Winning your fantasy basketball league is about more than just who you pick; it is about knowing who to avoid. Bryan Joiner and Ben Clarke break down their official Do Not Draft list for the upcoming 2026 fantasy basketball season to help you avoid the pitfalls of high average draft position players who might not perform as hoped for.

In this episode of the Full Court Press Podcast, we dive deep into the players whose current average draft position simply does not match their projected value. We cover everything from injury-prone stars like Anthony Davis to high-volume scorers like Anthony Edwards who might not provide the category depth you need. Whether it is concerns about new team dynamics or historical efficiency issues, we are giving you the red flags you need to watch out for before you click that draft button.

We also check in on preseason standouts like Kel'el Ware and Cam Boozer and discuss why certain rookies might be safer bets in the later rounds. From the Knicks depth chart to the changing landscape in Charlotte, we analyze the situations that could make or break your fantasy season. We debate the value of players like Jalen Williams and Bam Adebayo, offering insights into why their high draft costs might be too risky for your roster construction.

Chapters

0:00 Welcome to the Full Court Press Podcast

3:15 Preseason Reactions and Stat Lines

7:40 Rookie Watch: Kel'el Ware and Cam Boozer

12:10 Explaining the Do Not Draft List Criteria

15:30 Number 10: Damian Lillard and Injury History

19:45 Number 9: Keyonte George and Volume Concerns

24:20 Number 8: Zion Williamson and Defensive Stats

29:10 Number 7: Mikal Bridges and the Knicks Rotation

34:30 Number 6: Kon Knueppel and Team Changes

39:50 Number 5: Jalen Williams Debate

45:15 Number 4: Bam Adebayo and Team Fit

50:40 Number 3: LaMelo Ball Efficiency and Turnovers

55:55 Number 2: Anthony Davis and Availability Risks

1:00:20 Number 1: Anthony Edwards First Round Value

1:02:45 Honorable Mentions: Norman Powell and Reed Sheppard

1:03:50 The Yellow Caution List and Final Sleepers

1:04:37 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up

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