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NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/29/18

by Mike Barner 0 Comments

*Mike Barner — @rotomikebarner*

The NBA starts off the week with nine games on the schedule Monday. With so many options to wade through, let’s get right down to business and examine some value plays that could be in line for big performances. Don’t forget to sign up for our Newsletter and try our Playerlab tool, where you can filter the stats that matter the most and help build a winning entry on FanDuel and DraftKings.

POINT GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/29/18

Cameron Payne, CHI vs. GS
FanDuel = $5,500
DraftKings = $4,800

With Kris Dunn (knee) out for over a month, Payne will continue to start at point guard for the Bulls. Across five starts this year, he’s averaging 11 points, 2.4 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.8 three-pointers per contest. This game feels like a blowout in the making, but Payne should still get enough playing time to provide value, especially since the Warriors play at the eighth-fastest pace (103.6 possessions per game) in the league.

Derrick Rose, MIN vs. LAL
FanDuel = $4,800
DraftKings = $5,100

Rose has been one of the key cogs off the bench for the Timberwolves, averaging 28 minutes per contest. His 41.4 percent shooting percentage isn’t great, but he’s still averaging 14.8 points. Scoring hasn’t been his only area of value, either, with averages of 3.5 rebounds and 4.5 assists, as well. The Lakers have allowed the second-most points per game (122.2) and play at the fifth-fastest-pace (106.4), leaving Rose with a matchup to exploit.

SHOOTING GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/29/18

Wesley Matthews, DAL at SA
FanDuel = $5,000
DraftKings = $5,200

Quick, who is leading the Mavericks in scoring this season? Is it their promising rookie Luka Doncic? Maybe it’s Dennis Smith Jr., who had a 28.9 percent usage rate last year? Nope, it’s the veteran Matthews at 20 points per game. Known more for his defensive abilities, Matthews has cashed in his career-high 23.3 percent usage rate in the early going. It’s hard to imagine him keeping this up for the entire season, but he’s playing 34 minutes a game and is clearly a key part of the Mavericks’ starting lineup.

Monte Morris, DEN vs. NO
FanDuel = $4,800
DraftKings = $4,500

With Isaiah Thomas (hip) yet to play in a game this year, Morris has worked his way into an expanded role. He’s shown some promise, averaging 13.3 points, four rebounds, six assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.3 three-points in all three games in which he has logged at least 20 minutes. The Pelicans play at the fourth-fastest pace (106.8), which could lead to a productive outing from Morris on Monday.

SMALL FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/29/18

Harrison Barnes, DAL at SA
FanDuel = $5,300
DraftKings = $5,200

The Mavericks had a severe lack of talent last year, leading Barnes to average 18.9 points and 1.5 three-pointers with a 25.2 percent usage rate. Barnes was sidelined to start the season due to a hamstring injury, but is healthy now and logged 34 minutes Sunday against the Jazz. His shot has been off so far, but it’s encouraging to see him get at least 13 field goal attempts in both games. His value is mostly limited to points and rebounds, but he is still someone to consider at this reduced price.

Justise Winslow, MIA vs. SAC
FanDuel = $4,700
DraftKings = $4,200

Winslow has only played one game this season because of a hamstring issue of his own. He logged 19 minutes in that contest Saturday against the Blazers and came out of the game with no apparent ill effects. His minutes upside is limited even when he is healthy, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore him for your entry. The Heat could put up a lot of points in this game with the Kings allowing the third-most points per game (120.3) and playing at the third-fastest pace (107.3).

POWER FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/29/18

Trey Lyles, DEN vs. NO
FanDuel = $4,300
DraftKings = $4,300

The injury to Will Barton (groin) has opened up a little extra playing time for Lyles. He’s logged at least 20 minutes in all three games since Barton went down, averaging 9.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, three assists, and 1.3 steals. Morris certainly has the higher upside of the two key reserves for the Nuggets, but Lyles is also someone to consider if you’re looking to save money at power forward.

Ersan Ilyasova, MIL vs. TOR
FanDuel = $4,100
DraftKings = $4,100

The Bucks could be without their best player Monday as Giannis Antetokounmpo is listed as questionable due to a concussion. If he can’t play, that leaves a huge void in their offense. Ilyasova could enter the starting five if Giannis sits, which would leave him with significantly more upside than his current role off the bench. That being said, you might want to consider Ilyasova even if Giannis does play since he is one of the key parts of their second unit.

CENTERS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/29/18

Julius Randle, NO at DEN
FanDuel = $6,300
DraftKings = $6,200

Randle started in place of Anthony Davis (elbow) on Saturday, but he only played 19 minutes. It was a tough matchup against Rudy Gobert, which could be the main reason why he finished with just 12 points and three rebounds. Davis’ status is in doubt again Monday, potentially leaving Randle with another opportunity to start. If that’s the case, he could be a great option since he won’t have to deal with Gobert again.

Dewayne Dedmon, ATL at PHI
FanDuel = $4,500
DraftKings = $4,700

With Dedmon missing the start of the season due to an ankle injury, Alex Len was given a chance to start at center. He didn’t do much with his opportunity, but he has continued to start even after Dedmon’s return. It wouldn’t be surprising for him to lose the job soon, though, especially since Dedmon looked great Saturday with 13 points, 13 rebounds and five blocks against the Bulls. Facing Joel Embiid is no easy task, but Dedmon is still someone to consider if you want to go really cheap at center.

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/18/18

by Mike Barner 0 Comments

*Mike Barner — @rotomikebarner*

The NBA takes a step back from the 11-game slate Wednesday with only three games on the schedule Thursday. Even with so few options, there are still some great value plays to consider. Don’t forget to sign up for our Newsletter and try our Playerlab tool, where you can filter the stats that matter the most and help build a winning entry on FanDuel and DraftKings.

POINT GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/18/18

Goran Dragic, MIA at WAS
FanDuel = $6,200
DraftKings = $6,000

The Heat were extremely shorthanded Wednesday with James Johnson, Justise Winslow, Dion Waiters, and Wayne Ellington all sidelined. Dragic was one of the players who stepped up in their absence, scoring 26 points to go along with four rebounds, four assists and one block in 32 minutes versus the Magic. There is a chance that all four players will sit again Thursday, which would again leave Dragic with an added role in the offense. He might lose a few assists without as many quality players around him, but he should make up for that with added scoring.

Cameron Payne, CHI at PHI
FanDuel = $4,000
DraftKings = $3,600

Payne enters this season as the backup at point guard to Kris Dunn. Payne had a few decent games last year when given extended playing time, but a lot of those performances came when Dunn was injured. Even though his playing time will be somewhat limited, the Bulls are extremely thin at point guard outside of him and Dunn. In 23 minutes per game last year, Payne averaged 8.8 points, 4.5 assists, one steal and 1.4 three-pointers per contest. His upside isn’t great, but if the Bulls get down big on the road against the far superior Sixers, Payne could be productive in garbage time.

SHOOTING GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/18/18

J.J. Redick, PHI vs. CHI
FanDuel = $5,400
DraftKings = $5,100

The Sixers are going with an odd strategy of using Markelle Fultz as the starting shooting guard to begin games, but then starting Redick there for the third quarter. Fultz ended up playing 24 minutes under that arrangement in their season opener, but he didn’t play well. Redick, on the other hand, scored 16 points and hit two three-pointers in 29 minutes. Fultz is going to have his growing pains, so expect Redick to edge him out in playing time, at least for now. The Bulls are not a good defensive team, so Redick might be able to light them up from behind the arc.

Justin Holiday, CHI at PHI
FanDuel = $4,500
DraftKings = $4,300

The Bulls entered the preseason with the intention of starting Jabari Parker at small forward and Lauri Markkanen at power forward. Once Markkanen went down with an elbow injury, it opened the door for Parker to slide to power forward and for Holiday to enter the starting five. Parker has since been moved to a sixth man role off the bench, but Holiday remains a member of the starting unit. He won’t get a ton of shots playing alongside Zach LaVine and Bobby Portis, but he should get enough playing time to be worth considering at this cheap price.

SMALL FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/18/18

Josh Richardson, MIA at WAS
FanDuel = $6,900
DraftKings = $6,200

Not only did Dragic benefit from the Heat’s lack of depth Wednesday, but Richardson finished the game with 21 shot attempts. He wasn’t very efficient and was only 2-for-10 from behind the arc, but he still scored 21 points to go along with five rebounds, three assists, one steal, and one block. Should the Heat have the same injury concerns Thursday, look for Richardson to play a vital role in their offense.

Otto Porter Jr., WAS vs. MIA
FanDuel = $6,400
DraftKings = $5,600

Porter doesn’t get a lot of headlines playing with John Wall and Bradley Beal, but he’s a fine player in his own right. He doesn’t always get a lot of shot attempts, but he’s been efficient with a field goal percentage of at least 50.3% in both of the last two seasons. Not only does he provide added value on the glass, but he also averaged 1.5 steals last year and has recorded at least 1.4 steals per contest in each of the last three seasons. Don’t count on him to provide as much scoring as Richardson, but Porter is still a viable option for your entry.

POWER FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/18/18

Bobby Portis, CHI at PHI
FanDuel = $5,700
DraftKings = $5,700

The Bulls made a somewhat surprising decision late in the preseason to start Portis ahead of Parker. Portis was ticketed to provide a ton of energy off their bench, but the Bulls decided to move Parker to a bench role after they struggled mightily on the defensive end at the start of the preseason. Portis is instant offense, posting the second-highest usage rate (26%) on the team last year. LaVine is going to take a ton of shots, but Portis might be the second best offensive weapon among their starters.

Markieff Morris, WAS vs. MIA
FanDuel = $5,000
DraftKings = $5,000

The Wizards added Dwight Howard over the summer, but he’s battling a back injury and is listed as questionable for this contest. Even if he does take the floor, he may not be completely healthy. The Wizards don’t have a ton of quality size up front behind Howard and Morris with their backups including Jeff Green, Ian Manhimi and Jason Smith. Morris might be forced to spend some additional time at center in this game, giving him added opportunities to provide value. He’s going to take a back seat offensively to Wall, Beal, and Porter, but he still chipped in 11.5 points and 5.6 rebounds across 27 minutes per game last year.

CENTERS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleeper Lineup Picks for 10/18/18

JaVale McGee, LAL at POR
FanDuel = $4,500
DraftKings = $4,500

The Lakers made several additions during the offseason, one of which was adding McGee to their very shallow group of centers. McGee is expected to start, but he likely won’t see traditional starter’s minutes. Expect the Lakers to deploy a lot of small lineups. With that being said, McGee is still going to play more than the 10 minutes a game he averaged last year with the Warriors. He also has the opportunity for a lot of easy buckets catching passes from LeBron James, Rajon Rondo and Lonzo Ball. McGee is also a great source for blocks, making him someone to target in tournament play at this cheap price.

Bam Adebayo, MIA at WAS
FanDuel = $4,300
DraftKings = $4,900

The Heat were a bit of a mess at center last season. Hassan Whiteside was expected to be their anchor in the middle, but he averaged only 25 minutes a game. That opened up the door for Adebayo to get extra minutes. Whiteside did play 33 minutes in their opener Wednesday, but Abebayo still logged 22 minutes due to all of their injuries. He chipped in nine points, eight rebounds, and a steal, helping him stay in the discussion as a value play option Thursday. However, I do prefer McGee to Adebayo if you want to save money at center.

NBA Fantasy Basketball Schedule Analysis for Week 24

by Mike Barner 0 Comments

*Mike Barner*


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NBA Fantasy Basketball Schedule Analysis for Week 24

It’s important to know the intricacies of the NBA schedule to gain an advantage over your opponent in a head-to-head fantasy league as starting your best players might not always give you the best chance to win. Here are some moves you might want to consider for your team based on the week ahead.

Teams With The Most Games – 4 Games Each
Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, Washington Wizards

There are 17 teams who each play four games this week, which is a big help considering the number of injuries piling up across the league. If you need some help for your squad in what is likely championship week in your league, consider adding the players below who are still available in the majority of leagues.

NBA Fantasy Basketball Schedule Analysis for Week 24

Quinn Cook, Golden State Warriors

The Warriors have been decimated by injuries to their star players, the most significant of which is to Stephen Curry (knee). Curry returned from an ankle injury only to hurt his knee and will not only miss the rest of the regular season but also likely part of the playoffs. Quinn has excelled with Curry out, averaging 19.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 2.5 three-pointers in his last six games. It’s important to note that Kevin Durant (ribs), Klay Thompson (thumb) and Draymond Green (illness) have all missed time during that stretch as well. Durant and Green are likely to return at some point this week, which would limit Cook’s role in the offense. However, with Curry and Thompson out, Cook will get enough playing time to provide a boost if your squad needs a guard. He’s still available in 57% of Yahoo! leagues.

Cameron Payne, Chicago Bulls

The Bulls are tanking hard down the stretch and have been extra cautious with injuries, one of which is to starting point guard Kris Dunn (toe). Dunn is likely out for most, if not all, of Week 24. Even if he does play at some point this week, he would likely be on a minutes restriction. Payne has played well in Dunn’s absence, averaging 11 points, 3.4 rebounds, 6.2 assists and 1.8 three-pointers in five starts. He won’t help your shooting percentage though as he is shooting just 42.2% from the field this season. If you need assists and three-pointers though, he could be a valuable addition who is still available in 85% of Yahoo! leagues.

Luke Kennard, Detroit Pistons

Kennard is having his best month of the season in March, averaging 11 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.4 three-pointers in 10 games. It’s no coincidence that his playing time has been on the rise, averaging 26 minutes per contest over that same stretch. Three of his four games this week are great matchups against the Lakers, Knicks, and Nets. The Lakers and the Nets are both in the top seven in the league in pace of play and the Knicks are struggling mightily down the stretch. Kennard is still available in 95% of Yahoo! leagues, but could be in line for a big week when it might matter to you the most.

Teams With The Fewest Games – 2 Games Each
Toronto Raptors

The Raptors are the only team with just two games this week, dealing a significant blow to the players on their roster. Of the teams playing three games each this week, some are dealing with injury issues as well. Here are some players that you may normally start who might be better suited to be on your bench this week.

NBA Fantasy Basketball Schedule Analysis for Week 24

Hassan Whiteside, Miami Heat

The Heat have three games this week, but Whiteside (hip) hasn’t played in eight straight games. The Heat still have yet to announce a timetable for his return, which is not encouraging for him this week. With their first game coming up quickly Tuesday, it’s reasonable to expect him to miss at least one more contest. Even if he does return at some point this week, he could be on a minutes restriction. He’s a great option when healthy, but he’s just too risky to put into your lineup this week.

Jonas Valanciunas, Toronto Raptors

Valanciunas is closing out the season on a high note, averaging 16.1 points, 9.6 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game in March. However, having only two games this week really hurts his value. One of them is against the Celtics, a team he only averaged four points and five rebounds against in two previous games this season. His playing time can be inconsistent as well, so the time might be right to place him on your bench.

Serge Ibaka, Toronto Raptors

Unlike Valanciunas, Ibaka is not playing well down the stretch, averaging just 10.4 points, 6.4 rebounds and 0.8 blocks in March. Ibaka’s value comes mainly from being able to provide contributions in multiple categories, but he doesn’t excel in any one particular area. With only two games this week, he just won’t have enough opportunities to help you across the board to warrant putting him in your lineup.

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/23/18

by Mike Barner 0 Comments

*Mike Barner*

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/23/18

The NBA brings a big slate Friday with 20 teams in action. There are a lot of options as a result, but it’s key to find the right cheap daily fantasy basketball sleepers to hopefully help create a winning entry. Sign up for our Newsletter and try our Playerlab tool, where you can filter the stats that matter the most and find the value players that are low-owned on FanDuel and DraftKings like Jabari Parker and Devin Harris.

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POINT GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/23/18

Darren Collison, IND vs. LAC
FanDuel = $6,000
DraftKings = $5,800

Collison missed over a month due to injury, but is healthy now and has played at least 31 minutes in back-to-back games, which is a good sign for his playing time moving forward. He has at least six assists in three straight contests and is hot from behind the arc, shooting a combined 10-for-17 on three-pointers in his last four games. The Clippers play at the sixth-fastest pace (101.3 possessions per game) in the league, potentially giving Collison added opportunities to provide value Friday.

Cameron Payne, CHI vs. MIL
FanDuel = $5,600
DraftKings = $5,400

The Bulls are running out of healthy guards with Kris Dunn (toe), Zach LaVine (knee) and Antonio Blakeney (wrist) all out Friday. Payne will continue to start at the point and has averaged 9.3 points, three rebounds, 7.3 assists and two three-pointers in his three previous starts this season. The Bucks are a tough defensive team, but the Bulls severe lack of depth gives Payne a high enough minutes floor to consider him for your entry.

SHOOTING GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/23/18

Wayne Ellington, MIA at OKC
FanDuel = $4,500
DraftKings = $4,600

Dwyane Wade (hamstring) will be out again Friday, marking the sixth straight game that he has missed. Ellington has been one of the primary beneficiaries of his absence, logging at least 30 minutes in four of the first five contests that Wade missed. He’s cashed in his extra playing time, averaging 15.2 points, three rebounds, one steal and four three-pointers during that five-game stretch. If he is dialed in from behind the arc, he has the potential to outproduce this price point.

Devin Harris, DEN at WAS
FanDuel = $4,300
DraftKings = $4,000

Gary Harris (knee) will sit again Friday, likely resulting in more playing time for Devin Harris. Devin has played well with the added minutes, averaging 13.5 points, 2.5 rebounds, seven assists and two three-pointers in his last two games. He doesn’t have the same kind of offensive upside that Ellington does, but his ability to contribute in other areas might actually give him a higher upside at a cheaper price.

SMALL FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/23/18

David Nwaba, CHI vs. MIL
FanDuel = $4,400
DraftKings = $4,700

The rebuilding Bulls may have found themselves a useful bench player for the future in Nwaba, who plays with a ton of energy and attacks the rim. His jump shot still has a long way to go, but the Bulls are going to continue to give him minutes down the stretch to develop his game, especially with all of their injuries. His numbers don’t jump off the page, but Nwaba is averaging a respectable 9.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.8 assists and one block in his last six games. He doesn’t have as much value as he did when he was starting for a stretch earlier this season, but he’s still a viable option to consider.

Shabazz Muhammad, MIL at CHI
FanDuel = $3,700
DraftKings = $4,100

The Bucks will likely be without Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) on Friday, who is listed as doubtful to play against the Bulls. That would leave a huge hole in their offense as he has the fifth-highest usage rate (31.5%) in the league. While it’s a very small sample size, Muhammad has shown he is going to be involved offensively when he is on the court since joining the Bucks, posting a 25% usage rate in four games. He played 14 minutes in the game when Giannis suffered the injury Wednesday, finishing with 12 points, four rebounds, two assists and one steal. The Bulls have allowed an average of 117.2 points in their last six games, so Muhammad is someone to consider taking a chance on in tournament play.

POWER FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/23/18

Jabari Parker, MIL at CHI
FanDuel = $5,700
DraftKings = $5,400

Parker had his best game of the season Wednesday against the Clippers, scoring 20 points to go along with six rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block. It’s no coincidence that he also played a season-high 30 minutes in that contest. Expect him to log similar minutes if Giannis does indeed sit, giving him tremendous upside against the depleted Bulls. It’s hard to pass him up considering his price on both sites.

Kevon Looney, GS vs. ATL
FanDuel = $4,800
DraftKings = $4,100

The Warriors are decimated by injuries right now, but Stephen Curry (ankle) is expected to return Friday. They will still be without Klay Thompson (thumb), Kevin Durant (ribs) and Draymond Green (pelvis) though, leaving plenty of minutes and scoring opportunities for their bench players. Looney has played at least 20 minutes in four straight games, averaging 10.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 2.3 blocks. The Hawks allow the third-most points per game on both FanDuel and DraftKings to opposing power forwards, making Looney a great cost-effective option to consider.

CENTERS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/23/18

Mike Muscala, ATL at GS
FanDuel = $4,400
DraftKings = $4,400

Muscala has started both of the last two games with John Collins (ankle) sidelined, averaging eight points, 4.5 rebounds, one steal, one block and two three-pointers. With Collins listed as questionable for Friday, Muscala could be in line for another start. It would be a favorable matchup if he does against a Warriors team that deploys a lot of small lineups and plays at the fourth-fastest pace (102.3) in the league.

Cristiano Felicio, CHI vs. MIL
FanDuel = $4,200
DraftKings = $4,200

Although it hasn’t always looked pretty, Felicio has produced statistically of late, averaging 14.3 points and seven rebounds in his last three games. The Bulls are tanking hard down the stretch, so expect them to continue to give Felicio added playing time. The Bucks allow the sixth-most FanDuel points per game and the second-most DraftKings points per game to opposing centers, so Felicio is someone to consider in tournament play.

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/21/18

by Mike Barner 0 Comments

*Mike Barner*

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/21/18

There are eight games in the NBA on Wednesday but injuries to star players continue to add up throughout the league. It’s key to find the right cheap daily fantasy basketball sleepers, as a result, to hopefully help create a winning entry. Sign up for our Newsletter and try our Playerlab tool, where you can filter the stats that matter the most and find the value players that are low-owned on FanDuel and DraftKings like Cameron Payne and Devin Harris.

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POINT GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/21/18

Cameron Payne, CHI vs. DEN
FanDuel = $5,500
DraftKings = $5,300

The Bulls will be thin at point guard again Wednesday with Kris Dunn (toe) out. Zach LaVine (knee) and Lauri Markkanen (back) are also listed as doubtful, which could leave the Bulls without arguably their three best players. Payne has started and played at least 29 minutes in both of the last two games with Dunn sidelined, averaging 8.5 points, four rebounds, eight assists and 1.5 three-pointers. The Nuggets allow the fifth-most points per game on both FanDuel and DraftKings to opposing point guards, making Payne someone to strongly consider for your lineup.

Antonio Blakeney, CHI vs. DEN
FanDuel = $4,000
DraftKings = $3,900

Blakeney is instant offense, posting a 24.3% usage rate in 18 games with the Bulls this season. He’s played at least 25 minutes in each of the Bulls last three games due to their injuries, scoring at least 10 points in all three contests. He was especially involved in their last two games, attempting 26 total shots. With the Bulls likely desperate for offense Wednesday, Blakeney is a viable option at this cheap price.

SHOOTING GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/21/18

Devin Harris, DEN at CHI
FanDuel = $4,100
DraftKings = $3,800

The Nuggets will be without Gary Harris (knee) on Wednesday, opening up some minutes in their backcourt. Although Will Barton started in place of Gary on Monday, Devin Harris played 27 minutes, finishing with 13 points, two rebounds, nine assists and one three-pointer. Devin has actually scored at least 10 points in five of his last six games, which might not be that hard to do against the struggling Bulls with added minutes. His upside isn’t high, but he can still provide value.

Malik Monk, CHA at BKN
FanDuel = $3,900
DraftKings = $3,500

The Hornets have their own injury issues with Michael Carter-Williams (shoulder) out for the season and Nicolas Batum (Achilles) doubtful Wednesday. Monk is starting to see increased playing time, averaging 12.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and three three-pointers in his last two games. Both the Hornets and Nets are in the top nine in the league in pace of play, so Monk could have value with added opportunities to produce possibly on tap.

SMALL FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/21/18

DeMarre Carroll, BKN vs. CHA
FanDuel = $5,800
DraftKings = $5,900

Carroll is having his best month of the season in March, averaging 16.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, one steal and 2.8 three-pointers in nine games. He continues to see plenty of playing time, averaging 31 minutes per contest this month. He played well in his last meeting against the Hornets earlier this month, finishing with 15 points, five rebounds, three assists, three steals, one block, and two-three-pointers. Although this isn’t an exciting matchup between two bad teams, Carroll is someone to strongly consider for your entry.

E’Twaun Moore, NO vs. IND
FanDuel = $4,400
DraftKings = $4,300

Moore might not be a flashy option, but he is averaging 11.7 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.5 three-pointers in his last six games. He played at least 28 minutes in each contest, which goes a long way to giving him value since the Pelicans play at the third-fastest pace (102.4 possessions per game) in the league. Jrue Holiday (illness) didn’t play Tuesday and his status is uncertain for Wednesday as well, which could open up an even greater role in the offense for Moore. Even if Holiday does take the floor, Moore’s normal allotment of playing time still makes him a viable option at this price.

POWER FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/21/18

Kelly Olynyk, MIA vs. NY
FanDuel = $6,000
DraftKings = $6,300

The Heat will be without their main man in the middle again Wednesday with Hassan Whiteside (hip) set to his miss his sixth straight game. Olynyk didn’t start any of the first five games that Whiteside was sidelined, but he did average 16.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, four assists, 1.2 steals, 1.8 blocks and two three-pointers per contest. He gets to face a struggling Knicks team that has allowed an average of 113.9 points in their last ten games, so don’t be surprised if he has another big performance.

Noah Vonleh, CHI vs. DEN
FanDuel = $4,000
DraftKings = $4,100

The Bulls already wanted to give Vonleh an extended look before they started to suffer all of their injuries, so he’s primed for extended playing time again Wednesday. He has logged at least 26 minutes in three straight games, averaging eight points, 9.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists. He shot a combined 10-for-31 (32.2%) from the field, so his scoring average could have been higher if a few extra shots fell his way. The price is right to take a chance on him in tournament play.

CENTERS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/21/18

Kyle O’Quinn, NY at MIA
FanDuel = $5,300
DraftKings = $4,700

With nothing left to play for but a high draft pick, Knicks starting center Enes Kanter has logged 24 minutes or fewer in each of his last five games. O’Quinn continues to see consistent playing time off the bench, logging at least 21 minutes in four of his last five contests. He’s not always a reliable source of offense, but O’Quinn averaged 8.2 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.8 blocks in that five-game stretch. With the Heat missing their best rebounder in Whiteside, O’Quinn is someone to consider for your lineup.

Bam Adebayo, MIA vs. NY
FanDuel = $4,300
DraftKings = $4,900

Adebayo has started the last five games with Whiteside out, averaging 6.8 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists. He only shot 11-for-38 (28.9%) from the field in the last four games, but it shows he’s been involved offensively despite his low scoring average. Olynyk certainly has the higher upside out of the two players helping fill in for Whiteside, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore Adebayo if you want to save money at center Wednesday.

NBA Fantasy Basketball Schedule Analysis for Week 23

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NBA Fantasy Basketball Schedule Analysis for Week 23

It’s important to know the intricacies of the NBA schedule to gain an advantage over your opponent in a head-to-head fantasy league as starting your best players might not always give you the best chance to win. Here are some moves you might want to consider for your team based on the week ahead.

Teams With The Most Games – 4 Games Each
Atlanta Hawks, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz

With more than half of the teams in the league playing at least four games each this week, it’s a big help considering the rash of injuries across the league. If your roster is depleted, consider adding the players below who are still available in the majority of leagues.

NBA Fantasy Basketball Schedule Analysis for Week 23

Jeremy Lamb, Charlotte Hornets

The Hornets had the slimmest of playoffs hopes to begin with but suffered a significant blow Saturday with the loss of Nicolas Batum (Achilles). He has already been ruled out for Monday and while there is no definitive timetable for his return, there is really no reason to push him back onto the floor if he’s still in pain. Lamb has played well as a starter this season, averaging 16.1 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.7 three-pointers in 14 games. He’s still available in 61% of Yahoo! leagues and could be in line for a monster week if Batum misses an extended period of time.

Dillon Brooks, Memphis Grizzlies

Brooks has been stellar offensively in March, averaging 18 points and 2.1 three-pointers in nine games while shooting 45.1% from the field and 82.1% from the charity stripe. Even with Tyreke Evans back for the last two games, Brooks scored at least 15 points and hit at least two three-pointers in both contests. He has excellent matchups this week against the Nets, Sixers, Hornets, and Lakers as all four teams are in the top eight in the league in pace of play. He won’t provide you with much in other categories, but if you need an offensive boost, he’s still available in 73% of Yahoo! leagues.

Cameron Payne, Chicago Bulls

If you could say one of the worst teams in the league has played surprisingly well this season, that team would be the Bulls. Picked to be the worst team in the league by many at the start of the season, they have managed to win 24 games already. They are in full tank mode now though and started resting veterans after the All-Star break to the point where the league got involved. This week looks even bleaker in terms of depth at guard with Kris Dunn (toe) and Zach LaVine (knee) out for at least Monday. They have a back-to-back set Friday and Saturday, so expect LaVine to sit out at least one of those two games as well. Payne played well with both players out Saturday, scoring 13 points to go along with 10 assists and three three-pointers. Still available in 88% of Yahoo! leagues, Payne might be a wise pickup if you need a point guard.

Teams With The Fewest Games – 3 Games Each
Boston Celtics, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Sacramento Kings, Washington Wizards

All teams in the league this week play either three or four games, so the advantage is not as drastic as it has been in past weeks. However, as injuries continue to pile up in the league, there are still some valuable players you might want to consider benching this week based on their uncertain status.

NBA Fantasy Basketball Schedule Analysis for Week 23

Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors

Curry (ankle) is going to miss at least Monday’s game against the Spurs before being re-evaluated Tuesday. Even if he is feeling better, it doesn’t make much sense to play him against the lowly Hawks in their next game on Friday. His best-case scenario might be playing in only one game this week against a tough Jazz defense on Sunday, making him someone you want to keep on your bench.

Brandon Ingram, Los Angeles Lakers

Ingram has already been ruled out for Monday’s game against the Pacers, so he’ll only play two games this week at best. The Lakers have nothing left to play for and don’t want to take any chances with one of the key pieces of their future, so don’t expect them to rush Ingram back onto the floor. Although the last two games are juicy matchups against the Pelicans and Grizzlies, there’s too much risk involved with starting Ingram.

Jaylen Brown, Boston Celtics

The Celtics are extremely thin at guard with Brown (concussion), Kyrie Irving (knee) and Marcus Smart (thumb) all battling injuries. Brown has missed the last four games and has not yet been cleared from the concussion protocol. The Celtics first game this week is Tuesday, so it seems like a stretch that he’ll be ready to play in that contest. He doesn’t excel in any one category, to begin with, so make sure he’s on your bench with a short week in the works.

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/15/18

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NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/15/18

Thursday is a busy night in the NBA with nine games on the slate. There are a lot of options as a result, but it’s key to find the right cheap daily fantasy basketball sleepers to hopefully help create a winning entry. Sign up for our Newsletter and try our Playerlab tool, where you can filter the stats that matter the most and find the value players that are low-owned on FanDuel and DraftKings like Cameron Payne and Jarell Martin.

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POINT GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/15/18

Cameron Payne, CHI at MEM
FanDuel = $3,900
DraftKings = $3,800

Payne did not play well after the Bulls acquired him from the Thunder at the trade deadline last year and has missed most of this season due to injury. However, he’s healthy now and the Bulls are giving just about all of their young players an extended look. Payne has played at least 16 minutes in five straight games, averaging 10.2 points, two rebounds, 2.4 assists, two steals and 1.6 three-pointers. Bulls coach Fred Hoiberg even said they want to start giving Payne some minutes late in pressure situations, so more playing time could be on the horizon as well. The Grizzlies are really struggling right now, so Payne has some upside at near the minimum price.

T.J. McConnell, PHI at NY
FanDuel = $3,600
DraftKings = $3,700

McConnell is in the middle of his worst month of the season, averaging just 4.9 points, 2.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists and one steal through seven games in March. He logged at least 20 minutes in all but one of those contests, so at least he is still seeing consistent playing time. In his last game against the Knicks just over a month ago, McConnell posted a triple-double in 37 minutes. Both Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid played in that game, but McConnell had the hot had. The Knicks have lost eight in a row and are really struggling defensively, so McConnell could be in line for a valuable performance Thursday.

SHOOTING GUARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/15/18

Ben McLemore, MEM vs. CHI
FanDuel = $4,900
DraftKings = $5,200

The Grizzlies are still dealing with several injuries as Andrew Harrison (wrist) is out, Mario Chalmers (hamstring) is doubtful and Tyreke Evans (ribs) is questionable for Thursday. McLemore has taken on a larger role with the Grizzlies shorthanded, resulting in him playing at least 30 minutes in four of his last six games. The Bulls allow the third-most points per game on both FanDuel and DraftKings to opposing shooting guards, leaving McLemore as a viable option for your entry.

Luke Kennard, DET at DEN
FanDuel = $3,800
DraftKings = $3,800

With Stanley Johnson and Reggie Bullock (back) battling injuries lately, Kennard has played at least 31 minutes in three straight games. He made the most of his opportunity, averaging 12.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, three assists and 1.3 three-pointers in those contests. Johnson did return Tuesday against the Jazz, but Kennard still managed to play 36 minutes in a blowout loss with Bullock out. Bullock is listed as questionable Thursday and if he is out again, Kennard becomes a player to consider at this price.

SMALL FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/15/18

Dillon Brooks, MEM vs. CHI
FanDuel = $5,000
DraftKings = $4,800

Brooks has taken on a larger role in the Grizzlies offense due to all of their injuries, posting a 25.4% usage rate in March. He doesn’t provide many rebounds or assists, but he is averaging 20.2 points and 2.4 three-pointers in his last five contests. One of those games came against these same Bulls when he finished with 29 points and five three-pointers. The Bulls allow the seventh-most points per game (109.5) in the league, so don’t be surprised if Brooks has another big scoring night.

C.J. Miles, TOR at IND
FanDuel = $3,500
DraftKings = $3,700

The Raptors are expected to have limited depth at small forward Thursday with both OG Anunoby (ankle) and Normal Powell (ankle) listed as doubtful. Even if he doesn’t start, expect Miles to see more playing time in this contest. He has logged at least 20 minutes in a game 20 times this season, averaging 12.5 points, 2.6 rebounds and three three-pointers per contest. His main contribution is on the offensive end, but he’s priced low enough to consider Thursday even with his limitations in other categories.

POWER FORWARDS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/15/18

Jarrell Martin, MEM vs. CHI
FanDuel = $4,600
DraftKings = $5,100

Martin completes the trio of cheap Grizzlies players to consider Thursday. He’s been one of the more consistent players for the Grizzlies down the stretch, averaging 15.5 points, six rebounds, 2.7 assists and one three-pointer in his last six games. His playing time has increased in each of the last three months and is sitting at a season-high 30 minutes per game in March. Added playing time against the Bulls poor defense is a recipe for success Thursday.

Noah Vonleh, CHI at MEM
FanDuel = $3,600
DraftKings = $3,800

Vonleh started the Bulls last game Tuesday against the Clippers with Lauri Markkanen (back) out, finishing with eight points, seven rebounds, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes. His line could have been even better too if he didn’t shoot just 3-for-11 from the field. Markkanen won’t play Thursday either, so expect Vonleh to see an expanded role once again. His upside isn’t very high, but he can threaten for a double-double with the added minutes.

CENTERS

NBA Daily Fantasy Basketball Sleepers Lineup Picks for 3/15/18

Enes Kanter, NY vs. PHI
FanDuel = $5,800
DraftKings = $6,700

Kanter did not play Sunday because of a back injury but he returned Tuesday to grab 15 rebounds in 21 minutes. He wasn’t aggressive offensively in his limited playing time, attempting just four shots. He’s played very well in two previous games against the Sixers this season, averaging 24 points and 17.5 rebounds. Kanter had a double-double in three of his previous four games before suffering his injury, so he could be in line for a big performance Thursday.

Mike Muscala, ATL vs. CHA
FanDuel = $4,200
DraftKings = $3,800

The Hawks backcourt is dealing with several injuries right now, but they’re healthy at power forward and center. Even with their full complement of big men, Muscala has played at least 20 minutes in nine of his last 10 games. While they aren’t eye-popping numbers, Muscala has averaged 12.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, one block and three three-pointers in his last three contests. Both the Hawks and the Hornets are in the top 10 in the league in pace of play, so Muscala could get an added opportunity to provide value even in limited minutes Thursday.