While transitioning to daily fantasy basketball -- or sports in general -- from the traditional, season-long variation, you'll notice a lot of changes.

The principles of fantasy football remain fairly constant regardless of where you play, but daily fantasy hoops are quite a different ball game than the eight- or nine-category setups to which you're likely accustomed if you're a seasoned fantasy veteran.

Now, cash games are kind of similar -- you have to beat your opponent (or half of your opponents) -- to win.

Tournaments? Not so much.