NBA Daily Fantasy Picks
Friday’s NBA slate features eight games, including an intriguing matchup between the Bucks and Heat. The over/under for this game is currently 220.5, and Milwaukee as a 1.5-point favorite. In the Western Conference, the third-place Kings travel to take on the fourth-place Clippers. The tip-off for this matchup is at 10:30 PM ET with an over/under of 232.5. The highest over/under game currently belongs to the Hornets and Timberwolves (240).
Thursday Article Recap
- Damian Lillard Projection: 48 | Result: Didn’t play (rest)
- Joel Embiid Projection: 50 | Result: 74.25 🔥
- Ja Morant Projection: 48 | Result: 28.75
- Kyrie Irving Projection: 43 | Result: 36.25
- Myles Turner Projection: 34 | Result: 60.5🔥
- Christian Wood Projection: 34 | Result: 29.25
- Keldon Johnson Projection: 34 | Result: 42 🔥
- Buddy Hield Projection: 31 | Result: 30.75
There were some highs and lows in Thursday’s article. Embiid, Turner, and Keldon Johnson far exceeded our expectations, which is great. but Ja Morant had a somewhat quiet night despite the close game, and we wanted more out of Kyrie Irving. Overall, we offered a few quality recommendations that hopefully lead to some winning lineups. I’m going to grade Thursday’s article a B-
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Studs DFS Player
Jalen Brunson | New York Knicks
FantasyData Projection: 39 | DraftKings Cost: $8800
So far, Jalen Brunson has faced off against the Wizards two times and is averaging 53.6 fantasy points and 33.0 points per game. Both figures are better than his season averages. Coming in at a price tag of $8800.0, Brunson has a fantasy projection of 39.0 and surpassed this figure in 50% of his games.
Devin Booker | Phoenix Suns
FantasyData Projection: 41 | DraftKings Cost: $8700
So far this season, Devin Booker is averaging 43.1 fantasy points per game and is one of the more expensive options. However, it is worth targeting him today as he is a sure bet to get his fair share of opportunities. For the season, he has a usage rate of 32.1, which is 2nd among today’s options. At $8700.0, it’s worth paying up for Booker, given the primary role he will be playing.
Zach LaVine | Chicago Bulls
FantasyData Projection: 38 | DraftKings Cost: $8400
Zach LaVine has already had success against the Nets. So far, he has seen Brooklyn three times and is averaging 36.9 fantasy points. He averages 38.7 fantasy points per game for the season on 24.0 and 4.9 boards. Over their last five games, the Nets have allowed an average of 123.0 points per game.
Jordan Poole | Golden State Warriors
FantasyData Projection: 33 | DraftKings Cost: $8300
Jordan Poole has one of the better matchups of the day against a Rockets defensive unit sitting 26th in points allowed. This year, Poole has averaged 38.0 fantasy points per game when taking on opponents in the bottom third of the league in points allowed. Also, look for him to play a bigger role in the team’s offensive game plan, with Stephen Curry set to miss today’s contest.
Value DFS Player
Spencer Dinwiddie | Brooklyn Nets
FantasyData Projection: 32 | DraftKings Cost: $7200
Over his last three games, Spencer Dinwiddie has averaged 29.6 fantasy points. He has surpassed his fantasy point projection three times when looking back on his previous five games. In terms of usage rate, he is ranked 28th among today’s other options (21.8). Regarding efficiency, he has a field goal percentage of 45.2% on an average of 34.1 minutes per game.
Draymond Green | Golden State Warriors
FantasyData Projection: 29 | DraftKings Cost: $6800
Draymond Green comes in today’s game with a price tag of $6800.0, averaging 30.4 fantasy points per game. One thing to like about his outlook in today’s game against the Rockets is the fact that he has surpassed his season-long field goal percentage (52.3%) in three straight games. Over Green’s last three games, he is averaging 30.2 fantasy points per game.
Jalen Williams | Oklahoma City Thunder
FantasyData Projection: 24 | DraftKings Cost: $6100
So far this year, Jalen Williams has played in 53 games and is averaging 24.9 fantasy points per game, which is 44th compared to today’s options. One thing to note is that he has outpaced his season usage rate (17.5) in 5 straight games. This includes his most recent game, putting up 13 points and 4 rebounds against the Rockets. He is averaging 32.7 DFS points in his late three games.
P.J. Washington | Charlotte Hornets
FantasyData Projection: 29 | DraftKings Cost: $6600
So far this season, P.J. Washington is averaging 29.1 fantasy points per game and comes in at a price tag of $6600.0. Washington enters today’s action having increased his fantasy production in 2 straight games and finished with 46.5 DFS points in his most recent game against Spurs.
