Alright, GF2 fans, it’s time once again for my free NBA DFS FanDuel advice for the Saturday slate of games. For this slate, we’ll have a total of 8 games to choose from, so there will be plenty of valuable options. I’m only going to cover the late games and will be giving you all both my top plays and value picks for each position.
So, get ready and take notes!
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NBA DFS FanDuel lineup advice for 12/5/15
Point Guards
Top Play: Rajon Rondo, vs. Rockets ($8,000)
It’s always fun for me when Stephen Curry isn’t playing because I can target a new guy at point guard! I really like Rondo for this slate of games against a Rockets team who allows an average of 41.2 FanDuel points to opposing point guards this year. This season, Rondo has averaged a solid 36.49 FanDuel points per game.
Value Pick: Patrick Beverley, vs. Kings ($3,900)
This Kings versus Rockets matchup will be full of no defense and a ton of offense! Beverley is now the starter at point guard for Houston and is looking to have a big game against a bad defense. This year, Sacramento has allowed an average of 42.9 FanDuel points per game to opposing point guards.
Other Options:
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Damian Lillard, vs. Wolves ($9,500)
Kemba Walker, vs. Bulls ($7,700)
Shooting Guards
Top Pick: James Harden, vs. Kings ($10,800)
I’m not a huge fan of choosing the most obvious players of the night, but Harden has a stellar matchup for this slate! He’ll be facing off against a dreadful Kings defense, who allows an average of 37.6 FanDuel points to shooting guards this season. So far in 2015, Harden has averaged 48.26 FanDuel points per contest, making him a virtual must-play on most occasions.
Value Pick: Zach LaVine, vs. Blazers ($5,800)
If I had to pick one player to stream at shooting guard for this slate of games it’d be LaVine. Not only is he receiving more minutes lately, he’s also been performing quite well. LaVine will get to face off against a Portland team who is the league worst at defending versus shooting guards, allowing an average of 38.5 FanDuel points per game.
Other Options:
Jimmy Butler, vs. Hornets
Giannis Antetokounmpo, vs. Knicks ($6,700)
Small Forwards
Top Pick: Carmelo Anthony, vs. Bucks ($8,300)
It’s extremely difficult sometimes to decide which small forward to go with for DFS because of the huge talent pool at the position. I have a good feeling about Carmelo for this slate of games, who averages 35.67 FanDuel points per contest. He’ll be facing off against a less than stellar Bucks squad, who allows an average of 37.6 FanDuel points per game to opposing small forwards.
Value Pick: Tobias Harris, vs. Clippers ($6,600)
If you’re looking to go cheaper at the small forward position then Harris could very well be the best middle-tier option for you guys. So far this season, he has averaged 28.46 FanDuel points per game and draws a nice matchup for this slate. This season, the Clippers have allowed an average of 37.2 FanDuel points per game, making Harris a solid streaming option.
Other Options:
LeBron James, vs. Heat ($10,000)
Kawhi Leonard, vs. Celtics ($8,900)
Power Forwards
Top Pick: Kristaps Porzingis, vs. Bucks ($7,300)
The power forward position is loaded with great plays, but I’m a firm believer in Porzingis for this slate! So far in 2015, he has averaged a cool 30.13 FanDuel points per game, making him a viable option every night. Porzingis will be facing off against a Bucks squad, who allows an average of 43.7 FanDuel points per contest, so get him into your lineups.
Value Pick: Terrence Jones, vs. vs. Kings ($5,600)
Like I said earlier, this game is going to contain very little defense and a ton of offense! I don’t think Jones is going to put up astronomical numbers by any means, but he could be a cheap, solid play for this slate. So far this season, Sacramento has allowed an average of 42.8 FanDuel points per game to opposing power forwards.
Other Options:
Pau Gasol, vs. Hornets ($8,100)
LaMarcus Aldridge, vs. Celtics ($7,200)
Centers
Top Pick: Nikola Vucevic, vs. Clippers ($7,300)
Coming into the 2015 season, I was super high on Vucevic and he hasn’t let me down. This season, he has averaged 31.54 FanDuel points per game and is one of the most consistent guys at his position. In 2015, the Clippers have allowed an average of 46.6 FanDuel points per contest, making them a prime target to stream opposing centers against them.
Value Pick: Karl-Anthony Towns, vs. Blazers ($6,600)
Towns has been rather disappointing lately, but I see a potential comeback type of game for him on Saturday night. So far this season, he has averaged 29.97 FanDuel points per contest and draws a juicy matchup for this slate. He’ll be taking on a Portland squad, who allows an average of 50.8 FanDuel points per game. So, if you want to take a gamble at center, Towns may be your guy!
Other Options:
DeMarcus Cousins, vs. Rockets ($10,300)
DeAndre Jordan, vs. Magic ($7,200)
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