After a busy Wednesday slate, most NBA teams have an off night on Thursday, Nov. 7. Just six teams suit up for three contests tonight. There won’t be as many players to choose from in season-long fantasy and DFS formats. Still, there will be some valuable options for tonight’s slate. Here are three centers I’m looking to back tonight.
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1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks vs. UTA ($11,100)
While Giannis Antetokounmpo isn’t technically a center, he does have center eligibility in DFS formats. That said, there’s not too many players better than Antetokounmpo on a night-to-night basis. The eight-time All-Star is averaging 31.0 points, 12.3 rebounds and 6.3 assists per game through six games this season.
The Bucks are just 1-6 so far, but that record isn’t reflective of how valuable Antetokounmpo is statistically. Furthermore, the Bucks are set to face the Jazz, who allow the sixth most points in the paint to opponents. Antetokounmpo lives in the paint, so he should continue his high production.
The one problem with Antetokounmpo is his injury status. He’s questionable for tonight’s game. If the medical staff clears him to play, Antetokounmpo is a must start in all fantasy formats.
2. Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio Spurs at POR ($10,500)
Victor Wembanyama is having a bit of a sophomore slump as his averages are down to start the year, but he’s still incredibly valuable in all fantasy formats. On any given night, the Spurs phenom can fill up the box score with a stat line that’s rarely been accomplished.
Just last week against the Jazz, Wembanyama posted a 5×5 game in which he tallied 25 points, nine rebounds, seven assists, five steals and five blocks. It’s the second 5×5 game of his career becoming just the third player in NBA history with multiple of said game (Hakeem Olajuwon and Andrei Kirilenko).
The Spurs face the Trail Blazers, who allow the least amount of points in the paint. That doesn’t concern Wembanyama too much, however. He’s capable of scoring at all three levels and will provide great value outside of scoring.
3. Julius Randle, Minnesota Timberwolves at CHI ($8,200)
After a quiet first game with the Timberwolves, Julius Randle has seemed to find his footing. The three-time All-Star is averaging 21.4 points, 6.4 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game on 57.4 percent from the field and 46.4 percent from downtown.
It’s through just seven games so take it with a grain of salt, but Randle’s shooting splits are excellent. He’s not getting as much volume as he was in New York, but Randle remains a great option for all fantasy players looking for a cheaper option at center.
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