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After a small three game Thursday slate, we're back onto a larger 10 game Friday slate. There are a plethora of options to choose from, and there aren't many ways you can go wrong with lineup construction.
In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for FanDuel on 12/7/18. 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.
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 in the NBA Chat Room or @BalesSJustin on Twitter.
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FanDuel DFS Guards
Jamal Murray - PG, at CHA ($7,400)
Murray has been playing well recently, as he's averaging 20.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game over the last 10 days. More importantly, he has played 40+ minutes in three of his last five games, and he will be locked into big minutes again tonight. Denver is going to need to score plenty of points to keep up with the Charlotte Hornets in Charlotte, and Murray is their best scorer. He may be best suited for tournaments at this point, though.
Alec Burks - SG, vs SAC ($4,000)
Burks has found a new role with his new team, and he'll continue to play 20+ minutes per game. Since joining the Cleveland Cavaliers, Burks is averaging 12.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.0 steal (22.9 fantasy points) in 25.5 minutes per game. He struggled in his last contest, but has been a great per minute player in his career, and he gets an elite matchup in a pace up game against the Sacramento Kings. Burks can safely be used in all leagues, knowing he can be your cheap option, who has their score dropped.
FanDuel DFS Forwards
LeBron James - SF, at SA ($11,000)
At this point, we know the San Antonio Spurs can't guard LeBron James. In three matchups against SA, James is averaging 36.3 points, 8.0 rebounds, 8.0 assists, and 1.7 steals (60.3 fantasy points) in 38.6 minutes per game. He could see an uptick in usage rating with Brandon Ingram ruled out tonight, as well. James is a player that travels well, and he can be considered in all leagues for his price tag tonight.
Bam Adebayo - PF, at PHO ($5,500)
We finally get Bam Adebayo night! Hassan Whiteside did not travel with the Miami Heat for this game. Instead, Adebayo should draw the start at center against the Phoenix Suns, who feature one of the worst front court defenses in the NBA. On the season, Adebayo is averaging 14.2 points, 13.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.6 blocks on a per-36 minute basis. While he may not see 30+ minutes tonight, he should easily hit value in 25 minutes on the court. He's an elite option for his price tag.
FanDuel DFS Centers
Marc Gasol - C, at NO ($9,000)
Gasol has really struggled in his last two games, causing his price tag to drop significantly. I'd rather him enter this game with a down price tag, though, as this is a great spot for him. Before his last two games, he had scored 50+ fantasy points in five of his last seven games. He'll now see a massive uptick in pace against the New Orleans Pelicans, and the Memphis Grizzlies will need his offensive skillset to keep this game close. Gasol shouldn't be considered in cash games, but he's an elite tournament option tonight.
