There are seven NBA games on Monday’s slate.
CHA, HOU and LAC are playing the second leg of a back-to-back.
As for injuries, Josh Giddey, Jaylen Brown, Isaiah Hartenstein, Chet Holmgren, Cole Anthony, Collin Sexton, Jaylin Williams, Cameron Johnson, Dereck Lively II are questionable. Lonzo Ball is doubtful. Andrew Wiggins, Walker Kessler, Kyshawn George, Jake LaRavia, Bennedict Mathurin, Kevin Huerter, Noah Clowney, Brandon Williams are out.
Keep track of all the pertinent injury updates at DK Live.
On DraftKings Sportsbook, there is one double-digit favorite: OKC -13.5 over CHI. There are two games within three points: UTA -2 over CHA and LAC -1.5 over ORL. There are three games with a total of at least 230: SAC/IND (235.5), BOS/MEM (234.5) and CHI/OKC (239.5). There are two games with a total at 220 or below: LAC/ORL (214.5) and MIA/WAS (220).
Set your DraftKings fantasy basketball lineups here: NBA $150K Floor General [$50K to 1st]
Guard
Stud
Ja Morant, Memphis Grizzlies vs. Boston Celtics ($9,200): In his return from a six-game absence due to injury, Morant missed a triple-double by two rebounds, finishing with 49 FPTS. Before the injury, Morant put up 66 FPTS against a tough Cleveland defense. That’s why I don’t have too much concern with the matchup against Boston because Morant is going to garner a massive usage rate and looks healthy and rejuvenated. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the most unstoppable offensive force in the game and has a good matchup against a Bulls team that has been playing at the fastest pace, but I think Morant can come close to matching the fantasy production of SGA at a significant discount.
Other Options: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander ($11,000), Tyler Herro ($8,800), Tyrese Haliburton ($8,600), Spencer Dinwiddie ($6,600)
Value
Davion Mitchell, Miami Heat at Washington Wizards ($4,800): Over the last seven games, Mitchell is averaging 33.9 minutes, 11.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, 5.9 assists and 1.4 steals. That translates into over 20 FPTS in every contest with three over 30 FPTS. His rugged body and dog mentality has won over Eric Spoelstra, and he’s getting the playing time. Philadelphia is third in pace and 26th in defensive rating over the last 10 games, so there should be plenty of opportunities to rack up fantasy goodies.
Other Options: Keon Johnson ($5,500), Keon Ellis ($5,200), AJ Johnson ($4,800)
Forward
Stud
Kyle Filipowski, Utah Jazz at Charlotte Hornets ($6,500): Filipowski has started the last four games, playing 33 and 34 minutes in the two most recent contests. With Walker Kessler already ruled out, he should get another start and play a ton of minutes once again. Filipowski is an excellent offensive player, both on the block and from downtown. He does good work on the boards and has been racking up steals, although he doesn’t get his Mutombo on frequently. That said, he’s put up over 38 FPTS in three of the last four games with 40.25 FPTS on Friday.
Other Options: Jayson Tatum ($10,200), Miles Bridges ($9,000), Jalen Williams ($8,400)
Value
Pelle Larsson, Miami Heat at Washington Wizards ($4,000): The coaching staff raved about Larsson during the offseason, but he had multiple DNPs during the regular season and was often capped in the teens for playing time when on the court. On Saturday, Larsson made his third start of the season and played a season-high 30 minutes due to Andrew Wiggins being out. Well, Wiggins has already been ruled out and Larsson finished with 40 FPTS on Saturday, chipping in every statistical category. He should get plenty of run on Monday and the matchup is a good one, as Washington plays fast and eschews defense.
Other Options: Luguentz Dort ($5,000), Colby Jones ($4,500), Kenrich Williams ($3,900) if Holmgren and Hartenstein are out.
Center
Stud
Ivica Zubac, Los Angeles Clippers at Orlando Magic ($7,900): Zubac is third in the NBA with 50 double-doubles. Over the last six games, he’s put up at least 35 FPTS in all, with four over 40 and two over 50 FPTS. The floor/ceiling combo is very palatable for the price. He faced Orlando once this season, putting up 38 FPTS, but that game was way back in mid-November. I think Zubac gets closer to 50 FPTS than 30 FPTS in this one.
Other Options: Domantas Sabonis ($9,200), Mark Williams ($8,200), Kyle Filipowski ($6,500), Kel’el Ware ($6,100)
Value
Drew Timme, Brooklyn Nets at Dallas Mavericks ($4,000): Timme has not started the two games that he’s played so far this season, but he received 25 and 29 minutes while producing 25.5 and 30.5 FPTS. The Nets signed him to a two-year contract, so they obviously like what they saw from him in the G League. With the Nets in tank mode, they will likely want to see Timme in action against NBA players the rest of the season.
Other Options: Kel’el Ware ($5,800), Luke Kornet ($5,000) if he starts, Kai Jones ($4,900), Jaylin Williams ($4,600) if Hartenstein is out, Kenrich Williams ($3,900) if Holmgren and Hartenstein are out
