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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! 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 (1/5) photo

Life has a way of keeping us on our toes, and tonight’s slate is no exception. It’s the first Sunday of January, January 5th, and we’re kicking off the new year with a dynamic NBA DFS slate that’s bursting with … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in FantasySun, Jan 5
Fantasy Basketball Category Analysis & Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 12 (2024) photo

It’s time to acknowledge three undeniable truths this week: Health matters, I’m making time and, yes, I believe in Big D. This season has been as frustrating as it has been exciting — a rollercoaster of challenges and triumphs that … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in FantasySun, Jan 5
Fantasy Basketball Category Analysis & Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 11 (2024) photo

Man, things are about to get good. It’s Week 11, and as of this writing, the NBA landscape is buzzing with trades, rumors and coaching decisions shaking things up. This season has been unique, with the league under a closer … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in FantasySun, Dec 29
NBA DFS Lineup Picks & Advice: Sunday (12/29) photo

Life has a funny way of turning obstacles into opportunities, and this week has been a perfect example. Getting this article to you just under the wire wasn’t the plan, but it’s a reminder that sometimes the grind teaches us … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in FantasySun, Dec 29
Fantasy Basketball Category Analysis & Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 10 (2024) photo

These weeks bring an air of extreme uncertainty and excitement across the sports landscape. With MLB buzzing with offseason moves, football nearing its epic conclusion, and NBA trade season on the horizon, the stakes have never been higher. Yet, the … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in FantasySun, Dec 22
NBA DFS Lineup Picks & Advice: Sunday (12/22) photo

Today is the perfect way to ease into the Christmas and holiday season: A manageable three-game NBA slate that gives us a chance to recalibrate and refocus. As we prepare for the excitement of Christmas week and the bustling NBA … read more »

by Joel E. Ruffin Jr. in FantasySun, Dec 22
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 FantasySun, Dec 15
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 FantasySun, Dec 15
Latest News From Joel
Matas Buzelis contributes in limited minutes as Bulls edge Nets photo
Matas Buzelis totaled six points (2-7 FG, 0-3 3PT, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, and one assist in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
5 days ago
Nikola Vucevic works his way back in Bulls’ win over Nets photo
Nikola Vucevic totaled seven points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3PT, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists, and one turnover in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
5 days ago
Tre Jones delivers well-rounded performance in Bulls’ win photo
Tre Jones totaled 18 points (6-12 FG, 1-2 3PT, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, six assists, and three steals in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
5 days ago
Coby White stays hot with 31 points in Bulls’ win over Nets photo
Coby White totaled 31 points (12-24 FG, 3-8 3PT, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, and one steal in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
5 days ago
Kevin Huerter stays productive with 18 points against the Nets photo
Kevin Huerter totaled 18 points (7-16 FG, 2-8 3PT, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, and one block in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
5 days ago
Zach Collins contributes across the board in Bulls’ win photo
Zach Collins totaled nine points (2-4 FG, 1-2 3PT, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, one steal, and three blocks in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
5 days ago
Patrick Williams logs 10 points in Bulls’ win over Nets photo
Patrick Williams totaled 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3PT), two rebounds, one assist, and one steal in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
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Dalen Terry struggles in limited minutes against the Nets photo
Dalen Terry totaled one point (0-3 FG, 0-2 3PT, 1-2 FT), one rebound, and one steal in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
5 days ago
Julian Phillips delivers strong performance in Bulls’ win over Nets photo
Julian Phillips totaled 16 points (5-10 FG, 2-5 3PT, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, one steal, and one block in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
5 days ago
Talen Horton-Tucker sees minimal action in Bulls’ win over Nets photo
Talen Horton-Tucker totaled zero points in four minutes in the Bulls’ 116-110 win over the Nets.
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