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Joel E. Ruffin Jr.

Joel E. Ruffin Jr.

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Bio

As a FantasyPros team member, I bring my passion for sports and expertise in basketball and football to deliver actionable insights. My journey is rooted in character growth, relationships, and community. From draft strategies to DFS plays, I aim to empower fantasy players with knowledge and perspective. I blend sports insights with passion for life 🌟, music 🎶, anime 🎥, games 🎮, and style 👔. Let’s build, compete, and win! Anime-inspired thumbnail? With hair, I wish I had to go Super Saiyan; why not? I love anime, suits, and sports; I am thrilled to share my love for these things and the game with the community!


Articles From Joel
NBA DFS Lineup Picks & Advice: Sunday (12/15) photo

It’s December 15th, and after the thrill of in-season tournament play, the kickoff to trade season, and some chaotic fantasy weeks, it feels great to settle into a slate like this—a refreshing chance to reset and refocus. Tonight’s slate is … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in Fantasy6 days ago
Fantasy Basketball Category Analysis & Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 9 (2024) photo

It’s Week 9, and this week’s article is hitting differently because it’s built differently. We’re having fun, leveling up and positioning ourselves for long-term success — not just for this season but for the seasons beyond. With trade season kicking … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in Fantasy6 days ago
NBA DFS Lineup Picks & Advice: Sunday (12/8) photo

It’s December 8th. I hope you are having a fantastic holiday season. This slate is poised to bring us joy, with ample opportunities for gifts galore shaping up to be a true test of strategy and intuition. With value plays … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in Fantasy2 wks ago
Fantasy Basketball Category Analysis & Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 8 (2024) photo

Week 8 is upon us, and it’s a great week to think beyond the surface. With trade season fast approaching and teams beginning to shift strategies for the second half of the season, this is the time to get bold … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in Fantasy2 wks ago
Fantasy Basketball Category Analysis & Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 7 (2024) photo

It’s week seven, and as the holiday season begins, we’re embracing the spirit of giving, and nothing has embodied that spirit quite like this season’s Waiver Wire. From unexpected gems to consistent contributors, the landscape of player acquisitions has been … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in Fantasy3 wks ago
NBA DFS Lineup Picks & Advice: Sunday (12/1) photo

It’s December 1st, my friends. Tis the season. The holiday spirit is in full swing, and I hope everyone is having a blessed and peaceful time. This season has a way of reminding us just how good we can be, … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in Fantasy3 wks ago
Fantasy Basketball Category Analysis & Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 6 (2024) photo

Week 6 is here, and the NBA season is firing on all cylinders. While the waiver wire is starting to cool down a bit and beginning to shift into the excellent deep strategic phase of player pick and deploy, it … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in Fantasy4 wks ago
NBA DFS Lineup Picks & Advice: Sunday (11/24) photo

There’s nothing tonight!” That’s what some of you might be thinking when glancing at tonight’s slate. But a closer inspection will start to spark those gears, and you’ll realize that this type of slate is where the fun begins. These … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in Fantasy4 wks ago
Latest News From Joel
Dru Smith continues to ‘’ball’’ in loss to the Thunder photo
Dru Smith totaled thirteen points (5-6FG, 3-4 3PT) four assists, two steals, and one block in the Heat’s 104-97 loss to the Thunder.
3 hrs ago
Alex Caruso reminds us why we love his game in win over the Heat photo
Alex Caruso totaled four points (2-5 FG, 0-2 3PT), three rebounds, five assists, two steals, and two blocks in the Thunders’ 104-97 win over the Heat.
3 hrs ago
 Sam Merrill underwhelms in win over the Bucks photo
Sam Merrill totaled five points (2-6 FG, 1-5 3PT), three rebounds and one assist in the Cavaliers’ 124-101 win over the Bucks.
3 hrs ago
Andre Jackson Jr. shoots zero percent in loss to the Cavaliers photo
Andre Jackson Jr. totaled zero points (0-5 FG, 0-4 3PT), two rebounds, and one assist in the Bucks’ 124-101 loss to the Cavaliers.
3 hrs ago
Ryan Rollins flashes potential in loss to the Cavaliers photo
Ryan Rollins totaled nine points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3PT) and two assists in the Bucks’ 124-101 loss to the Bucks.
3 hrs ago
DaQuan Jeffries contributes in every major way in loss to the Sixers photo
DaQuan Jeffries totaled twelve points (5-9 FG, 2-4 3PT), five rebounds, one assists, one steal, and one block in the Hornets’ 121-108 loss to the Sixers.
3 hrs ago
Isaiah Wong plays well in 16 minutes in loss to the Sixers photo
Isaiah Wong totaled eleven points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3PT, 2-4 FT), one rebound and four assists in the Hornets’ 121-108 loss to the Sixers.
3 hrs ago
Tidjane Salaun continues to find success in loss to the Sixers photo
Tidjan Salaun totaled eight points (3-8 FG, 2-5 3PT), eight rebounds, five assists, and two steals in the Hornets’ 108-98 loss to the Sixers.
3 hrs ago
Moussa Diabate ‘’boards up’’ in loss to the Sixers photo
Moussa Diabate totaled seven points (2-4 FG, 0-0 3PT, 3-3 FT) and seven rebounds in the Hornets’ 108-98 loss to the Sixers.
3 hrs ago
KJ Martin scores two in win over the Hornets photo
KJ Martin totaled two points (1-2 FG, 0-0 3PT), three rebounds, two steals, and two blocks in the Sixers’ 108-98 win over the Hornets.
3 hrs ago