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We have somewhat of a smaller slate for a Friday night. There are only seven games tonight after a four game Thursday slate. This must be the new NBA schedule, as they attempt to limit back-to-back sets. Still, there are plenty of options to be considered tonight.
In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for FanDuel on 10/26/18. These DFS lineup picks can vary from higher-priced players and elite options to lower-priced players and value picks on FanDuel. You can also check out today's DraftKings lineup picks and our Premium DFS Cheat Sheet. And don't forget to check out our brand new NBA DFS Matchup Ratings tool with daily player projections.
Make sure you don't set your lineups too early and also be sure to check player statuses and availability prior to opening tip. Find me on Twitter at @BalesSJustin. Good luck.
FanDuel DFS Guards
Chris Paul - PG, vs LAC ($9,700)
Paul has only played in two games before being suspended for an altercation with Rajon Rondo. In those two games, Paul is averaging 23.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, 8.0 assists, and 1.5 steals in 31.0 minutes per game. He'll see an extended role tonight with James Harden injured, and the entire offense should run through Paul, and he has tremendous double double potential.
Wesley Matthews - SG, at TOR ($5,100)
Matthews has been playing well with Harrison Barnes injured, and that could continue tonight. If Barnes is ruled out tonight, Matthews can slide into all leagues. Through four games, Matthews is averaging 19.3 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.3 assists in 33.6 minutes per game. If Barnes returns tonight, Matthews will lose minutes and usage. Barnes' injury is a situation to monitor tonight.
FanDuel DFS Forwards
Anthony Davis - PF, vs BKN ($13,000)
It's difficult to pay this much for a player, but it's nearly impossible to avoid Davis on any slate. He has played full minutes in two games this season, scoring 70.6 and 80.2 fantasy points in those two games. Overall, he's averaging 33.0 points, 14.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 4.0 blocks, and 2.0 steals in 39.5 minutes per game in those two games. It is somewhat concerning that the New Orleans Pelicans could blow out the Brooklyn Nets, but Davis still makes a great option.
Nikola Mirotic - SF, vs BKN ($7,500)
This game is likely to be the highest scoring on the slate, meaning we can use multiple players from both teams. Mirotic has found plenty of success early this season, averaging 28.0 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 30.2 minutes per game. He's a major part in the Pelicans offense, and he is locked into big minutes on a nightly basis. There are a plethora of options to consider from this game, and Mirotic is a great one.
FanDuel DFS Centers
Jarrett Allen - C, at NO ($6,400)
Allen has been enjoying a breakout season, as he's averaging 12.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks in 28.1 minutes per game. He's a major building block for the Brooklyn Nets, meaning he'll continue to be locked into big minutes on a nightly basis. Allen stated that he's putting an emphasis on blocks, and that has flashed early this season. As mentioned above, this is going to be an extremely fast paced game, giving Allen extra opportunities to score fantasy points.
