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Fantasy Basketball Glossary: Decoding the Language of the Game

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Venturing into fantasy basketball? Get ready to encounter a unique language that adds flavor to the game. Here's a quick glossary to help you get started:


Draft Day:

The pivotal day where you select your players, setting the stage for the season.

Waiver Wire:

A pool of free agents available for pickup, offering opportunities to tweak your roster

Streaming:

Strategically adding players for short-term gains based on weekly matchups.

Sleeper:

An underestimated player likely to exceed expectations, offering a competitive edge.

Bust:

A player failing to live up to draft expectations, to be avoided for successful management.

Injury Reserve (IR):

A special roster spot for sidelined players, enabling replacements without dropping key assets.

Points Per Game (PPG):

A player's average scoring, crucial for assessing offensive contributions.

Double-Double & Triple-Double:

Achievements where players hit double digits in two or three categories, enhancing fantasy value.

Head to Head:

A fantasy format where teams compete against each other weekly, with the highest scoring team claiming victory.

Mastering these terms will enrich your fantasy basketball experience, helping you thrive in Bean League's competitive environment. Join Bean League and become part of a community that’s passionate, competitive, and always ready for the next challenge. Dive in today!


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