Finding and joining a fantasy basketball site sometimes can be a daunting task because so many options are available and most of the sites look alike. Just because sites look similar does not necessarily mean they measure up in value. Some sites offer free leagues, others paid — and some sites provide only standard league options while others allow you to customize the league to the format you prefer.
Figure out what your league preferences are first before choosing a site.
CBS Sports
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If you are searching for an interactive live chat option then look no further CBS Sports, which offers free live chat among league members so you can trash-talk your opponents during game days! This feature makes the league more interactive for players who are looking for a fun twist on the game.
ESPN Fantasy Basketball
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If you are looking for the most accurate and up-to-date live scoring, then ESPN Fantasy Basketball is the site for you. ESPN offers live scoring tickers from their website while you enjoy the game on your big screen. You can follow your players more closely without having to flip channels during commercials or using the dreaded PIP (picture-in-picture) option on the television.
NBA.com
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If your quest is to be part of the official standard fantasy basketball format, then NBA.com is probably the best choice for you. Since NBA.com is the official site for the National Basketball Association (NBA), there is more in-depth information available on players, stats, game days, and the televised schedule than provided from any other fantasy basketball site.
NBA.com assumes you are a hardcore fan and will not provide cheat sheets, though, so be prepared to take the time to create your own.
Rotoworld, powered by NBC Sports
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If you are searching for a custom league, then Rotoworld is your best bet. The website offers any variation on the game format you can think of. You can choose daily, weekly, and full-season leagues. You also can choose how many players are in each team’s roster as well as how many stat categories you score on. This is the place for leaguers who don’t enjoy the standard format.
Keep in mind this site is NOT free! ($14.99 USD per season pass.)
Yahoo Sports
Source: Yahoo.com
If you are looking for a fantasy basketball website that is packed full of videos and all sorts of visual goodies, then Yahoo Sports is the place to be. Not only is this site the original when it comes to fantasy sports leagues, but Yahoo Sports also offers free leagues, highlights, and instant replays as well as easy-to-navigate league pages.