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We dork out to start by using Machine Learning and Linear Programming for Daily Fantasy Football. Net goals added, and learning which basketball minute matters most follow it up. The Lions? Super Bowl contenders? How great was that Texas Rangers infield?
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This Week's Lineup
Method and Validation for Optimal Lineup Creation for Daily Fantasy Football Using Machine Learning and Linear Programming
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Net Goals Added: Combining Complementary Possession Value Metrics
The g+ model has been refined and improved, but still regards how much value a player adds to their team through on-ball actions
What Minute Matters Most? Scoring in College Basketball
Do you ever turn on a game in the fourth quarter, only to see that you’ve caught the tail end of a barely competitive blowout? Which minute matters most?
Detroit Lions Playoff Chances: Finally a Super Bowl Contender?
Has the woeful franchise finally put together a serious Super Bowl contender?
Stat of the Week: The Rangers Did It With Defense
The infield and the outfield were awesome in postseason.
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