Mark C
2024-25 NBA Draft Guide: 12-Team, 9-Cat H2H Dynasty Mock Draft
Take a look at a 12-team dynasty mock draft to see how experts played the field!
Read More
Punt Intended: Central Division Dynasty Outlook with Noah Rubin of Rotoworld
Mark C welcomes on Noah Rubin of Rotoworld to preview the Central Division! They first discuss Noah’s team, the Atlanta Hawks, and the usage vacuum that exists when Trae Young is off the court. Then, they shift to the Detroit Pistons and their glut of intriguing dynasty prospects. Mark C and Noah then share some puzzlement on the Chicago Bulls’ rebuild plan before touching base on the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Indiana Pacers.
Read More
Punt Intended: Northwest Division Dynasty Outlook with Mitchell of Angle Fantasy Basketball
Mark C welcomes on Mitchell of Angle Fantasy Basketball to preview the Northwest Division! They first focus on Mitchell’s team, the Golden State Warriors, and how the youth and veterans may compete for playing time. Then, they shift to the Utah Jazz, discussing the youth movement and what we should reasonably expect. Mark C and Mitchell then highlight the Minnesota Timberwolves before ending with some quick notes on the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder.
Read More
Punt Intended: Pacific Division Dynasty Outlook with Andrew of Angle Fantasy Basketball
Mark C welcomes on Andrew of Angle Fantasy Basketball to preview the Pacific Division! They first focus on Andrew’s team, the Los Angeles Lakers, and how their guards may still have room for dynasty production. Then, they shift to the Sacramento Kings, discussing how usage could be shared amongst the numerous offensive options. Mark C and Andrew give brief highlights on the Los Angeles Clippers and Phoenix Suns before concluding with the Portland Trail Blazers and their host of intriguing prospects.
Read More
Punt Intended: Karl-Anthony Towns Traded to the Knicks!
Mark C recaps the Karl-Anthony Towns/Julius Randle trade! He discusses how this drastically changes the Knicks’ core identity and how their rotation suddenly gains much clarity. Then, he moves to the Wolves side. How do new arrivals Randle and Donte DiVincenzo fit into the rotation, and how does this impact Naz Reid, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, and Rob Dillingham?
Read More
Punt Intended: Atlantic Division Dynasty Outlook
Mark C previews the Atlantic Division from a dynasty perspective! He goes in-depth on the rebuilding Brooklyn Nets and what players could emerge during the season. Then, Mark C discusses the new core of the Toronto Raptors and exactly what other pieces surround them. Mark C touches upon the crowded New York Knicks before finishing with a recap of the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics.
Read More
2024-25 NBA Draft Guide: The Ultimate Dynasty Strategy Handbook
Mark C lays out his strategy and processes when approaching dynasty leagues.
Read More
Punt Intended: Mailbag Episode!
Mark C answers some questions from the SportsEthos discord! He first tackles how we can actually evaluate “upside” in fantasy. Then, he discusses a variety of questions on the recent draft class. He moves to a simple ranking of Amen Thompson, Josh Giddey, and Naz Reid. Finally, Mark C finishes with some strategy talk on how to approach league of varying sizes.
Read More
Punt Intended: Ownership Bias and Process-Based Analysis
Mark C continues to examine various biases that affect us dynasty managers. First, he looks at ownership bias and why this could prevent us from making favorable moves for our rosters. Then, Mark C rants on the flaws of results-based analysis and instead argues for dynasty managers to focus on processes instead.
Read More
2024-25 NBA Draft Guide: The Value of First-Round Picks – Updated!
Mark C dives back into the research lab to provide the value of first-round picks for dynasty!
Read More
Punt Intended: How Redraft Affects Dynasty; How to Rate Prospects and Fantasy Output with Steve “Dr. A” Alexander
Mark C welcomes on Steve “Dr. A” Alexander on this episode. They first discuss early season redraft data and how that can inform dynasty managers’ decisions. Then they transition to rebuilding teams in the NBA and the unreliable fantasy output of younger players forced into larger roles. Lastly, they finish with a discussion on how to treat offseason reporting and how to use the eye test and stats to fully evaluate players.
Read More
Punt Intended: Counteracting Biases in Dynasty
Mark C brings up some common biases in dynasty basketball and how we can deal with them. First, he discusses anchoring bias in regards to prospects and how reviewing newer data can allow us to not be led astray. Then, he delves into recency and confirmation bias and ensures that we look at the larger body of work to evaluate players properly.
Read More
2024-25 NBA Draft Guide: Offseason Dynasty Buys and Sells
Mark C dives into dynasty buy and sell candidates from the 2024 offseason, complete with some deep data dives and research!
Read More
Punt Intended: Positional Value and Statistical Scarcity
Mark C touches upon why positions have some importance in the dynasty fantasy basketball landscape. He then delves into why centers tend to be the most troublesome spot for dynasty rosters. Next, Mark C discusses where we can find specific categories throughout the dynasty tiers and why trying to add certain stats may involve larger changes to our squads than intended.
Read More
Mark C’s Dynasty Rankings – August 2024
Mark cooks up the hottest and freshest batch of dynasty rankings as we roll towards the 2024-25 season!
Read More