Five games between ten teams are set to tip off on Saturday across the NBA. Among the matchups to watch, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Bucks take on a scrappy Kings squad fighting to make the play-in. There’s plenty of ways to get in on the action with DraftKings NBA Pick6 fantasy basketball selections before tonight’s contests!
Aaron Nesmith more than 12.5 points
A major development over the last month for the Pacers has been the play of Aaron Nesmith. The scrappy guard is known more for his skills on defense, but he’s proven to be a decent offensive contributor. Since February 20th, Nesmith has averaged 16.1 points and 4.6 rebounds while shooting 52.7% from the field.
Indiana’s secret weapon could be in store for a bigger opportunity on Saturday. Tyrese Haliburton (back) is questionable to play against the Nets. Assuming the All-Star misses his third-straight game, the Pacers will need more production from Nesmith. The wing has scored at least 14 points in each of his previous four appearances. Against a middling Brooklyn defense, there’s no reason to assume that streak won’t continue tonight.
Brandin Podziemski more than 15.5 points
Stephen Curry is out of action due to a pelvic contusion, leaving the Warriors without their leading scorer. In the former MVP’s absence, several Golden State guards are poised for more touches. That includes second-year pro Brandin Podziemski. It’s been an up-and-down season for the guard, but he’s earned more starts recently from head coach Steve Kerr. Over his last ten games, Podz has posted 13.1 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.6 assists.
Those aren’t eye-popping numbers, but the 22-year-old does have a decent fantasy floor. That’s especially true with Golden State missing its face of the franchise. Tonight, the Warriors will face a Hawks defense allowing 118.8 points per game to opponents, fifth-most in the NBA. Even if Curry was playing, I’d strongly consider backing Podziemski as a scorer on Saturday.
Jonathan Kuminga more than 2.5 assists
We’ll stay in Atlanta, where the Warriors are hoping to win their third straight game. On a Golden State team filled with depth, it’s easy to forget about Jonathan Kuminga. However, the power forward was enjoying a solid season prior to suffering an ankle sprain. Through 37 games, he’s averaged 16.3 points and 4.8 rebounds while shooting 45.5% from the field.
Surprisingly, the biggest value Kuminga offers tonight is as a passer. Despite playing limited minutes, the forward has recorded at least three assists in three of his last four appearances. That should continue on Saturday against a porous Hawks defense. This season, teams are dishing out 28.6 assists per game vs. Atlanta, fifth-most in the NBA. Even if Kuminga only plays in half of this one, he should pick up a few dimes.
OG Anunoby more than 5.5 rebounds
A struggling Knicks squad will look to pick up a win against the tanking Wizards tonight. New York will once again miss Jalen Brunson due to an ankle sprain. Without the superstar point guard, expect plenty of production from OG Anunoby. This season, the forward has put up 16.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game. As one of the team’s top options on offense right now, the wing is in line for even more scoring going forward.
Anunoby has excelled as a rebounder recently, pulling down at least six boards in five of his previous seven outings. There’s a high chance that occurs once again tonight, as the Wizards struggle to box out anyone. This season, opponents have snagged an NBA-high 56.7 rebounds per game against Washington. With that in mind, New York’s talented wing should be an active presence on the glass in this one.
Josh Hart more than 23.5 points + rebounds
After a scorching-hot start to the season, Josh Hart has been in disarray as of late. The tenacious forward has seen his production dip in March, partially due to the absence of Brunson. Over his last ten games, the Villanova alum is averaging 10.4 points, 9.3 rebounds and 5.7 assists on 41.4% shooting.
As bad as Hart has been, the Wizards are a fantasy basketball cure-all. This season, they’ve allowed the most points (122.4) and rebounds (56.7) per game to opponents. The D.C. native has recorded at least 24 points + rebounds during his last two meetings with Washington; expect that trend to continue tonight.
Jaxson Hayes more than 5.5 rebounds
If there’s a glaring weakness on the new-look Lakers, it’s a lack of size. In trading Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic, Los Angeles lost one of the game’s best centers. In AD’s absence, the team has turned to Jaxson Hayes. The former first-round pick isn’t the most consistent player, but he’s been solid over the last few weeks. Over his last ten games, Hayes has posted 9.9 points and 6.7 rebounds.
LA’s starting big man can be faded in certain matchups. That isn’t the case on Saturday against an awful Bulls front court. This season, Chicago has surrendered 55.1 rebounds per game, the second-highest mark in the NBA. LeBron James (groin) could make his return from injury tonight, drawing even more defensive attention away from the paint. That leaves Hayes in the perfect spot to snag six or more boards tonight.
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