Fantasy Basketball

Type: Concept

As of November 2026, Fantasy Basketball has been mentioned in one podcast episode on The Bill Simmons Podcast NBA (Oct 2017). In the episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast, the hosts discuss their experiences and opinions on fantasy basketball, making it a core topic of conversation. They express mixed feelings, with one stating that "the fantasy podcast was a bit of a disaster," while another humorously claims they will become "your basket fantasy basketball team's number one fan.

Fantasy basketball is a game in which the participants serve as owners and general managers of virtual professional basketball teams. The competitors select their rosters by participating in a draft in which all relevant National Basketball Association (NBA) players are available. Fantasy points are awarded in weekly matchups based on the actual performances of basketball players in real-world competition. The game typically involves the NBA, but can also involve other leagues, such as the Women