Jim McCormick

2 months ago | espn.co.uk | Andre Snellings |Jim McCormick

Jimmy Butler's absence from the Miami Heat lineup has sent shockwaves through the team, both on the court and in the fantasy basketball world. Suspended three times in January, Butler's future with the franchise is in serious doubt. With the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline rapidly approaching, there's speculation that Miami could move on from its star forward, and even if he isn't dealt, it's possible he has played his last game in a Heat uniform.

Jan 24, 2025 | espn.co.uk | Andre Snellings |Steve Alexander |Eric Karabell |Jim McCormick

The Jimmy Butler saga has been playing out in front of our eyes in shocking fashion. It wasn't that long ago he was "Himmy Butler" while carrying the Miami Heat to the kind of playoff success no one outside of their locker room could have predicted, including two trips to the NBA Finals. Now, the Heat have suspended Butler for the second time in three weeks and it's not clear whether he will ever play another game in a Heat jersey. So what does the Butler saga mean for your fantasy basketball team?

Jan 24, 2025 | espn.co.uk | Steve Alexander |Andre Snellings |Eric Karabell |Jim McCormick

Welcome to this week's roundup of the biggest risers and fallers in fantasy basketball! As the season unfolds, player performances continue to shake up the rankings and impact fantasy rosters. Whether it's a breakout star making waves or a struggling veteran losing ground, staying ahead of the trends is crucial for your fantasy success. In this weekly breakdown, we'll highlight the top performers climbing the charts and those whose value is slipping, helping you make smarter lineup decisions.

Jan 24, 2025 | espn.co.uk | Andre Snellings |Eric Karabell |Jim McCormick |Tim Bontemps

As we reach the halfway point in the season, let's take a snapshot of a handful of players who have risen up the fantasy rankings the most since the season began, as well as another group that has moved in the opposite direction. Many of the biggest value drops this season have come either from rookies who haven't gotten as much playing time as expected or players that suffered a major injury that will keep them out for the majority of the season.

Dec 9, 2024 | espn.co.uk | Jim McCormick

Working the waiver wire is pivotal to succeeding in fantasy basketball. With so many games, injuries and endless shifts in rotations throughout the marathon campaign, we'll need to source stats from free agency to maximize our imaginary rosters. A willingness to entertain competition for the final few spots on your fantasy hoops roster can prove rewarding.