In fantasy basketball, “UTIL” is short for “Utility” position. This is a flexible spot in your fantasy lineup where you can place any player, regardless of their specific position (e.g., PG, SG, SF, PF, C). The UTIL position allows fantasy managers to maximize their roster by filling it with the best available players, rather than being restricted by position requirements.
For example, if your league allows for a UTIL spot, you could place a forward, guard, or center in that slot, depending on your team’s needs or who is performing well that week. The main goal of the UTIL position is to give fantasy managers more flexibility in setting their lineup.
