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With guys like Russell Westbrook and James Harden dropping 60+ fantasy point games, they will be staples in the lineups for many of us. But... To grab those players, value is crucial in NBA, just like any other DFS sport. Value opens up through injuries, site pricing, and rotational changes. We are staying on top of that for you here, talking about the best value at each position.
Back Court
Patrick Beverley, Houston Rockets ($5,300 FD - $5,300 DK)
Darren Collison is an easy plug and play on FanDuel tonight with the loss of DeMarcus Cousins. His price tag is far too cheap, while DraftKings adjusted rather quickly over his recent stretch. Emmanuel Mudiay is probable tonight, but Mike Malone stated that Jameer Nelson has passed him on the depth chart. Houston added Lou Williams to an already strong backcourt, yet we can expect Beverley to continue around 30 minutes with his strong defensive presence. New Orleans ranks 28th against point guards, per out LO DvP. With a 115 total for Houston, Beverley is one of the secondary players I don't mind targeting. He has a 0.90 FPPM on the season, and is fully healthy after leaving the Miami game before the break.
DFC Projection: FanDuel: 27.90 - DraftKings: 31.62
Tyreke Evans, Sacramento Kings ($4,500 FD - $4,200 DK)
I am not sure if Tyreke Evans is thrilled about heading back to Sacramento, but here he is. With DeMarcus Cousins gone, Evans should grab a fair amount of usage. His minute restriction of 27-28 per game is certainly fine to deal with for the price. Hell, we saw Evans put up strong GPP ceiling type games in 18-20 minutes earlier this season. Denver has been one of the poorer backcourt defenses, and Evans should get his run at the two and the three tonight. Sacramento's 106 total is on the bottom half, but points per dollar wise, this team is filled with value.
DFC Projection: FanDuel: 25.50 - DraftKings: 27.75
Honorable Mentions: Jameer Nelson Gary Harris, Darren Collison (FD), Elfrid Payton, Evan Fournier
Front Court
Maurice Harkless, Portland Trail Blazers ($4,600 FD - $4,500 DK)
Portland-Orlando is filled with value tonight, and their studs are also in play. Maurice Harkless should be a lock for 30+ minutes tonight with the injuries to Portland's forwards. Orlando ranks 23rd against small forwards this season, and Portland's 109 total is one of the sneakier totals to go after tonight. Jusuf Nurkic is also in play for mainly tournaments, going up against an Orlando front court that ranks 23rd against centers. Nukric played just 21 minutes last time out against Utah, but there has been talks of him starting tonight. If he can hover around 25 minutes, he should be able to crush value at his cheap price tag.
DFC Projection: FanDuel: 20.79 - DraftKings: 22.95
Aaron Gordon, Orlando Magic ($4,500 FD - $4,900 DK)
Serge Ibaka is out of town, and when Ibaka has been off the floor, Aaron Gordon has seen a 2% usage bump. Gordon is projected to move to the four now, which Portland ranks bottom five against. His recent performances before the break have been ugly, but this is a great spot to rebound for him. Portland ranks 24th in rebounding, and have allowed the third most fantasy points per game to power forwards this season. Al-Farouq Aminu being ruled out, also hurts their defense. Orlando's starting five is all in play for me tonight, but keep an eye on who comes out in the starting lineup.
DFC Projection: FanDuel: 30.26 - DraftKings: 32.98
Honorable Mentions: Jusuf Nurkic, Channing Frye, Willie Cauley-Stein
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