Memphis Grizzlies Betting Preview

The Memphis Grizzlies beat the Suns, lost to the Clippers, and they play the Magic, Cavs, and Suns next. The Memphis Grizzlies are averaging 123.3 points on 48.6 percent shooting and allowing 115.8 points on 45.1 percent shooting. Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 23 points and 6 rebounds, while Ja Morant is averaging 20.7 points and 7.4 assists. Desmond Bane is the third double-digit scorer and Santi Aldama is grabbing 6.7 rebounds. The Memphis Grizzlies are shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc and 76.8 percent from the free throw line. The Memphis Grizzlies are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 47.8 rebounds per game.

Indiana Pacers Betting Preview

The Indiana Pacers beat the Wizards, lost to the Knicks, and they play the Clippers, Nuggets, and Raptors next. The Indiana Pacers are averaging 115.7 points on 48.8 percent shooting and allowing 115.1 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Pascal Siakam is averaging 20.7 points and 7.3 rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton is averaging 17.8 points and 3.6 rebounds. Benedict Mathurin is the third double-digit scorer and Myles Turner is grabbing 6.6 rebounds. The Indiana Pacers are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 78.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Indiana Pacers are allowing 35.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.5 rebounds per game.

Why the Indiana Pacers will win

• The Pacers have won four of their last five games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
• The Grizzlies have lost five of their last six road games against Pacers teams that held a winning record.
• The Pacers have covered the spread in each of their last four home games after coming off overtime.
• The Grizzlies have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games against teams that held a winning record.

Why the Memphis Grizzlies will win

• The favorites have won each of the Pacers’ last 11 games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
• The Pacers have lost each of their last 10 games as underdogs following an overtime win.
• The Grizzlies have covered the spread in each of their last 10 games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Pacers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games against Grizzlies teams that held a winning record.

Pacers vs Grizzlies Injury Report

The Pacers won’t have Isaiah Jackson.

The Memphis Grizzlies will be without Cam Spencer and Johnny Davis.

Pacers vs Grizzlies Prediction

I’m simply not getting enough points to pull the trigger with the Pacers. The Indiana Pacers entered the break with losses in three of their last five games, and it could’ve been a loss to the Wizards as well, as neither team could get stops. The Grizzlies are too consistent, and they’re 35-19 ATS on the season. The Pacers have failed to cover seven of their last 10 games. The Grizzlies beat the Pacers by 15 points back in December. This line feels like a steal with it being so soft, but I’m not asking any questions. Give me the Grizzlies on the road.

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Boston Celtics Betting Preview

The Boston Celtics beat the Spurs and Heat, and play the Knicks, Raptors, and Pistons next. The Boston Celtics are averaging 117.2 points on 46 percent shooting and allowing 108.2 points on 45 percent shooting. Jayson Tatum is averaging 27 points and 8.7 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown is averaging 22.9 points and 6 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis is the third double-digit scorer and Derrick White is grabbing 4.2 rebounds. The Boston Celtics are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 79.3 percent from the free throw line. The Boston Celtics are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.1 rebounds per game.

Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview

The Philadelphia 76ers lost to the Raptors and Nets, and they play the Nets, Bulls, and Knicks next. The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 109.1 points on 45.6 percent shooting and allowing 112.9 points on 48.6 percent shooting. Tyrese Maxey is averaging 27.6 points and 6.1 assists, while Joel Embiid is averaging 24.9 points and 8.5 rebounds. Paul George is the third double-digit scorer and Kelly Oubre Jr. is grabbing 6.5 rebounds. The Philadelphia 76ers are shooting 34.9 percent from beyond the arc and 78.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Philadelphia 76ers are allowing 36.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39 rebounds per game.

Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win

• The underdogs have won four of the 76ers’ last five games.
• The Celtics have lost five of their last seven games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a win.
• The Celtics have failed to cover the spread in each of their last 10 games as favorites following a home win.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the 76ers’ last eight games at Wells Fargo Center.

Why the Boston Celtics will win

• The Celtics have won 16 of their last 17 games against Atlantic Division opponents following a win.
• The 76ers have lost each of their last six games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The 76ers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games.
• The Celtics have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games at Wells Fargo Center following a home win.

76ers vs Celtics Injury Report

The 76ers will be without Jared McCain, Justin Edwards, Kyle Lowry, and Eric Gordon.

The Celtics will be without Xavier Tillman due to a knee injury.

76ers vs Celtics Prediction

The Boston Celtics are capable of winning comfortably, but I’ll continue to ride the belief that the break is going to cause some sloppy, funky play. A week off breaks a rhythm. Also, the break allowed a team like the 76ers to get healthier. The Celtics have had issues covering these inflated lines, which has led to a 23-31-1 ATS record. The underdog has covered six of the last 10 games between the Celtics and 76ers, and four of those covers were outright wins. No Embiid or PG on the injury report is a sight for sore eyes. Give me the 76ers and the points.

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Orlando Magic Betting Preview

The Orlando Magic lost to the Hawks, beat the Hornets, and they play the Grizzlies, Wizards, and Cavs next. The Orlando Magic are averaging 104 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 105.5 points on 47.4 percent shooting. Franz Wagner is averaging 25.1 points and 4.9 assists, while Paolo Banchero is averaging 22.5 points and 7.1 rebounds. Jalen Suggs is the third double-digit scorer and Anthony Black is grabbing 2.6 rebounds. The Orlando Magic are shooting 30.6 percent from beyond the arc and 76.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Orlando Magic are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.6 rebounds per game.

Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Knicks, beat the Magic, and then play the Pistons, Heat, and Thunder next. The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 116.7 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 119.2 points on 48.1 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 23.7 points and 3.2 rebounds, while Dyson Daniels is averaging 13.9 points and 5.4 rebounds. Onyeka Okongwu is the third double-digit scorer, and Zaccharie Risacher is grabbing 3.3 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 77.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.

Why the Atlanta Hawks will win

• The Magic have lost each of their last eight games following a win.
• The Hawks have won each of their last four games as home underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight games following a win.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the Hawks’ last eight games at State Farm Arena.

Why the Orlando Magic will win

• The Hawks have lost each of their last seven games after coming off overtime.
• The Magic have won 24 of their last 30 games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The Hawks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games after coming off overtime.
• The Magic have covered the spread in 12 of their last 14 games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents.

Hawks vs Magic Injury Report

The Hawks won’t have Jalen Johnson, Kobe Bufkin, Larry Nance Jr., and Vit Krejci.

The Magic will be without Moritz Wagner and Jalen Suggs.

Hawks vs Magic Prediction

The Orlando Magic are one of the teams that could benefit most from the break, as they were struggling despite getting healthy. Maybe some time off can help the Magic adjust and get back to being the East contender they looked like in November. I’m still grabbing the bucket with the Hawks, a team that’s won eight of the last 10 games against the Magic. The Magic have also seen 19 of their 29 losses come on the road. The Hawks have covered nine of their last 10 games. Give me the Hawks in a game they could win outright given the history.

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Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Timberwolves and Raptors, and they play the Knicks, Grizzlies, and Magic next. The Cleveland Cavaliers are averaging 122.5 points on 49.8 percent shooting and allowing 112 points on 45.5 percent shooting. Donovan Mitchell is averaging 23.9 points and 4.8 assists, while Darius Garland is averaging 21.6 points and 6.7 assists. Evan Mobley is the third double-digit scorer and De’Andre Hunter is grabbing 3 rebounds. The Cleveland Cavaliers are shooting 39.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.7 percent from the free throw line. The Cleveland Cavaliers are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.7 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets beat the Hornets and 76ers, and they play the 76ers, Wizards, and Thunder next. The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105 points on 44.1 percent shooting and allowing 111 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24.7 points and 3.6 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 19.1 points and 4.2 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41 rebounds per game.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The Nets have won each of their last nine home games against the Cavaliers following a win.
• The Cavaliers have lost each of their last three games on the first leg of a back-to-back against the Nets.
• The Nets have covered the spread in each of their last five games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
• The Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games on the first leg of a back-to-back against the Nets.

Why the Cleveland Cavaliers will win

• The favorites have won each of the Cavaliers’ last 10 games at Barclays Center.
• The Nets have lost each of their last seven games as underdogs following a home win.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the last four games between the Cavaliers and Nets.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.

Nets vs Cavaliers Injury Report

The Nets will be without Cam Thomas and Noah Clowney.

The Cavs won’t have Dean Wade and JT Thor. Isaac Okoro and Ty Jerome are questionable.

Nets vs Cavaliers Prediction

The Cleveland Cavaliers are capable of blowing the doors off as they’re one of the best teams in the league and are 35-19 ATS on the season. The Cavs blasted the Nets by 29 points back in December. Still, this is a lot of points for two teams coming off the break. Also, the Nets have strung together three straight wins and all of a sudden find themselves in the running for a play-in spot. Maybe the Nets aren’t trying to tank after all? The Nets are also as healthy as they’ve been in a while. The Cavs should win, but it’shard to turn down the points with the Nets given the layoff and the way the Nets entered the break.

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Chicago Bulls Betting Preview

The Chicago Bulls lost to the Pistons and Warriors, and they play the Suns, 76ers, and Clippers next. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 116 points on 46.4 percent shooting and allowing 120.7 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Nikola Vucevic is averaging 19.1 points and 10.3 rebounds, while Coby White is averaging 18.2 points and 4.5 assists. Ayo Dosunmu is the third double-digit scorer and Josh Giddey is grabbing 7.1 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 36.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 34.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.2 rebounds per game.

NY Knicks Betting Preview

The NY Knicks beat the Pacers and Hawks, and they play the Cavs, Celtics, and 76ers next. The NY Knicks are averaging 118.4 points on 49.5 percent shooting and allowing 112.5 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26.1 points and 2.8 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24.7 points and 3.3 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.7 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.6 percent from beyond the arc and 80.7 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 37.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43 rebounds per game.

Why the New York Knicks will win

• The Knicks have won each of their last nine home games on the first leg of a back-to-back.
• The Bulls have lost eight of their last nine night games following a home loss.
• The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine night games following a home loss.
• The favorites have covered the spread in each of the Bulls’ last four games.

Why the Chicago Bulls will win

• The Bulls have won seven of their last eight games as road underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents following a loss.
• The Knicks have lost each of their last four games as favorites against Central Division opponents following a win.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the Knicks’ last six games.
• The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Central Division opponents that held a losing record.

Knicks vs Bulls Injury Report

The Knicks will be without Pacome Dadiet, Michael Robinson, OG Anunoby, Kevin McCullar Jr., and Josh Hart.

The Bulls will be without Patrick Williams and EJ Liddell.

Knicks vs Bulls Prediction

I don’t want to back the Chicago Bulls as much as the next guy, and a Knicks blowout would surprise nobody. However, this is a lot of points for two teams that haven’t played in a week. There’s potential rust on the line, and it’s also a look ahead spot for the Knicks with the Cavs on deck. Also, the Bulls are 2-0 SU and ATS against the Knicks this season. The underdog has also covered eight of the last 10 games between the Bulls and Knicks. The Bulls have 12 wins on the road this season, and the Knicks have seen 10 of their 18 losses come at home. I’ll take a shot with the Bulls and the boatload of points.

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Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview

Portland Trail Blazers Betting Preview

Trail Blazers vs Lakers Prediction

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Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview

Denver Nuggets Betting Preview

Nuggets vs Hornets Prediction

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Phoenix Suns Betting Preview

San Antonio Spurs Betting Preview

Spurs vs Suns Prediction

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Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview

Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview

Bucks vs Clippers Prediction

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Before we dive into the Portland Trail Blazers vs. Los Angeles Lakers game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this evening’s Los Angeles Lakers vs. Portland Trail Blazers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-LeBron James, Point Guard, Los Angeles Lakers $11,200

In my opinion, forward LeBron James has been the driving force behind the Los Angeles Lakers success on the offensive side of the basketball this season. Having stated that, how has the veteran forward performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s review James recent game data to answer that question.

In the 33 games that LeBron James has played for the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2024 NBA regular season, James is averaging 24.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 9.1 assists, 0.5 blocks and 0.9 steals a game.

It is noteworthy that these two teams met previously this season. Who prevailed? How did LeBron James perform in the game? In the Los Angeles Lakers 114-106 win over the Portland Trail Blazers last month, James played exceptionally well. More specifically, LeBron James tallied a massive 38 points, three rebounds and eight assists in the Los Angeles Lakers victory over the Trail Blazers.

It should be noted that the Los Angeles Lakers have listed LeBron James as questionable for Thursday night’s game. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this NBA DFS contest.

In my view, LeBron James is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am rolling with talented Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Anfernee Simons, Guard, Portland Trail Blazers $7,600

In the 51 games that shooting guard Anfernee Simons has played for the Portland Trail Blazers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Simons has averaged 18.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 0.8 steals a game.

More recently, in the Portland Trail Blazers 102-97 win over the Charlotte Hornets last month, Anfernee Simons accumulated 27 points, five rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in the Trail Blazers victory over the Charlotte Hornets.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the Trail Blazers victory over the Hornets, Simons compiled 36.3 Draftkings points.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this Thursday’s NBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Luka Doncic, Guard (Los Angeles Lakers) $11,600: Austin Reaves, Guard (Los Angeles Lakers) $9,200: Deni Avdija, Forward (Portland Trail Blazers) $7,400.

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Before we dive into the Phoenix Suns vs. San Antonio Spurs game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow evening’s Phoenix Suns vs. San Antonio Spurs matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Victor Wembanyama, Center, San Antonio Spurs $12,000

How important has San Antonio center Victor Wembanyama been to the Spurs this season? Let’s take a look at Wembanyama’s game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 46 games that Victor Wembanyama has played for the San Antonio Spurs in the 2024 NBA regular season, Wembanyama has averaged a massive 53.4 Draftking points a game.

More recently, in the San Antonio Spurs 131-121 win over the Washington Wizards nine days ago, Victor Wembanyama played exceptionally well. More specifically, Wembanyama compiled 31 points, 15 rebounds, four assists, three blocks and two steals in the San Antonio Spurs victory over the Washington Wizards.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the San Antonio Spurs win over Wizards just mentioned, Wembanyama amassed a whopping 69.3 Draftkings points.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest.

In my view, Victor Wembanyama is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Chris Paul, Point Guard, San Antonio Spurs $6,400

San Antonio point guard Chris Paul has been the leader in the backcourt that the San Antonio Spurs have needed to win games this season. Let’s take a look at the veteran point guard’s recent game data to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 52 games that point guard Chris Paul has played for the San Antonio Spurs in the 2024 NBA regular season, Paul has averaged 9.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, 8.1 assists, and 1.3 steals a game.

In conclusion, I fully expect Chris Paul to continue his outstanding play in tomorrow night’s NBA regular season game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Kevin Durant, Forward (Phoenix Suns) $9,200: Devin Booker, Guard (Phoenix Suns) $9,000: De’Aaron Fox, Guard (San Antonio Spurs) $8,000.

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Before we dive into the Denver Nuggets vs. Charlotte Hornets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this week’s Charlotte Hornets vs. Denver Nuggets matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Nikola Jokic, Center, Denver Nuggets $12,600

Denver center Nikola Jokic is undoubtedly one of the best players in the National Basketball Association today. Having stated that, how has Jokic played from a statistical perspective this season? Let’s examine Jokic’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the last 49 games that center Nikola Jokic has played for the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA regular season, Jokic is averaging a robust 65.9 Draftkings points a game.

More recently, in the Denver Nuggets 132-121 win over the Portland Trail Blazers six days ago, Nuggets center Nikola Jokic certainly played at a high level. More specifically, Jokic tallied 26 points, 15 rebounds, 11 assists and two steals in the Denver Nuggets victory over the Trail Blazers.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the Denver Nuggets win over the Portland Trail Blazers just mentioned, Denver center Nikola Jokic amassed a massive 66.3 Draftkings points.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this one game DFS slate.

In my view, Nikola Jokic is the player most likely to accumulate the highest number of DraftKings points in this NBA regular season game. With that said, I am rolling with Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic at the captain position for this one game DraftKings NBA Showdown contest slate.

Flex Plays

LaMelo Ball, Point Guard, Charlotte Hornets $9,800

In the 33 games that LaMelo Ball has played for the Charlotte Hornets in the 2024 NBA regular season, Ball has averaged a robust 27.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 7.2 assists, 1.4 steals, and 0.3 blocks a game.

Upon closer examination of the data just presented, in the 33 games that point guard LaMelo Ball has played for the Charlotte Hornets this season, Ball is averaging an impressive 48.5 DraftKings points a contest.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Jamal Murray, Point Guard (Denver Nuggets) $8,200: Miles Bridges, Power Forward (Charlotte Hornets) $8,800: Christian Braun, Guard (Denver Nuggets) $7,000.

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Before we dive into the Chicago Bulls vs. New York Knicks game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this week’s Chicago Bulls vs. New York Knicks matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Karl-Anthony Towns, Center, New York Knicks $10,800

Talented center Karl-Anthony Towns has certainly established himself as a key part of the New York Knicks starting lineup this season. With that said, how has Towns played from a statistical perspective in 2024? Let’s take a look at Towns game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 49 games that center Karl-Anthony Towns played for the New York Knicks in the 2024 NBA regular season, Anthony Towns is averaging a robust 24.7 points, 13.4 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 0.9 steals, and 0.9 blocks a game.

It is noteworthy that these two teams met earlier this season. Who prevailed? How did Karl-Anthony Towns play in the game? In the New York Knicks impressive 124-123 win over the Chicago Bulls in November, Karl-Anthony Towns played exceptionally well. Let me be more specific. Towns compiled a whopping 46 points, ten rebounds, three assists and three blocks in the New York Knicks victory over the Chicago Bulls.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this evening’s NBA regular season game.

In my view, Karl-Anthony Towns is the player most likely to score the highest Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. Having stated that, I am backing talented New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA DFS Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Jalen Brunson, Point Guard, New York Knicks $9,400

In addition to center Karl-Anthony Towns, point guard Jalen Brunson has been a key contributor to New York Knicks achievements on the basketball court this season.

In the 34 games that point guard Jalen Brunson has played for the New York Knicks in the 2024 NBA regular season, Brunson is averaging 42.5 Draftkings points a game.

More recently, in the New York Knicks 149-148 win over the Atlanta Hawks six days ago, Jalen Brunson tallied 36 points, three rebounds and eight assists.

Additional flex plays I like in this matchup (Draftkings price noted): Nikola Vucevic, Center (Chicago Bulls) $8,800: Josh Giddey, Guard (Chicago Bulls) $8,400.

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Here’s a Lakers vs Hornets Prediction. This article will include a Lakers vs Hornets Pick.

Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview

Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview

Lakers vs Hornets Prediction

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Before we dive into the Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this week’s Philadelphia 76ers vs. Boston Celtics matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Jayson Tatum, Forward, Boston Celtics $10,000

How important has forward Jayson Tatum been to the Boston Celtics starting lineup this season? Let’s review Jayson Tatum’s player data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 52 games that Jayson Tatum has played for the Boston Celtics in the 2024 NBA regular season, Tatum is averaging a robust 27.1 points, 8.7 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 1.2 steals, and 0.5 blocks a game.

Looking the data just presented more closely, in the 52 games that Jayson Tatum has played for the Boston Celtics this season, Tatum is averaging 50.1 Draftkings points a game. It has to be said, those are the type of DFS numbers I need to see from a player that I select at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest.

In summary, I think Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing Jayson Tatum at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Tyrese Maxey, Point Guard, Philadelphia 76ers $9,600

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey has established himself as one the best guards in the National Basketball Association today. Let’s review Maxey’s recent game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 46 games that point guard Tyrese Maxey has played for the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Maxey has averaged 27.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 2.1 steals, and 0.5 blocks a game.

Last month, in the Milwaukee Bucks 123-109 win over the Philadelphia 76ers, Philadelphia point guard Tyrese Maxey played exceptionally well. More specifically, Maxey compiled 37 points, six rebounds, seven assists, one steal and one block in the Bucks victory over the Philadelphia 76ers.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this evening’s NBA game (Draftkings price noted): Jaylen Brown, Forward (Boston Celtics) $8,000: Kelly Oubre Jr., Shooting Guard (Philadelphia 76ers) $6,600.

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Before we dive into the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Charlotte Hornets game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this week’s Charlotte Hornets vs. Los Angeles Lakers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-LaMelo Ball, Point Guard, Charlotte Hornets $9,800

In my opinion, Charlotte point guard LaMelo Ball has been the driving force behind the Charlotte Hornets success on the offensive side of the basketball this season. Having stated that, how has the talented young point guard performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Ball’s recent game data to answer that question.

In the 33 games that LaMelo Ball has played for the Charlotte Hornets in the 2024 NBA regular season, Ball has averaged a robust 27.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 7.2 assists, 1.4 steals, and 0.3 blocks a game.

Upon closer examination of the data just presented, in the 33 games that point guard LaMelo Ball has played for the Charlotte Hornets this season, Ball is averaging an impressive 48.5 DraftKings points a contest.

More recently, in the Charlotte Hornets thrilling 117-116 win over the San Antonio Spurs earlier this month, Charlotte point guard LaMelo Ball certainly played at a high level. Let me be more specific. Ball tallied 24 points, four rebounds, ten assists and one steal in the Charlotte Hornets victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this one game DFS slate.

In my view, LaMelo Ball is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. With that said, I am backing Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

LeBron James, Forward, Los Angeles Lakers $10,200

Los Angeles forward LeBron James has been the leader in the paint that the Los Angeles Lakers have needed to win games this season. In the 33 games that LeBron James has played for the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2024 NBA regular season, James is averaging 24.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, 9.1 assists, 0.5 blocks and 0.9 steals a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this evening’s NBA game (Draftkings price noted): Luka Doncic, Guard (Los Angeles Lakers) $10,600: Austin Reaves, Guard (Los Angeles Lakers) $8,400: Miles Bridges, Power Forward (Charlotte Hornets) $8,800.

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