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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
Yogi Ferrell, Dallas Mavericks ($5,600 FD - $6,000 DK)
Yogi Ferrell snagged a two-year deal with Dallas after his recent play, and comes into tonight with a rising DFS price. He is a bit better value on FanDuel, but I would play him as a cheaper guard on DraftKings as well. The minutes have been heavy for Ferrell, playing 36, 38, 38, and 39 in four games with Dallas. Now I am not expecting 9 of 11 from three again, but this is an awesome matchup for Ferrell to keep the run going. The Nuggets have allowed the second most fantasy points per game to opposing point guards this season, and rank dead last in defensive efficiency against the position. Dallas has a 105 total, which is eight points higher than their points per game on the season. Playing the Nuggets will certainly do that. This is probably the last time Ferrell will be considered value, but he remains in play with Williams doubtful.
DFC Projection: FanDuel: 32.19 - DraftKings: 37.00
Jamal Crawford, Los Angeles Clippers ($4,700 FD - $4,700 DK)
The Clippers are a competitive, yet struggling basketball team with Chris Paul out, yet somehow Jamal Crawford has remained cheap throughout his absence. He has played 30 or more minutes in five straight games, and his only real down game came against Golden State the first time around, when they lost 144-98. Outside of that, he has been above 25 fantasy points in five of the last six, and above 20 fantasy points in seven of the last ten games. Toronto's defense has been middle of the road this season, so attacking them isn't as crazy has it has been in the pass. They rank 21st in opponent 3-pt percentage, and 16th in opponent field goal percentage.
DFC Projection: FanDuel: 22.08 - DraftKings: 24.32
Honorable Mentions: Jameer Nelson (If Mudiay is out), Michael Carter-Williams (If Butler is out).
Front Court
Matt Barnes, Sacramento Kings ($3,800 FD - $4,900 DK)
Matt Barnes will continue to be a plug and play value, especially on FanDuel where his price has yet to rise. With Rudy Gay and Garrett Temple out, Barnes has seen 34, 39, and 30 minutes over the last three games. As long as he can avoid running into trouble with the law, we can expect those similar minutes. He has posted double digit rebounds in those three games, although that might be a little tougher against the Bulls, who rank second in rebounding. Chicago has been pretty meh against small forwards this season, allowing the 11th most fantasy points per game, and rank 14th in defensive efficiency.
DFC Projection: FanDuel: 21.84 - DraftKings: 24.08
Tyson Chandler, Phoenix Suns ($5,400 FD - $5,100 DK)
Attacking New Orleans with opposing centers has been the way of the world, even dating back to last year. They rank 23rd in defensive efficiency, and also allow the fifth most fantasy points per game to opposing centers. The Pelicans also rank 29th in rebounding, and I wouldn't be surprised to see Chandler drop 10-15 rebounds tonight. He has averaged 13 and 19 in two games against New Orleans this season, so maybe my rebound projection is a little off.
DFC Projection: FanDuel: 26.32 - DraftKings: 28.00
Honorable Mentions: Taj Gibson, Jon Leuer
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