Welcome to our Euroleague Fantasy basketball blog for the 2025/26 season. We are very excited to present you with our revamped selection process which this year will be spearheaded by our fantasy experts of AlleyOopDunks. Each week, we’ll be breaking down our picks so we hope we can assist fantasy players everywhere. Join our fantasy leagues and share the fun with us:

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Enjoy the read and hope you stick around through-out the season!

Keep in mind that the Euroleague Fantasy Challenge is a long-term journey, not a quick dash. It’s not just a single match—it’s an extended, multi-round contest that spans several months. The big question for EuroLeague Fantasy players: do you go for a squad that’ll grow in value over time, or stack your team with high-priced stars from the start ?

The following strategies will apply to our Euroleague picks:

1) As you build your team, prioritize strategies that boost your budget early on. The more your budget grows, the more options you’ll have later in the season. One key stat to watch: a player’s points per credit—it’s a smart way to spot high-value picks.

2) To keep your lineup adaptable each round, try dividing your squad into two groups: 4–6 players for Turn 1 (T1) and the rest for Turn 2 (T2). This setup helps you manage any early-round disappointments. In T1, consider taking smart risks with lower-cost players, while saving your more consistent, dependable picks for T2. For low-risk spots like the coach, prioritize reliability over experimentation.

When it comes to selecting a player, their performance across different statistical categories will influence our decision. Our team focuses on key stats to evaluate player utility. Here are some of the important elements we consider:

1. FPT Scoring Breakdown: We dive deeper into how players accumulate their fantasy points. For example, if two players score 15 FPTs, but one player achieves this mainly by scoring while the other does so through a balanced combination of scoring, rebounding, assists, fouls drawn, etc., we’ll choose the latter for their all-around contribution.

2. Minutes Played vs. Credits: The ratio of minutes played to the credits averaged can give us an indication of how efficiently a player is performing relative to the time they’re on the court.

3. Price vs. FPTs: The price-to-performance ratio shows us which players are undervalued based on their current production. We look for players who offer great value for their price.

4. Why Sasha Vezenkov Is a Must-Have: He is the most efficient PIR generator in EuroLeague Fantasy, consistently delivering elite numbers regardless of the matchup. And with the captain’s score now multiplied by x2, having Vezenkov not only in your lineup but wearing the armband could be the difference between a good week and a monster one.

To further facilitate your decisions, key stats may also be found on the official Euroleague Stats page and/or on the Stats tab on the Euroleague Fantasy Challenge Official page.

Lastly, we also take into concideration the below 2 aspects:

1. Roster Changes: Whether player departures or key signings—can significantly shift team dynamics, affecting player roles, minutes, and overall performance. We track these developments closely to identify new opportunities and adjust our picks accordingly.

2. Upcoming Matchups: Taking upcoming fixtures and matchups into account is key when choosing players. It helps minimize unnecessary transfers in the same positions and keeps our long-term strategy on track.                                                                 

Intro

General Approach

Player Selection & Key Stats

Signed: AlleyOopsDunks

Click on our first video of the season below to watch our season preview breakdown and stay tuned for more content

These fantasy picks are for entertainment purposes only. We don’t have a crystal ball, insider information, or a deal with the sports gods (though we’ve tried). Sometimes our predictions will look like genius… other times, they’ll look like we drafted blindfolded. Please don’t mortgage your dragon’s hoard, your house, or your snack budget based on our advice. Play responsibly, laugh at the misses, and celebrate the wins—especially if they were pure luck.