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In Round 4 of the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge, all eyes are on Ergin Ataman as he leads Panathinaikos against Real Madrid. With his strategic expertise and history of success, Ataman becomes a key focus for fantasy players looking to optimize their rosters. Explore the best captain choices, roster picks, and expert tips to gain an edge in this exciting EuroLeague fantasy round.

Time to get rid of the MVP? Sasha Vezenkov DEBATE

With world traveler Javier Gancedo slowly getting closer to Euroleague Basketball headquarters, he and EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast co-host Frankie Sachs sat down to prepare for one of the trickier rounds of the regular season. Episode 26 of the podcast looks ahead to Round 29 of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague season and tries to examine all the potential pitfalls.

Which of this season’s star guards should you – and should you not – have this week? Who are the best players in the cheapest price ranges? What players should you avoid? And what are Javi and Frankie doing? The answers to all these questions will be answered, plus more! Join the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge community and get the best advice on the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast.

Round 27 was a strong one for the co-hosts of the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast. Can Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs keep it up this week? Despite Gancedo being on the other side of the Atlantic, they bring you Episode No. 25 of the podcast!

What can you expect to hear this week aside from which players they consider must adds? How about players to avoid, thoughts on Aleksa Avramovic’s monster night, takes on the returns of Nando De Colo and Ricky Rubio, and much, much more. Join the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge community and get the best advice on the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast.

With the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague returning after a two-week hiatus and the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge allowing unlimited trades ahead of Round 27, this week’s EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast arrives just in time! Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs share their rebuilt teams and discuss the must-own players and the must-see games in Round 27.

See which players both chose (there weren’t many!), hear which players they both chose to avoid (for now) and their take on coaches, too.

With no games in the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague this week, it was a perfect time to welcome an old friend to the Fantasy Challenge Podcast. Reigning EuroLeague MVP Sasha Vezenkov, who now plays for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA, is a long time EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge player and hopped on the podcast to discuss the game with cohosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs. 

Vezenkov shared the rules he used to enforce on himself when playing, the two players he considers “must haves” for Round 27, why he likes to choose forwards and much, much more. Click play now to enjoy this conversation with one of Europe’s best forwards about the game we love. 

With a break from games in the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague, your favorite podcast hosts are back to review the season so far. EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs will share the biggest risers, hardest fallers and most-owned players in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge this season.

What lessons can be learned from the fact that only one mid-season signing has gained in value since his debut? Which Partizan guard does Javi think will go off down the stretch? Which former EuroLeague Rising Star will Frankie stay away from? The answers are inside! Watch on YouTube or listen wherever podcasts are available for more insight into the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge.

With unlimited trades and a two-week hiatus just around the corner, Round 26 could be a pivotal time for EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge managers. Thus, Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs are here to talk you through the right moves to make.

Both are coming off very good weeks – they averaged more than 200 points between them! With teams so hot, what are the best moves? Is Shane Larkin must-own this week? Who are best centers to get? Which Baskonia players should you pick up? All these topics are discussed and more. Listen now before you make your  EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge lineup for Round 26

The double-round week is back! We will escort January out and welcome February in with 18 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague games, which make for a tumultuous time in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge. Fortunately, Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs are back with another edition of the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast to discuss the most topics.

The return to the courts of Nikola Mirotic, injuries at Zalgiris Kaunas and Olympiacos Piraeus’s new signing Moses Wright are among the topics addressed in this week’s episode. Listen now for some insight before you construct your teams ahead of Round 24 (and Round 25)!

As Frankie and Javi attempt to repeat their strong performances from Round 21, they discuss whether Nikola Milutinov is the center to own right now, who they like in this week’s matchup of fantasy all-stars (Mike James vs. Shane Larkin), the potential of Chima Moneke against Valencia and the difficulty choosing coaches. Watch on YouTube or listen wherever podcasts are available for ideas about how to build your team this week.

They never saw it coming...

Co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs come off an abysmal round in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge and now must regroup. The question is how? Fans of the game of course know that there is always value available and you just have to look in the right places. 

Heading into Round 22, some of that value could come from the expected absences of key players due to injuries. Gancedo and Sachs discuss how to handle the situations surrounding Nigel Hayes-Davis, Walter Tavares, Sergio Llull and Nemanja Nedovic, among others. Another interesting topic of discussion is what to do when stars face their former teams. 

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Entering a historic week for the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge, co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs called in a big reinforcement for episode No. 17 of the Fantasy Challenge Podcast: EuroCup Finals MVP John Shurna of Dreamland Gan Canaria. A serious fantasy player, Shurna was the right man to talk to in a week where there are unlimited fantasy trades, coming off a two-round week and heading right into another!
Among the topics they discussed were load management – especially for Real Madrid and Anadolu Efes Istanbul players after Friday night’s four-overtime game, the importance of home games in a two-round week, and, of course, which players offer the best values in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge. It’s a conversation that should give you plenty of ideas for building your teams this week!  

The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast is back for Season 2 with production upgrades and a new co-host! Vasiliki Karamouza of Sport 24 in Greece will join Frankie Sachs and Javier Gancedo of Euroleague.net as a regular host to share her insights on everyone’s favorite Turkish Airlines EuroLeague companion contest.

Vasiliki and Frankie share the mic in Episode 1 to detail the new rule changes this season, reveal how to join the podcast’s private fantasy league and, of course, to give some tips on how to build your rosters. What obstacle is Frankie facing in Round 1? Who are Vasiliki’s must-have players? Get the answers to these questions and more by listening to the podcast now.

The new year begins with a bang with Rounds 18 and 19 of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague being played out during the first week of January. It is the beginning of a pivotal period in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge where the best managers could separate themselves from the pack, just as the elite teams on the court will be aiming to do. Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs have all the lowdown on what to look for this week

Round 17 of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague sees seven games on Thursday and only two on Friday – and that makes for some interesting approaches to building your team EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge team. Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs are taking different approaches to this conundrum.

Among the other burning fantasy topics are what players to target in the derby of Istanbul between Fenerbahce Beko and Anadolu Efes, who are the players to own from Valencia Basket, and what to make of the Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv backcourt. There is no better – or more fun – place to get your fantasy analysis, so listen up before Round 17!

The Turkish Airlines EuroLeague features 18 games this week in an exciting two rounds, in what could be a defining period in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge. Hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs Podcast have identified a handful of topics you should be aware of, potential pitfalls to avoid and opportunities to seize upon as you make your teams. Among the burning fantasy topics, they address what to expect from the coaching change at Fenerbahce, who the big men to own at Efes are, what to make of the breakout games from a pair of Milan guards and which teams have scheduling advantages in this double-round week.

This season, the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge introduced a new twist in which at certain points during the season, unlimited trades would be permitted. This week, as the season enters Round 14, is one of them and accordingly, Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs are ready to help you with burning fantasy questions.

With co-host Javier Gancedo gallivanting around Europe, the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast welcomed back Arale Weisberg, the head of the basketball desk at Walla! Sport, for his second guest appearance of the season. Host Frankie Sachs and Weisberg discussed the rash of injuries that have hit several EuroLeague teams this week and offered suggestions on how to handle them.

The original EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast hosts are back in the saddle together for Episode No. 11, which corresponds with Round 11 of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Regular Season. In this week's episode, Javi Gancedo and Frankie Sachs will also discuss the impact of Tuesday's game between Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv and Real Madrid, which will not count for the Fantasy Challenge and which players at Anadolu Efes Istanbul will benefit from Derek Willis's injury

The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast is back for Round 10 of the regular season and this week, with co-host Javier Gancedo away partying, we have another member of the Euroleague.net staff in his place. Geoff Gillingham joins Frankie Sachs and brings with him a different outlook on how to build fantasy teams. 

The two-round week of games for November arrives and with it many different questions and approaches for the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge. Fortunately, Fantasy Challenge Podcast hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs are here to offer help. Which teams play twice at home this week? Should you think about Round 9 games when choosing your lineup for Round 8? What injuries have created huge opportunities to cash in on? All of these topics and more are addressed in this week's episode of the Fantasy Challenge Podcast.

It's a three-man pod as Round 7 of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague approaches with basketball journalist extraordinaire Ismail Senol from Turkey joining co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs. There are lots of laughs and no shortage of fantasy insights as the three of them review what has worked well so far this season and they make their picks for Round 7.

As the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague moves toward its second month and the thick of the season, so does the Fantasy Challenge Podcast with co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs, who cover a lot of ground this week, from the top players of the moment to an anecdote about the great Riccardo Pittis dating from the game's origins.

We have arrived at the last three games before the 2024 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four and they are all of the win-or-go-home variety. No road team has ever won a Game 5 before, but EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs believe now is the time for the curse to be broken. 

Choosing the ultimate EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge lineup with only three games presents challenges and Javi and Frankie are here to break down the tactics they are using and to share which players they feel you must own… and which are the biggest risks. And as a bonus, they pick their winners for each game. Listen to episode No. 34 of your favorite EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast before finalizing your roster!

Round 5 brings unlimited trading to the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge. In order to help him improve his struggling team, podcast host Javier Gancedo looked for help around the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague and got it from Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul star Nick Calathes, who joins the show to make suggestions and build a brand new, more competitive lineup.

To prep EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge managers for the season's first double-round week, Javier Gancedo is joined by a special guest Michalis Stefanou, a writer for Eurohoops.net and an enthusiast of the fantasy game, so much so that he came within a fraction of winning an entire round last season, when he shared a private league with reigning EuroLeague MVP Sasha Vezenkov.

Javier Gancedo is joined by special guest John Shurna, a reigning BKT EuroCup champion for Dreamland Gran Canaria. Shurna, who was the MVP of last season’s EuroCup Finals, is a devoted Fantasy Challenge manager – but in EuroLeague only! Follow their conversation to find out what kind of Fantasy Challenge teams they are putting together for Round 2!

Happy Holidays to Turkish Airlines EuroLeague fans! The 2023-24 season tips off this week and the hosts of the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast are ready to celebrate. In this week’s episode, Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs unveil the rosters for their teams. How do you think they did?

Hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs are joined by a special guest. Arale Weisberg is the head of the basketball desk at Walla! Sport in Israel and, more importantly, a fantasy basketball junkie! The three of them choose some of the best bargains in the game, in their opinion, as we all put together our fantasy teams in anticipation of opening night next week.

One of the biggest additions to the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge universe this season is the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast. The weekly podcast will be hosted by EuroLeague.net fantasy experts Frankie Sachs and Javier Gancedo, who co-created the game in 2004. Sachs and Gancedo will occasionally be joined by other EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge experts and enthusiasts, plus surprise guests. 

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As we enter the second week of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Playoffs, there are many difficult decisions to make for EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge managers. There are only four Game 3's on tap and it is possible that by the end of the week, there could be only three Game 4's! With that in mind, Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs share some thoughts on each playoff series.

How might injuries impact your selections? Can you afford to use two Turn 2 centers? Will Jan Vesley turn things around? Gancedo and Sachs touch on all of those topics and more. Get ready for the second week of the playoffs with episode No. 33 of your favorite fantasy basketball podcast.

It’s playoff time! And that, in itself, brings new obstacles to EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge managers. On the one hand, fewer players to choose from. On the other, no easy games; no easy points. Moreso than ever before, in the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Playoffs, every game matters! The co-hosts of the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast, Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs, are here to help you navigate through these playoff predicaments.

The two jump from series to series, discussing the big names and the underpriced sleepers, to make sure you have thought through all the angles before finalizing your fantasy teams. Get ready for the playoffs with episode No. 32 of your favorite fantasy basketball podcast. 

Do-or-die games? Only four teams to choose from? What should we do? Well, EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge managers, Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs are here to help you through the Play-In Showdown. The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast will breakdown the games, share some tips and guide you toward fantasy success!

Any move could be the difference between domination and disaster, so you must choose wisely from captain to bench. Who are the best centers in the Play-In Showdown? Is Shane Larkin a must-own player? Is Lorenzo Brown worth the gamble? Gancedo and Sachs tackle these topics and much more.

Round 34 of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Regular Season is a tricky one for EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge managers. Some teams have everything to play for. Some have nothing but pride. And there are teams whose fate may change before they take the floor on Friday, leaving fantasy managers to roll the dice. That’s where co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs step in.

Gancedo and Sachs look at all nine games in Round 34 and break down their meaning for the clubs and for the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge. They also recommend which players to grab from those matchups and which to steer clear of. It’s the prefect companion for all Fantasy Challenge managers as you build your rosters. 

After EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast co-host Javier Gancedo showed his credentials by finishing fourth overall in the Round 32 weekly rankings, he is back with Frankie Sachs to reflect on his big week and to look ahead to Round 33. And with the race to reach the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Playoffs and Play-In Showdown running hot, there is plenty to pay attention to.

Should you hang on to MVP for March, Wade Baldwin? What about the man of the moment, Nigel Hayes-Davis? Who is worth owning in the derby of Istanbul? Has the time arrived for Edmond Sumner? Should you take Nando De Colo for his visit to Valencia? Javi and Frankie give their takes on these questions and more, so tune in to prepare for the penultimate week of the regular season. 

In the midst of the stretch run in the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Regular Season, the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge allows unlimited trades this week as we enter Round 32. EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast co-hosts Javier Gancedo and Frankie Sachs step up to assess the situation, discuss how they constructed their teams and to shine a light on some under-the-radar values.
Is the Gancedo Jinx what has caused Aleksa Avramovic’s output to drop? Who might be affected next? Why is it important to have players from Wednesday night’s Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv vs. Valencia Basket? Should you avoid players from Real Madrid? Tune in now to hear their takes on all those topics and more. Join the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge community and get the best advice on the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast.

Bonzie Colson joins the EuroLeague Fantasy Podcast to discuss his role and performance in the 2024-25 season. Is he a game-changer or a risky play for your fantasy team? Hear Bonzie’s thoughts on his approach to the game and what fantasy managers can expect from him this season. Don't miss this insider’s perspective on one of EuroLeague’s rising stars!

Isaïa Cordinier brings a mix of humor, insight, and competitive spirit to the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast, reflecting on his Olympic journey, the evolution of French basketball, and his first dive into fantasy sports. He reveals his strategy for navigating double-round weeks, discusses standout players like TJ Shorts and Nico Mannion, and even addresses a playful “jinx” from an early fantasy pick. Between lineup dilemmas and behind-the-scenes stories, this episode delivers fresh perspectives and plenty of laughs for fantasy enthusiasts gearing up for Round 14

Welcome to the latest edition of the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast. In this episode, the hosts dive deep into their fantasy basketball experiences, reflecting on both victories and missteps. From insights into key players to trading strategies, they provide actionable advice for fellow participants navigating the complexities of the EuroLeague fantasy game. 

With humorous banter and in-depth analysis, this episode offers a well-rounded look at what it takes to manage a fantasy basketball team effectively.

This Fantasy Challenge Podcast covers the rollercoaster of EuroLeague fantasy management in a double-round week. We discuss whether it’s smart to keep underperforming players like Elijah Bryant after a rough game. We reveal our roster changes and captain choices, focusing on key players from home teams Baskonia, Madrid, and Partizan. Tune in for tips on navigating tricky rounds, avoiding overreactions, and strategies to help you climb the leaderboard!

The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast breaks down Round 11 with top picks, budget gems, and transfer tips to boost your lineup!

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Join us in the latest episode of the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast, where we break down last week’s top performances and set up winning strategies for the upcoming matchups! Special guest and former EuroLeague MVP Sasha Vezenkov joins the conversation, sharing his expert fantasy insights and some humorous reactions to our team choices (yes, he noticed when we didn’t pick him!). 

From sleeper picks to captain strategies, we dive deep into how to maximize your fantasy points. Don’t miss out on Vezenkov’s tips, player highlights, and a few good-natured rivalries. Whether you're a seasoned manager or just starting out, this episode has all you need to succeed in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge!

In this episode of the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast, the hosts review their recent performances and discuss strategies for the upcoming rounds.

One of the biggest additions to the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge universe this season is the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast. The weekly podcast will be hosted by fantasy experts Frankie Sachs and Javier Gancedo. Sachs and Gancedo will occasionally be joined by other EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge experts and enthusiasts, plus surprise guests.

After a long break, we’re back to break down the top fantasy picks, best transfers, and expert strategies for Round 27! We discuss our Private league winners & top scorers, our must-have fantasy players for this round and the EuroLeague trade deadline impact. Plus, there's an El Clásico preview – who to bet on? 

The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast team are here to take you through the key selections for this week

Don't forget to set your teams for this week's EuroLeague match-ups! The EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast has all the advice you need

This week on the Early Fantasy Challenge Podcast, we tackle all your Round 23 dilemmas! From budget-saving trades to explosive captain picks, we’ve got you covered. Don’t let a bad lineup ruin your week—join Frankie, Vasil, and Arlo as we break down every detail of this exciting round.

Check out the latest EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Podcast and don't forget to make your picks!

In this week's EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge podcast episode, hosts Javier Gancedo, Frankie Sachs and Vasiliki Karamouza break down the best trades to make in Round 20. Learn crucial strategies for selecting captains, avoiding panic trades, and keeping your lineup steady with "matchup-proof" players. Plus, get updates on Monaco's Kévin Séraphin and key value picks. The hosts dive into the top matchups, including Fenerbahçe vs. ALBA Berlin, with expert tips on maximizing your points. Tune in for expert tips and value picks to make the best trades this week!