expanded role.