Tuesday's ELITE Fantasy Basketball Streamers

Locked On Fantasy Basketball – Daily NBA Fantasy Basketball Podcast21mApril 6, 2026

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In this episode of the Locked On Fantasy Basketball Podcast, hosts Josh Lloyd and Michael Bolton dive into the 10 NBA games scheduled for Tuesday, April 6, 2026, offering detailed injury updates, lineup projections, and streaming recommendations for fantasy managers. The discussion highlights chaotic rosters across several teams—particularly the Bulls, Wizards, Nets, and Jazz—where multiple key players are out or questionable, creating opportunities for bench players to shine. The hosts emphasize the importance of monitoring back-to-back scenarios involving six teams, including the Mavericks, Clippers, Bucks, Wolves, Thunder, and Suns, and spotlight players like Usman Jeng, Devin Carter, Bones Highland, and Leonard Miller as top streaming targets across points, category, and ESPN leagues. They also critique front office decisions, notably the Chicago Bulls’ firing of their GM and executive team amid a fourth consecutive playoff miss, calling the move short-sighted and indicative of deeper organizational dysfunction. The episode wraps with sponsor plugs for GameTime, Indeed, and Wayfair, promoting ticket access, hiring tools, and home sales during Wayday.

Key Takeaways
1

Monitor injury reports closely—especially for the Bulls, Wizards, Nets, and Jazz—where multiple key players are out or questionable, creating streaming goldmines.

2

Prioritize players from back-to-back games (Mavs, Clippers, Bucks, Wolves, Thunder, Suns) where rest risks and roster churn increase value for bench players.

3

Usman Jeng, Devin Carter, Bones Highland, and Leonard Miller are top streaming picks across multiple categories and formats.

4

The Chicago Bulls' front office firing is criticized as a symptom of poor long-term planning, not a solution to a systemic failure.

5

Use the GameTime app with code LOCKEDON for $20 off first purchase to secure NBA tickets quickly and transparently.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Intro & Sponsorship: ADT, Everydayer Club, GameTime

The episode opens with promotional segments for ADT security, the Everydayer Club (ad-free fantasy podcast access), and GameTime (NBA ticket app). The hosts introduce the day’s focus: 10 NBA games and fantasy streaming strategies.

2:00
3 min

Game Breakdown: Chicago, Washington, Minnesota, Indiana

Detailed injury updates for the Bulls and Wizards highlight multiple absences (e.g., Anthony Davis, Trae Young, Matis Bozellas, Josh Giddy). The Timberwolves and Pacers also face major absences, with Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, and key role players ruled out.

5:00
4 min

Brooklyn vs. Milwaukee: Chaos & Strategy

The Nets and Bucks game is flagged for potential nonsense due to both teams possibly resting stars. Giannis, Kuzma, and others are out for Milwaukee; the Nets are expected to lean on role players like Chaney Johnson and EJ Liddell.

9:00
3 min

Heat vs. Raptors & Hornets vs. Celtics: Relative Clarity

The Heat-Raptors game features Emmanuel Quigley upgraded to questionable, impacting center depth. The Hornets-Celtics matchup has no injuries, making it one of the most predictable games of the night.

12:00
4 min

Jazz vs. Pelicans & Kings vs. Warriors: Strategic Resting

The Jazz are expected to rest Dejounte Murray and Trey Murphy to protect Jeremiah Fears. The Warriors are without Al Horford and Klay Thompson, opening opportunities for Charlie Bassi and Steph Curry (probable).

High-Impact Quotes
They should have been fired. They've been absolutely dreadful for the entire time they've been there.
Josh Lloyd16:29
Viral: 88.0
Why is the organizational priority in Washington? Hey, let's feed Will Riley all of the usage.
Josh Lloyd14:44
Viral: 82.0
In fact, I'm very okay dropping DeMar DeRozan. I think his minutes are going to be pretty low.
Josh Lloyd9:10
Viral: 78.0
Speakers

Hosts

Josh LloydMichael Bolton
Topics Discussed
NBA Injury Reports95%Fantasy Basketball Streaming92%Back-to-Back Games Strategy88%Team Roster Management85%Front Office Decision Making80%Fantasy League Formats75%NBA Playoff Implications70%Sponsorship & Promotions60%
People & Brands

Josh Lloyd

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Chicago Bulls

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Michael Bolton

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Washington Wizards

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Milwaukee Bucks

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Brooklyn Nets

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6xNegative

Sacramento Kings

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5xNeutral

Utah Jazz

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5xNegative

Miami Heat

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Toronto Raptors

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