Looking for the best Bluesky NBA starter packs to follow basketball writers, analysts, and team accounts? You're in the right place. With the NBA season in full swing, Bluesky has become a thriving hub for basketball discussion—and over 130 NBA starter packs make it easy to find the best accounts to follow.
Whether you want breaking news from Shams Charania, analysis from Zach Lowe, insider scoops from Ramona Shelburne, or coverage of your favorite team, this guide covers the best NBA starter packs on Bluesky to build your perfect basketball feed.
What Are Bluesky NBA Starter Packs?
Starter packs are curated collections of Bluesky accounts that you can follow with a single click. For NBA fans, they're the fastest way to build a feed full of basketball content without searching for accounts one by one.
NBA starter packs typically include:
- NBA reporters – Breaking news, trades, and free agency updates
- Analysts – Game breakdowns, film study, and expert takes
- Beat reporters – Team-specific coverage and local insights
- Official team accounts – Direct updates from NBA franchises
- WNBA coverage – Women's basketball reporters and teams
- Fantasy basketball experts – Daily fantasy and season-long advice
- NBA Draft analysts – Prospect coverage and draft predictions
Best Overall NBA Starter Packs
These packs offer comprehensive NBA coverage with top journalists, analysts, and personalities:
NBAsky Mega Starter Pack (1 of 2)
"A maxed out list of active accounts who frequently to occasionally post about the NBA on Bluesky." This pack includes major names like Zach Lowe, Chris Haynes, Ramona Shelburne, and many more top NBA voices. Start here for the essential NBA follows.
The Ringer NBA Starter Pack by Howard Beck
Curated by veteran NBA writer Howard Beck, this pack features The Ringer's NBA coverage team and other quality basketball voices. Essential for fans who want thoughtful analysis alongside breaking news.
NBA/WNBA/Basketball Starter Pack by Mike Vorkunov
"A helpful boost for new and old folks on here who want to know who to follow for NBA, WNBA, basketball." The Athletic's Mike Vorkunov curates this comprehensive pack covering all levels of basketball.
NBA Starter Pack by Danny Heifetz
Inspired by Mina Kimes' NFL starter pack approach, Danny Heifetz created this pack to make it "10x easier to follow basketball on Bluesky" with a built-in NBA feed.
NBA / Basketball Starter Pack by Steve M
A well-rounded collection of NBA writers, analysts, and basketball enthusiasts for comprehensive league coverage.
NBA Analysts & Writers Starter Packs
For fans who want in-depth analysis and expert commentary:
NBA / Basketball Starter Pack by Steve M
A well-rounded collection of NBA writers, analysts, and basketball enthusiasts for comprehensive league coverage.
NBAsky, finally by Dave Levitan
"A bunch of NBA folks to follow if you like watching and talking about good basketball" – Quality over quantity, focusing on substantive basketball discussion.
NBA Playoffs on Bluesky
Official Bluesky starter pack for NBA Playoffs coverage – Trusted voices and official accounts for reliable NBA content.
NBA Draft Starter Packs
For draft season coverage and prospect analysis:
NBA Draft Starter Pack
A collection of accounts focused on NBA Draft coverage, prospect analysis, and draft predictions from dedicated analysts.
WNBA Starter Packs
The WNBA has a strong presence on Bluesky with dedicated coverage:
WNBA Bluesky Mega Starter Pack
A comprehensive list of over 140 WNBA accounts including official team accounts, reporters, commentators, players, and fans. Essential for following women's basketball on Bluesky.
WNBA Pages
A starter pack focused on WNBA coverage – Journalists, reporters, and accounts covering women's basketball.
Team-Specific NBA Starter Packs
Follow your favorite team with dedicated starter packs:
Everything Cleveland Cavaliers
"This starter pack is all people who post primarily about the best team in the NBA, the Cleveland Cavaliers" – Dedicated Cavs coverage for Wine and Gold fans.
Chicago Bulls Starter Pack
All Chicago Bulls media and popular personalities who are integral to the Bulls community.
SB Nation's NBA Teamsite Starter Pack
Curated by SB Nation, featuring team-specific basketball news sources and analysis from across the league.
Fantasy Basketball & DFS Starter Packs
For fantasy basketball enthusiasts:
DonyellFreak's Daily Fantasy Sports Pack
"The best Daily Fantasy Sports chatter, strategy, and hot takes in one place on Bluesky" – Covers NBA alongside NFL, MLB, PGA, and more for DFS players.
NBA Reporters & Analysts on Bluesky
Many top NBA personalities are now active on Bluesky. Here are some of the biggest names you'll find in these starter packs:
National NBA Reporters
- Shams Charania – ESPN NBA insider, breaking news
- Ramona Shelburne – ESPN senior NBA writer
- Chris Haynes – TNT/Bleacher Report NBA insider
- Marc Stein – Independent NBA reporter
- Howard Beck – The Ringer NBA writer
- Mike Vorkunov – The Athletic NBA reporter
Analysts & Podcasters
- Zach Lowe – ESPN NBA analyst
- Kevin O'Connor – The Ringer NBA analyst
- Danny Heifetz – The Ringer
- Mark Cuban – NBA owner and commentator
- Rex Chapman – Former NBA player, media personality
- Mark Jones – ESPN play-by-play announcer
Finding More NBA Starter Packs
The starter packs above are just the beginning. Here's how to discover more NBA content on Bluesky:
Starter Pack Directories
- NBA Starter Packs – Over 130 NBA-specific packs
- NBA News Packs – 11+ news-focused collections
- NBA Analysts Packs – 5+ analyst-focused starter packs
- NBA Players Packs – 15+ packs featuring player accounts
- NBA Basketball Packs – General basketball content
Search on Bluesky
Search these terms directly on Bluesky:
- "NBA starter pack"
- "[Team name] starter pack" (e.g., "Lakers starter pack")
- "WNBA starter pack"
- "NBA draft starter pack"
- "basketball starter pack"
How NBA Content Helps You Grow on Bluesky
If you're looking to grow your Bluesky following, NBA content offers unique opportunities:
Why Basketball Content Gets Engagement
- Daily games – The NBA schedule provides constant content opportunities
- Trade deadline buzz – Massive engagement spikes during trade season
- Playoff intensity – Postseason drives the highest engagement
- Star-driven league – Player news always generates discussion
- Fantasy basketball – Daily fantasy creates nightly engagement
Strategies for NBA Engagement
- Follow starter packs – Connect with established NBA accounts
- Live-post during games – Share reactions and highlight commentary
- Engage with breaking news – Reply to trade rumors and signings
- Use NBA hashtags – Monitor trending hashtags during games
- Share fantasy takes – Daily fantasy advice drives engagement
- Create team-specific content – Passionate fanbases engage heavily
Creating Your Own NBA Starter Pack
Found great NBA accounts? Share them with others by creating your own starter pack:
- Go to your Profile on Bluesky
- Tap Starter Packs
- Tap Create a Starter Pack
- Add a descriptive name like "Celtics Beat Writers" or "NBA Analytics Experts"
- Add accounts you recommend
- Write a description explaining the focus
- Share the pack to help other NBA fans
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best NBA starter packs on Bluesky?
The best NBA starter packs include the NBAsky Mega Starter Pack featuring Zach Lowe, Shams Charania, and Ramona Shelburne; The Ringer NBA Starter Pack by Howard Beck; Mike Vorkunov's NBA/WNBA/Basketball pack; and team-specific packs for various franchises.
How do I find NBA accounts to follow on Bluesky?
Use NBA starter packs to quickly follow groups of basketball accounts. Search "NBA starter pack" on Bluesky, browse directories like blueskystarterpack.com/nba, or follow packs created by prominent NBA writers.
Are NBA reporters and analysts on Bluesky?
Yes! Many top NBA reporters and analysts are active on Bluesky including Zach Lowe, Shams Charania, Ramona Shelburne, Howard Beck, Chris Haynes, Marc Stein, and numerous team beat reporters.
How many NBA starter packs are there on Bluesky?
There are over 130 NBA-specific starter packs, plus 15+ NBA Players packs, 11+ NBA News packs, and numerous team-specific collections. The WNBA also has dedicated packs with 140+ accounts.
Is there a WNBA starter pack on Bluesky?
Yes! The WNBA Bluesky Mega Starter Pack contains over 140 WNBA accounts including official team accounts, reporters, commentators, and players.
How do NBA starter packs help me grow my Bluesky following?
Following NBA starter packs connects you with active basketball communities. Engaging with popular content during games, replying to breaking news, and participating in game threads helps you gain visibility.
Follow Basketball on Bluesky
Bluesky has become a premier destination for NBA discussion, with hundreds of reporters, analysts, and passionate fans creating quality basketball content. Use the NBA starter packs above to quickly build a feed full of breaking news, expert analysis, WNBA coverage, and team-specific content.
Whether you're following the playoff race, tracking trade rumors, or managing your fantasy team, these starter packs connect you with the best basketball content on Bluesky. Start following, join the conversation, and become part of the growing NBA community on the platform.