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Raphielle Johnson has been with NBC Sports in some capacity since 2013, beginning as a college basketball writer before transitioning to fantasy basketball. A longtime supporter of AC Milan, he can be followed on Threads and X at @raphiellej.

NBA: Atlanta Hawks at Memphis Grizzlies
Ja Morant, Norman Powell and other offseason moves affecting fantasy basketball in 2026-27
Between trades and players deciding to stay put, there has not been as much star power in this summer’s free agency window.
NBA: Washington Wizards-Press Conference
AJ Dybantsa, Darius Acuff Jr. among the rookies to watch this summer
Summer League play begins this weekend in California and Utah before the entire NBA meets in Las Vegas next week.
NBA: Playoffs-Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics
Fantasy Fallout: Celtics reportedly trade Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia for Paul George, picks
After their failed attempt to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, it was clear that the Celtics believed they needed to move on from Brown.
NBA: Playoffs-Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Clippers
Fantasy Fallout: Kawhi Leonard reportedly returns to Toronto and Brandon Ingram heads west
Ingram’s fantasy value may receive a boost with the move to the Clippers, but the injury history remains a concern.
NCAA Basketball: NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen-East Regional-St. Johns at Duke
Isaiah Evans, Otega Oweh among second-rounders who could be fantasy-relevant
Second-rounders usually face a tougher fight for rotation minutes, but in recent seasons, some have managed to achieve fantasy relevance.
NBA: Playoffs-Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic
Fantasy Fallout: Timberwolves acquire LaMelo Ball, send Naz Reid to Charlotte
Hours after it was reported that teams were trying to acquire Ball, the Timberwolves pulled it off.
NCAA Basketball: Texas Tech at Brigham Young
NBA Mock Draft, Volume 4: AJ Dybantsa remains Wizards’ pick; Bucks add Yaxel Lendeborg after Giannis trade
The first five picks remain unchanged in NBC Sports’ final mock before Tuesday night’s first round.
NBA: Brooklyn Nets at Milwaukee Bucks
Fantasy Fallout: Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly traded to Miami
The rumored blockbuster trade will have a significant impact on fantasy basketball.
Syndication: The Indianapolis Star
NBA Mock Draft 2026: Who do the Clippers take at No. 5?
Tuesday’s first round may not truly kick off until the Clippers are on the clock?
NCAA Basketball: NCAA Tournament First Round-Texas at Brigham Young
2026 NBA Draft Big Board: AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson lead the way
The quartet of Dybantsa, Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson has separated itself from the pack.
2026 NBA Finals - Game Five
Knicks end 53-year title drought behind masterpiece by Jalen Brunson
The New York Knicks rallied once again thanks to a 45-point performance from Jalen Brunson to beat the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5, winning the team’s first title since 1973.
2026 NBA Finals - San Antonio Spurs v New York Knicks
Victor Wembanyama avoids flagrant foul for Game 3 shove
The Spurs center was not called for a common foul after shoving Jalen Brunson during Game 3.
2025 NBA Playoffs- New York Knicks v Detroit Pistons - Game Three
NBA Finals triumph would place ‘Nova Knicks’ on an esteemed list
With four more wins, the “Nova Knicks” will look to become the fifth set of teammates who have won NCAA and NBA titles together
NBA: San Antonio Spurs at New York Knicks
New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs NBA Finals preview: Can Wembanyama slow Knicks roll?
There is more to this series than how Victor Wembanyama impacts both ends of the court. But that’s also a huge factor.
San Antonio Spurs v Oklahoma City Thunder - Game One
What’s next for Victor Wembanyama after historic Game 1 performance?
The Spurs sensation stole the show on the night that Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander received his Most Valuable Player trophy.
NBA: Draft Lottery
2026 NBA Mock Draft, Vol. 2: AJ Dybantsa remains in the top spot
NBC Sports’ Kurt Helin and Raphielle Johnson release their second mock draft, with some changes influenced by last week’s combine in Chicago.
San Antonio Spurs v Oklahoma City Thunder
San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder series preview, predictions: Can Wembanyama slow Thunder?
This is the Western Conference Finals we all wanted to see, the two best teams during the NBA’s regular season.
NCAA Basketball: NCAA Tournament First Round-Texas at Brigham Young
2026 NBA Mock Draft, Vol. 1: Wizards land AJ Dybantsa with first overall pick
Raphielle Johnson and Kurt Helin reveal their first mock draft on the heels of Sunday’s NBA Draft lottery.
NBA: Playoffs-Minnesota Timberwolves at San Antonio Spurs
2026-27 Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft: Wembanyama, Jokić kick off our extremely early mock
Take an early look at a 10-team, eight-cat mock draft for the 2026-27 NBA season.
NBA: Playoffs-Portland Trail Blazers at San Antonio Spurs
Fantasy Basketball Stock Up, Stock Down: Wemby flourishes while Jokić takes a hit
A look at the fantasy “stocks” of some players as the first round of the playoffs concludes.
NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers at Los Angeles Lakers
Fantasy Basketball: Luka Dončić, James Harden among preseason rankings ‘hits’
While some made good on high expectations, others justified the preseason skepticism.
NBA: Washington Wizards at Los Angeles Lakers
Fantasy Basketball: Anthony Davis, Giannis among preseason rankings ‘misses’
A look back at some of the players whose placement in our 2025-26 preseason Top-200 rankings missed the mark.
NBA: Utah Jazz at Los Angeles Lakers
2026 NBA free agents: LeBron James, Jalen Duren among notable names to watch for fantasy basketball
In addition to actual free agents, some player option situations will significantly affect fantasy basketball this summer.
NBA: Milwaukee Bucks at Detroit Pistons
Ryan Rollins, Saddiq Bey highlight the top fantasy basketball pickups
Rollins, Bey and Nickeil Alexander-Walker are among the in-season pickups who offered unexpected fantasy value in 2025-26.
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