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10 games make up Friday night's slate of NBA action. As the season continues to wind down, it's certainly wise to target the more meaningful games, consisting of teams that are still fighting for a playoff berth.
In this article, I will be providing you with daily NBA lineup picks for FanDuel on 3/24/17. The picks will range from some of the elite players, to mid-priced options, and value plays.
If you have any other questions, feel free to hit me up on Twitter, @DemetriRafto. Let's get to it, shall we?
FanDuel DFS Guards
John Wall - PG, at BKN ($10,000)
Although expensive, John Wall is worth every penny, especially against the vulnerable Brooklyn Nets. Coming off a win versus the Phoenix Suns, the Nets take the court for the second time in as many nights, after getting torched (slightly) by Tyler Ulis. Although a rising star, Wall is much more established than Ulis, and should certainly surpass his 10 points, 12 rebounds against the Nets Thursday night. Let's also mention that the Nets surrender the most points per game in the league and have been most vulnerable to the one spot all season. The last time these two teams met, Wall dropped 23 points, 12 assists, and six rebounds over 46 minutes of court time. I wouldn't worry about a blowout hindering some of his stats as the Nets have been a tough out all season, despite their struggles.
Tyreke Evans - SG, at GS ($5,500)
When healthy, Tyreke Evans is a stud for daily fantasy at his low price. When healthy. After missing three of his last four games with an ankle injury, Evans returned to the court on Wednesday against the Milwaukee Bucks and dropped 18 points over 21 minutes. He also added three rebounds and two assists. It's been an up and down year for Evans, as his momentum is continuously halted by injuries. But when he does take the court, he has made it count recently. Prior to the ankle injury, Evans scored 16 points in 24 minutes against Denver, 26 points in 29 minutes against San Antonio, and 12 points in 21 minutes against Denver. He has a difficult matchup against the defending Western Conference champs, but Golden State has been vulnerable against the two guard all season. Expect another double-digit scoring performance from Evans at his low price.
Also Consider: Isaiah Thomas - PG, vs BOS ($8,500)
FanDuel DFS Forwards
Jimmy Butler - SF, vs PHI ($9,500)
The Chicago Bulls currently sit a game behind the Miami Heat for the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. For a majority of the season, the Bulls were sitting pretty, cruising to a playoff berth. Yet were affected by lineup changes, a disheartening relationship with Rajon Rondo, and they began to slump tremendously. Now with Rondo back in the starting five, they are improving slightly, despite the loss of Dwyane Wade. But, Rondo's insertion back into the starting lineup has affected Jimmy Butler for the better. Despite scoring only 16 points against the Detroit Pistons in Chicago's last contest, Butler added 12 assists for his second double-double in as many nights. The last time Buckets faced the Philadelphia 76ers, he dropped 28 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists.
Markieff Morris - PF, at BKN ($6,000)
It's certainly wise to limit your expectations for Markieff Morris, but he's a perfect stack alongside John Wall Friday night. Morris, despite his inconsistencies, is always a threat to flirt with a double-double every time he laces up. Morris' appeal comes in his double-digit scoring and abilities off the glass. Lucky for him, the Brooklyn Nets surrender the second most rebounds per game in the league. He's a solid, inexpensive tournament option.
Also Consider: Julius Randle - PF, vs MIN ($6,700)
FanDuel DFS Centers
Karl-Anthony Towns - C, at LAL ($10,400)
No matter how high his price gets, in FanDuel, DraftKings, and Yahoo, it's hard to stay away from such a dominant and durable player like Karl-Anthony Towns. The Minnesota Timberwolves, with a lot to look forward to in future seasons, enter their 71st contest of the season. So does Towns. The Big KAT hasn't missed a game during his sophomore season in the NBA. He didn't miss one last year either. Towns has posted 12 double-doubles over his last 14 contests and shouldn't have any difficulties against a Los Angeles Lakers squad that allows the third most points per game and the seventh most rebounds per game in the league.
Also Consider: Robin Lopez - C, vs PHI ($5,000)
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