How are fantasy basketball points calculated on DraftKings?
On DraftKings NBA, players earn 1 point per point scored, 0.5 bonus points per three-pointer made, 1.25 points per rebound, 1.5 points per assist, 2 points per steal, 2 points per block, and lose 0.5 points per turnover. A double-double earns a 1.5-point bonus and a triple-double earns an additional 3-point bonus. See also our calculate Win Shares.
How does FanDuel NBA fantasy scoring differ from DraftKings?
FanDuel scores points scored at 1 pt each, rebounds at 1.2 pts, assists at 1.5 pts, steals at 2 pts, blocks at 2 pts, and turnovers at -1 pt. FanDuel does not award a bonus for three-pointers made and does not give double-double or triple-double bonuses, unlike DraftKings.
What counts as a double-double in fantasy basketball?
A double-double occurs when a player records 10 or more in two of the following statistical categories in a single game: points, rebounds, assists, steals, or blocks. On DraftKings, achieving a double-double earns a 1.5-point bonus on top of your regular fantasy score.
What is a triple-double and does it earn bonus fantasy points?
A triple-double happens when a player reaches double digits (10+) in three statistical categories in one game. On DraftKings, a triple-double earns a 3-point bonus in addition to the double-double bonus, making it worth 4.5 bonus points in total. You might also find our Assist-to-Turnover Ratio Calculator useful.
Do turnovers hurt your fantasy basketball score?
Yes. Both DraftKings and FanDuel penalize turnovers. DraftKings deducts 0.5 fantasy points per turnover, while FanDuel deducts 1 full point per turnover. Minimizing turnovers is an important factor when evaluating players for your lineup.
Are three-pointers worth more fantasy points than regular field goals?
On DraftKings, yes — players earn a 0.5-point bonus for each three-pointer made on top of the 3 points already counted in the points-scored category. FanDuel does not offer a separate three-pointer bonus; points are simply counted at 1 point per point scored regardless of shot type.
Which stats are most valuable in fantasy basketball?
Assists, steals, and blocks offer the highest per-stat fantasy point values on both major platforms (1.5, 2, and 2 points respectively on DraftKings). Players who contribute across multiple categories — especially those capable of double-doubles — tend to produce the highest fantasy scores relative to their salary.
Can I use this calculator for PrizePicks NBA scoring?
PrizePicks uses a different format — it's a pick-more/pick-less prop game rather than a traditional fantasy scoring system. However, understanding how individual stats translate to fantasy value can help you identify high-upside players for your PrizePicks lineups. The DraftKings scoring option in this calculator most closely resembles standard NBA fantasy point values.