Fantasy Basketball: Top tips for adding waiver wire pickups in points leagues

Fantasy football draft trends for 2025 may see running backs returning to the first round due to their strong performance in the previous season, potentially overshadowing wide receivers. Quarterbacks could fall to the fourth or fifth rounds as historical data shows that investing heavily in this position may not be necessary. Additionally, the rise of rookie tight ends like Sam LaPorta and Brock Bowers in recent years may lead to one or more rookies being...

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories, from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech. Your donation helps fund journalism that digs into the facts and provides insight from all perspectives. In sports news, Andy Farrell is set to confirm key staff appointments for the British and Irish Lions tour to Australia, including Aled Walters and David Nucifora. Additional coaching group members will be announced in the coming months. Full Article

Ohm Youngmisuk, an experienced journalist who has covered various sports teams including the Giants, Jets, and the NBA, reported on Draymond Green's recent apology for punching former teammate Jordan Poole over two years ago, which caused tension within the Warriors' locker room. Green expressed regret for his actions and emphasized the need to move on from the incident. The altercation occurred during a preseason practice in 2022, leading to Green's public apology, a fine from...

Dan Quinn, head coach of the Washington Commanders, is focused on delegating responsibilities and establishing a winning culture. He has learned to adapt his coaching style and make informed decisions in order to lead the team to success. Quinn has surrounded himself with a diverse coaching staff to develop players, including first-round rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. By seeking advice from experienced coaches like Kliff Kingsbury and Anthony Lynn, Quinn aims to strike a balance in...

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories, from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, providing unbiased reporting accessible to all. Madison Keys defeated Iga Swiatek in a thrilling Australian Open semi-final, showcasing exceptional skill and determination before securing a spot in the final against Aryna Sabalenka. Swiatek fought back with grit in a tense match, leading to a dramatic tiebreaker that ultimately saw Keys emerge victorious. Full Article

Jake Michaels is a Melbourne-based sports writer for ESPN since 2013, covering various sports globally, including tennis, basketball, boxing, and Formula One. The Australian Open semifinals feature defending champion Jannik Sinner, who is in top form and aiming to continue his dominant run, and Alexander Zverev, a runner-up at previous Grand Slam events, showing strong serving skills. Both players are looking to secure their first Australian Open title, with Sinner as the favorite against Zverev...