When are the fantasy basketball playoffs?

The fantasy basketball playoffs typically begin with roughly one month remaining in the NBA season. However, the playoff start date is arbitrary and can be determined by the league commissioner, who takes input from league members.

The reason the fantasy playoffs usually begin with several weeks remaining in the season is two-fold: 1. Time must be allowed for the playoffs to take place before the start of the NBA postseason; 2. Leagues typically prefer that the playoffs finish before the final week of the NBA season to prevent a situation in which teams are resting players or otherwise altering their regular rotation to prepare for the NBA postseason.

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How are fantasy basketball points calculated?

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What are fantasy basketball auction values?

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When is the trade deadline in fantasy basketball?

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What are waivers in fantasy basketball?

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What is UTIL in fantasy basketball?

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What is a buy low in fantasy basketball?

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What is a mock draft in fantasy basketball?

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How do you play fantasy basketball?

RotoWire.com provides a comprehensive guide detailing the process of playing fantasy basketball.

Can you run a fantasy basketball draft offline?

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What is head-to-head fantasy basketball?

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What does usage rate mean in fantasy basketball?

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What is an outlook in fantasy basketball?

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What are some good draft strategies for fantasy basketball?

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Where can I read fantasy basketball articles?

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What is a bust in fantasy basketball?

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What are some good tips for fantasy basketball beginners?

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What is the waiver wire in fantasy basketball?

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What is stashing in fantasy basketball?

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What does a commissioner do in a fantasy basketball league?

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What is the IR spot in fantasy basketball?

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