Light Fantasy Corner

Welcome to Light Fantasy Corner

The ultimate fantasy basketball experience that brings the court to your fingertips

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How to Play

Your guide to getting started with fantasy basketball

Getting Started

Welcome to Light Fantasy Corner! This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to start playing fantasy basketball.

1

Download the App

Start by downloading our app from the email link we’ll send you after signing up. The app is available for both iOS and Android devices.

2

Create Your Account

Sign up with your email address and create a unique username. Fill out your profile to personalize your experience.

3

Join a League

You can join public leagues, create your own private league, or join a friend’s league using their invite code.

4

Draft Your Team

Select real NBA players for your fantasy team through our draft system. Each player contributes to your team’s score based on their real-game performance.

5

Manage Your Roster

Set your lineup for each game day, make trades with other managers, and pick up free agents to improve your team.

Game Modes

Light Fantasy Corner offers several different ways to play fantasy basketball:

Season-Long Leagues

The traditional fantasy experience that spans the entire NBA season. Draft your team before the season starts and compete over several months.

  • 8-16 managers per league
  • Weekly head-to-head matchups
  • Playoffs during NBA’s final weeks

Daily Contests

Single-day competitions where you draft a new team for just one day of NBA action.

  • No season-long commitment
  • Multiple contest formats and entry fees
  • Large prize pools for top finishers

Tournament Play

Multi-round competitions that culminate in a championship bracket.

  • Survive and advance format
  • Scheduled around major NBA events
  • Progressive scoring systems

Advanced Strategy Tips

Draft Strategy

Successful fantasy basketball starts with a strong draft. Consider these approaches:

  • Best Player Available: Simply draft the highest-ranked player available regardless of position.
  • Position Scarcity: Target positions with fewer elite options early (often centers).
  • Category Focus: Build around specific statistical categories where you want to excel.
  • Balanced Approach: Create a well-rounded team that can compete in most statistical categories.

In-Season Management

Stay active throughout the season with these key tactics:

  • Stream Players: Rotate your bench spots to maximize games played each week.
  • Monitor Injuries: Stay informed about player health and adjust your lineup accordingly.
  • Watch the Waiver Wire: Be quick to pick up breakout players before your opponents.
  • Analyze Schedules: Target players with favorable game schedules (more games or weaker opponents).

Understanding Basketball Positions

Point Guard (PG)

The floor general who typically leads in assists and steals.

Key Stats: Assists, Steals, 3-Pointers

Shooting Guard (SG)

Primary scoring option who specializes in outside shooting.

Key Stats: Points, 3-Pointers, Free Throw %

Small Forward (SF)

Versatile wing players who contribute across categories.

Key Stats: Points, Steals, Rebounds

Power Forward (PF)

Interior players who score in the paint and grab rebounds.

Key Stats: Rebounds, Blocks, Field Goal %

Center (C)

The anchors of defense who protect the rim and control the glass.

Key Stats: Blocks, Rebounds, Field Goal %

Fantasy Basketball Glossary

Double-Double

When a player records double-digit numbers in two statistical categories (e.g., 10+ points and 10+ rebounds).

Triple-Double

Double-digit numbers in three statistical categories.

FAAB (Free Agent Acquisition Budget)

A system where managers bid virtual dollars to acquire free agents.

Streaming

Continually adding and dropping players to maximize games played.

Handcuffing

Drafting a backup player who would gain value if the starter gets injured.