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Fantasy Basketball Expert Mock Draft live: Watch as the industry's best navigate a 12-team, 9-category league

Fantasy basketball enthusiasts can sharpen their draft strategies ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season with a live expert mock draft, hosted by Yahoo Sports in partnership with NBC Sports and RotoWorld. The event, set for Thursday, October 15 at 5:00 p.m.

ET, will feature 12 industry veterans—including Yahoo’s Dan Titus—competing in a 12-team, 9-category league using traditional scoring metrics like field-goal percentage, free-throw accuracy, and turnovers. The draft will be streamed live on YouTube and X, offering real-time insights for both seasoned players and newcomers navigating the league’s roster requirements of three guards, three forwards, two centers, two utility players, and three bench spots.

The lineup of analysts spans top fantasy basketball platforms, ensuring a mix of tactical depth and competitive energy as they simulate a full draft under pressure.

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