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About
You heard right! Dan Besbris is BACK with his BRAND NEW fantasy basketball podcast and the flagship show of the ALSO brand new Old Man Squad Sports Network! What is it, you ask? It's the appropriately named Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball Podcast, of course! This daily full season fantasy basketball show breaks down every angle. Who are the draft day sleepers? Who are the best pickups? Who can you stash, and how should you bob and weave your way to another fantasy hoops title? Dan prides himself on never missing a show and taking a patient, analytical approach to fantasy basketball. But more than anything, Dan loves to roster old players who always perform. Come grab a seat in your coziest lounge chair, pop an earbud in, and join Dan year after year on this nerdy journey we love so much.
Episodes
- Jamal Murray League Winner! | Who Will the Jazz Start? | Utah-Denver Fantasy Deep Dive
This episode discusses Jamal Murray's fantasy basketball performance, noting he was a strong third-round pick despite the inconsistent play of his Denver Nuggets teammates. It also covers the fantasy potential of Utah Jazz players and spec…
- (GUEST SHOW) Will Slambeer: WNBA Fantasy Industry League REAL Draft Results
Will Slambeer and Yuri Ono are guests on Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball. They join hosts Scott Keller and Steve St-Pierre to discuss the WNBA Fantasy Industry League Draft results. Other participating experts included Eric Nemchock, Noah…
- Yahoo Pre-Ranks! 6th Round Disasters, but an OG to Save Us All
The Old Man Squad discusses fantasy basketball insights, focusing on Yahoo pre-ranks and players from the 6th round, such as injured players, underperforming guards, and OG Anunoby. They analyze what they learned from this group of players.
- Yahoo Preseason 5th Rounders: Wait on Risk a Little Longer
The Old Man Squad podcast episode focuses on Yahoo's preseason 5th round fantasy basketball picks, suggesting a strategy of avoiding injured or tanking players in favor of reliable options. They also mention their new, unsupported Patreon.
- Breaking Down Our Hits and Misses, Booms and Busts from the 3rd and 4th Rounds!
The Old Man Squad reviews polarizing fantasy basketball draft picks from the 3rd and 4th rounds, analyzing whether they faded or backed the right players. They also mention their new Patreon and provide links to their social media, website…
- The TOP 30! How Did Our Buckets and Rankings Perform?
Dan reviews the top 30 preseason fantasy basketball rankings from Old Man Squad, analyzing player performance to identify successes and failures. The episode aims to provide insights for improving fantasy basketball strategy.
- How Good Can Ayo Be? | Is Jalen Williams Now a Dud? | Wolves/Thunder Fantasy
The Old Man Squad discusses fantasy basketball value from the Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder, specifically looking at players like Ayo Dosunmu and Jalen Williams. They also address team outlooks and potential player chang…
- Sixers Dominate Game Seven over Celtics - is Boston in Long Term Trouble?
The Old Man Squad reviews the Philadelphia 76ers' Game 7 victory over the Boston Celtics. They discuss the 76ers' upcoming series against the Knicks and analyze the Western Conference Semifinals.
- (GUEST SHOW) Will Slambeer: Key Strategy for WNBA Fantasy Draft Prep | Season Long and Dynasty | with Jay Arr!
Scott Keller hosts Jay Arr to discuss strategies for the upcoming WNBA fantasy basketball season, covering both season-long and dynasty formats. The episode focuses on draft preparation and key picks.
- Lakers Prevail! | THREE Game Sevens Out East - Is This the Best or What?
This episode discusses the ongoing NBA playoffs, highlighting three game sevens. The hosts also announce the launch of their Patreon page, emphasizing it's a way to support their work.
- Devin Booker STUNK | Donovan Clingan CRUSHED | Suns & Blazers Fantasy Results
This episode reviews the fantasy basketball performance of the Phoenix Suns and Blazers, noting the Suns' inconsistent offense and the Blazers' crowded roster. Donovan Clingan's strong performance is highlighted.
- You DON'T Need a Perfect Draft to Win!
This episode of Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball reveals that a perfect draft isn't necessary to win your league. The host emphasizes avoiding early pick mistakes and shares insights from a league won despite an average draft.
- Winner! Tips and Tricks from an Easy 1st Place Finish
The Old Man Squad discusses winning fantasy basketball, suggesting that drafting players you like without overcomplicating the process can lead to success. They also mention the launch of their Patreon page.
- For the Love of All Things, Do NOT Draft Injured Players
Host Dan expresses deep annoyance with himself for drafting injured players in his fantasy basketball league, admitting he went against his own sacred principles. He rants about his poor decisions, even though he managed to win a small amo…
- The Preseason 4th Round! Reaves, Kawhi and Other Upside Shots All in this Window!
The Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball podcast discusses the preseason 4th round, focusing on potential upside picks such as Kawhi Leonard, Jimmy Butler, and Austin Reaves, as well as safer options like Desmond Bane. They review a notable dr…
- Playoff Check-in! Lakers Surprise, Orlando Competent Again, Wolves Injury Disaster
The Old Man Squad podcast discusses the initial week of the NBA playoffs, noting series leads for the Lakers, Thunder, and Wolves, and the Orlando Magic's attempt at an upset.
- (GUEST SHOW) Will Slambeer: "My Targets", Sleepers and Busts!
Scott Keller and Steve St-Pierre share Will SlamBeer's personal targets, sleepers, and busts for the 2026 Fantasy Basketball season. They also offer tips and tricks for optimizing league settings.
- The Preseason 3rd Round! Who boomed? Who busted? How many did we get?
The Old Man Squad podcast reviews their third-round fantasy basketball draft picks, evaluating players such as Jaylen Brown, Chet Holmgren, and JJJ to determine who exceeded or fell short of expectations. The hosts also reflect on the accu…
- Could Sabonis Bounce Back? Will Steph or Butler Make it Through a Season Again? Warriors & Kings Fantasy Time!
This episode of Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball covers Domantas Sabonis' potential comeback and the injury history of Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler. It also explores the fantasy basketball prospects for the Warriors and Kings.
- Kawhi... Most Impactful Fantasy Pick This Year? | Lakers Big Three | 2-Team Reviews Begin
This episode of Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball discusses Kawhi Leonard's fantasy impact, questioning if he was the most impactful pick. It also reviews the Lakers' big three and evaluates team cores for potential trades.
- Don't Draft Bored! Key Lessons from a 2nd Place Finish!
The Old Man Squad podcast episode 'Don't Draft Bored!' shares valuable fantasy basketball drafting lessons learned from a second-place finish. Host Dan Besbris discusses how a questionable 4th-round pick impacted the team and advises liste…
- Another Winning Team! How Did We Snag 1st in this $100 League?
The Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball podcast reviews a $100 league victory, sharing insights on games cap strategy, risk assessment, and filling categories when players are injured. They also mention their new Patreon and provide links to…
- Lakers Steal One! Playoffs Day One Review Because Talking Hoops is Fun!
Dan reviews day one of the NBA playoffs, noting the Lakers secured a win. He encourages listeners to engage with the show's content, mentioning the newly established, purely supportive Patreon.
- The Playoffs Begin! Dan's Round One Preview Show Just for Fun
The Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball podcast begins its playoff coverage with Dan Besbris previewing the first round of the NBA playoffs. The episode also promotes the show's Patreon page and provides various social media and resource link…
- The Preseason Second Round! | New Superstars, Weird Punts & Some Old Fantasy Reliables
The Old Man Squad podcast reviews the preseason second round of fantasy basketball, noting the emergence of new stars and evaluating player reliability for the next season. They also mention their new Patreon page.
- (GUEST SHOW) Will Slambeer: WNBA Free Agency, Trades and the Draft! | 2026 WNBA Fantasy Season Prep CONTINUES!
Scott Keller and Steve St-Pierre, with guest Will Slambeer, discuss WNBA free agency, trades, and draft selections. They continue their preparation for the 2026 fantasy basketball season.
- The Preseason Top-12! Booms, Busts and Predictions for Next Fantasy Year
This episode reviews the preseason top-12 fantasy basketball players, evaluating their performance and making predictions for the upcoming fantasy year. Hosts discuss notable players like Nikola Jokic and Wemby, while also considering the…
- Too Much Risk! | Breaking Down Dan's Disaster of a Head-to-Head 11-Cat Roster
The Old Man Squad podcast analyzes Dan's poorly constructed 11-category head-to-head fantasy basketball roster. Despite reaching the semi-finals, the path was filled with issues that require correction.
- Draft an Identity! | Analyzing Dan's Championship Head-to-Head Team, Both Good and Bad
This episode analyzes Dan's championship fantasy basketball team, examining the draft, mid-season strategies, and streaming choices that led to his victory. The hosts discuss both successful and unsuccessful decisions made throughout the s…
- And In The End... 2025-26 Season Wrap Show! | Into Offseason Mode Goes the Podcast
Dan discusses the end of the 2025-26 fantasy basketball season, reviewing his Yahoo cash leagues and the Play-In Tournament. He outlines plans for the offseason to improve fantasy hoops strategies.
- Every Injury and NEW STREAMER ADD for the Season's Final Day! | Chaos Mode Engage
This episode of Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball focuses on the final day of the NBA season, with approximately 30% of players out due to injury. Host Dan reviews the injury report for all 30 teams, highlighting players who are expected to…
- Nets Finally Tanking the Fun Way! Murray-Boyles, Huff Throw Perfectos | Thursday Recap
The Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball podcast recaps a week where the Brooklyn Nets tanked, and players like Murray-Boyles and Huff achieved perfect performances. The hosts discuss potential fantasy basketball pickups and season-end strateg…
- LIVE SHOW Segment 2: Dan and Kingy Hit Future Ranks, New Tank Teams, Dan's Family
In Segment 2 of Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball, hosts Dan and Kingy analyze upcoming player rankings, identify potential new tank teams, and discuss notable players to drop. Dan's children make a final appearance for the regular season.
- Hey Hey Cade's Back! | Playoff Seeding Means MORE Rest Days?! | Wednesday Review
Cade Cunningham has returned from injury, but playoff seeding is causing teams to rest players. The Old Man Squad discusses potential backup player additions for the final three game days of the fantasy basketball season.
- 17 Absolute Best of the Best Backups Posting HUGE Fantasy Lines Down the Stretch
Dan identifies 17 key backup players to add for fantasy basketball rosters, focusing on those stepping into larger roles due to injuries. The list includes players like Ayo Dosunmu, Brice Sensabaugh, and Tre Jones, along with four addition…
- LIVE SHOW Segment 1: Dan and Kingy Talk Streamers, Top Options the Last Few Days, and End of Season
In this segment, Dan and Kingy analyze the best fantasy basketball options for the last four days of the season, discuss any new emerging players, and identify players who can be dropped. They also promote the Old Man Squad Patreon.
- Julian Reese Arrival! Pelicans Youth Movement At Last | Tuesday Review
This episode reviews Julian Reese's rebounding ability and discusses the Pelicans' youth movement, featuring players like Fears, Queen, and Poole. The hosts anticipate potential monster fantasy lines in the final week of the season.
- My Top 9 League-Winning, Game-Changing Fantasy Stories, Targets and Teams!
This is the final BIGGEST STORIES episode of the season, covering nine major fantasy basketball topics from Steph Curry to Lakers injuries. The podcast also promotes its new Patreon page and provides various social media and resource links.
- Backup Centers Ready to Fantasy JAM! Is it Goga, BBall Paul Time? What of Thybulle?
This fantasy basketball episode discusses backup centers who may surge in value, including potential impacts from Jalen Duren's rest, Victor Wembanyama's injury, and Wendell Carter Jr.'s status.
- More than THIRTY Silly Season Whoppers for the Final Fantasy Week
The final silly season board for fantasy basketball is presented, packed with players as tanking teams reduce rotations. The Old Man Squad now has a Patreon for support.
- Incredible ADDS from Tanking Teams FINALLY Surface! | Deep Diving the Worst Squads
This episode of Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball identifies fantasy basketball waiver wire targets from teams that have stopped tanking. Players from teams like the Wizards and Kings are now seeing increased minutes, making them potential…
- On Fire Fantasy: Best Week 24 Fantasy Basketball Streamers to Win Your Championship
In this episode, Jacob Dunne of On Fire Fantasy identifies the best Week 24 fantasy basketball streamers ranked 1-10. The discussion covers strategies for navigating late-season volatility, prioritizing opportunity over schedule, and selec…
- How to Win Your Playoff Head-to-Head or Roto League! Adds, Drops; Best/Worst Schedule | Strategy
This episode discusses strategies for winning fantasy basketball playoffs in head-to-head or roto leagues, covering adds, drops, schedule analysis, and category hunting.
- 10 Players Everyone is Adding in Fantasy Basketball Penultimate Week!
This episode discusses ten fantasy basketball players who are currently popular targets for roster additions during the penultimate week of the season. The hosts analyze the potential value of players like Ousmane Dieng, Kobe Brown, and ot…
- Flagg Makes Rookie of the Year Case with 50! SIX out of NINE Blowouts?! Save Me
In this episode, the host discusses Cooper Flagg's 51-point performance and the prevalence of blowout games in recent fantasy basketball action. They also look for potential player additions and provide updates on the show's Patreon.
- Luka Doncic OH NO! | Are There Adds in Laker Land? Thursday Review
The Old Man Squad reviews Thursday's fantasy basketball news, focusing on Luka Doncic's injury and updates from the Lakers' training room, while discussing potential adds for the season's final stretch.
- Quickley, Fox, Wagner, Filipowski! Add, Drop or Hold the most polarizing names in fantasy!?
This is the final fantasy basketball Add, Drop, or Hold episode of the season, covering polarizing players including Quickley, Fox, and Wagner. The hosts also discuss Jay Huff, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Quentin Grimes, Kyle Filipowski, Jul…
- Jazz and Bucks Playing Guys 40-Plus Minutes?! | Fantasy Recap Show
The Old Man Squad Fantasy Basketball recap show discusses the Jazz and Bucks playing select players over 40 minutes. It explores whether fantasy managers can afford to make adds based on this strategy and introduces the new Old Man Squad P…
- 7 Highest-Impact Winning Storylines, Fantasy Targets and Teams!
This fantasy basketball episode covers impactful storylines and targets including Tari Eason, Collin Gillespie, Gary Trent, Toumani Camara, Brook Lopez, Collin Sexton, Jaden Ivey, and Steph Curry, offering advice for the final week of the…
- Tari Eason is BACK to Being Must-Roster | Tuesday Results, Key Moves | Besbris Returns to the Pod
With Dan Besbris back, the Old Man Squad discusses the Rockets pivoting back to Tari Eason in the starting lineup, making him a must-roster fantasy basketball player for the final stretch of the season.