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October 16, 2025, 7:03 pmLast Updated on October 16, 2025 8:37 pm by André Lemos | Published: October 16, 2025
As we roll into the 2025–26 NBA season, it’s time to do what separates the good fantasy managers from the title contenders: weaponize the schedule. Every year, the NBA calendar hides edges, five-game weeks, sneaky rest traps and those glorious playoff slates that make or break leagues.
This isn’t just about who you draft. It’s about when they play.
Why Schedule Analysis Wins Leagues
Fantasy basketball is a numbers game. Six of the nine standard categories are counting stats. You can’t rack up rebounds, assists, or threes from the bench. More games mean more chances to produce.
So when you’re splitting hairs between two players, say, Jalen Suggs and Deni Avdija, always check the calendar. If one plays four times and the other twice, the “lesser” name might quietly double your production. It’s basic arithmetic and it wins matchups.
The Unicorn: Five-Game Weeks
They’re rare. They’re beautiful. And they can swing an entire week.
Only a handful of teams hit the five-game jackpot in 2025–26:
- Los Angeles Lakers: January 12-18
- Miami Heat: January 19–25
- Philadelphia 76ers: March 9-15
- Phoenix Suns, Washington Wizards: March 16-22
The catch? Load management. Don’t assume Paul George or Joel Embiid are grinding through all five. But for role players, these are plug-and-play goldmines.
Pro Tip: Stream fringe players from these teams the Sunday before those weeks. It’s an easy games played advantage before your opponent even checks waivers.
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From the cliffs of Porto Moniz to the forests of Latvia. With a degree in business and a background in finance, I traded balance sheets for projection models, following a lifelong love of the game. I’ve played it, I’ve lived it and I’ve had the privilege of working inside team front offices at both the club and national level.
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