Points System
How Scoring Works
Our fantasy basketball scoring system is designed to reward players for their all-around performance on the court. Points are awarded for various statistical categories, reflecting a player’s real-life contribution to their NBA team.
The points system is balanced to ensure that different types of players – from scoring guards to defensive centers – can all be valuable contributors to your fantasy team.
Standard Scoring Categories
| Statistical Category | Points Awarded |
|---|---|
| Points Scored | +1 point |
| Rebound | +1.2 points |
| Assist | +1.5 points |
| Steal | +2 points |
| Block | +2 points |
| 3-Pointer Made | +0.5 points (in addition to points scored) |
| Turnover | -1 point |
| Double-Double | +3 points |
| Triple-Double | +5 points |
Note: A double-double is achieved when a player records 10 or more in two statistical categories. A triple-double requires 10 or more in three categories.
Advanced Scoring Options
In addition to our standard scoring system, Intuition and Fantasy offers advanced scoring options for leagues looking for a more detailed approach:
- Field Goal % (min. 5 attempts): +0.5 per % above 50%
- Free Throw % (min. 3 attempts): +0.5 per % above 80%
- 3PT % (min. 3 attempts): +0.7 per % above 40%
- Minutes Played: +0.1 per minute
- Personal Fouls: -0.5 per foul
- Technical Fouls: -2 per foul
- Ejections: -5 points
League Customization
League commissioners have the ability to customize the scoring system for their private leagues. This allows you to create a unique experience that emphasizes different aspects of basketball performance based on your preferences.
Customizable options include:
- Adjusting point values for standard categories
- Adding or removing scoring categories
- Implementing position-specific bonuses
- Setting up milestone rewards (e.g., extra points for 30+ point games)
To customize your league’s scoring system, create a private league and access the settings panel from the league management dashboard.
Live Scoring Updates
Intuition and Fantasy provides real-time scoring updates during NBA games, allowing you to track your team’s performance as it happens. Points are calculated and updated based on official NBA statistics.
Scoring updates typically occur within 30 seconds of the actual play, giving you an up-to-the-minute view of your fantasy matchup.
Final scores for each day are confirmed within 2 hours after the completion of the last NBA game of the day, after all official statistics have been verified.