We're Famous: Part 2

Jon, CA: We play Head-to-Head and are having issues with uneven Games Played and also, because we set up weekly lineups, injuries can take its toll. Which do you prefer?

(1) Weekly or Daily lineups. And one good reason why you chose one over the other.

(2) To just let Games Played balance itself out during the week -- there is no season cap. Or to set it up so weekly averages can be taken into effect -- which no provider currently can do.

Keith Lipscomb: It's a tough issue that every league has to deal with, but one thing I feel is important in fantasy basketball is demonstrating depth on your team. Many, many years ago I was in a league that used averages and weekly lineups. The problem with that was that you weren't penalized when one of your best players missed a game or two by having to sub in a lesser player and thus, bring your averages down.

So, to answer your questions, I like daily lineups which promotes depth and staying on top of your roster (provided you have good, dedicated owners). One thing I like about the leagues I'm in is we have a transaction limit so that teams aren't just rotating end-of-the-bench options each week to gain a few extra in "need" categories. We have it at 40 pickups for the season and no more than 3 in any one week, which still might be a little high but it helps with competitive balance.
-Wednesday's ESPN Chat-

Question from 10/30/2006