There are four NBA games on Tuesday’s main slate. Detroit is playing the second leg of a back-to-back.
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This article was written on Monday night. Any changes will be updated.
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Guard
Stud
De’Aaron Fox, Memphis Grizzlies at San Antonio Spurs ($8,300)
It took a few games for Fox to get acclimated, but it looks like he’s comfortable now. His usage rate was around 25%, and he attempted 14 shots in each of the first three games, but over the last two games, he’s attempted 22 and 20 field goal attempts, and his usage rate has been 32.9% and 28.7%. Victor Wembanyama missed the team’s most recent contest and has now been ruled out for the next few weeks. In addition, Stephon Castle has been ruled out as well, so Fox should garner a high usage rate once again. This matchup is a good one, as Memphis is sixth in pace and 20th in defensive rating. Fox put up over 50 FPTS in each of his last two games.
Other Options: Cade Cunningham ($11,000), Stephen Curry ($9,300), Dyson Daniels ($7,500), Derrick White ($7,200), Nickeil Alexander-Walker ($6,800), Payton Pritchard ($6,300)
Value
Duncan Robinson, Detroit Pistons at Atlanta Hawks ($4,900)
Robinson was the big money acquisition for Detroit in the offseason with his 6-foot-7 frame and 39.8% career marksmanship from beyond the arc. His Detroit era did not begin well, though, scoring fewer than 10 points in three of his first five games. Over the last four games, though, Robinson has been on fire, drilling 4.3 of 8.5 attempts from downtown. He’s put up at least 23 FPTS in each of his last five games, with over 30 FPTS in the last two contests. Atlanta is 11th in pace and allows the 11th-most three-point attempts on average.
Other Options: Daniss Jenkins ($6,000) if Cade Cunningham is out, Anthony Black ($4,900) if he starts.
Forward
Stud
Michael Porter Jr., Boston Celtics at Brooklyn Nets ($7,600)
We knew Porter Jr. could shoot and rebound, but his recent playmaking has been a welcome sight. Over the last two games, Porter Jr. has dished out seven dimes in each contest. With Cam Thomas sidelined, Porter Jr. has been the alpha on offense, finishing with over 50 FPTS in the last two games. The MPJ Express should continue chugging down the tracks on Tuesday night.
Other Options: Jalen Johnson ($9,500), Franz Wagner ($8,700), Jimmy Butler ($8,100)
Value
Tristan da Silva, Golden State Warriors at Orlando Magic ($5,000)
With Paolo Banchero out due to injury, da Silva has replaced him in the starting lineup. He’s received 32 and 40 minutes of run, finishing with 32.5 and 37.8 FPTS. This is no fluke either, as da Silva performed well during his rookie season when he was thrust into the lineup as a starter. He’s too cheap for his expected playing time and increased role.
Other Options: Isaiah Stewart ($5,600), Santi Aldama ($5,500), Javonte Green ($5,400), Noah Clowney ($4,700), Jordan Walsh ($4,300), Mouhamed Gueye ($4,200) if Onyeka Okongwu and/or Kristaps Porzingis are out.
Center
Stud
Jalen Duren, Detroit Pistons at Atlanta Hawks ($8,000)
Duren missed two games due to an ankle injury, but he’s listed as probable for Monday. This is the second leg of a back-to-back, so there is a smidge of uncertainty, but I’m working under the assumption that he’s good to go. Prior to being out, Duren put up over 50 FPTS in four of six games. His offensive bag is deeper after working with Rasheed Wallace in the offseason. He’s always been a beast on the boards, and his defensive contributions have only elevated in his fourth season.
Other Options: Onyeka Okongwu ($7,200) [if he starts], Nic Claxton ($6,400)
Value
Luke Kornet, Memphis Grizzlies at San Antonio Spurs ($6,000)
With Victor Wembanyama out for a few weeks, Kornet will likely get the start for San Antonio. He received the nod on Sunday and played 28 minutes, finishing with 34.8 FPTS. Kornet averages a respectable 1.02 FPTS per minute, and Memphis plays fast, so the environment should produce plenty of fantasy goodies.
Other Options: Zach Edey ($5,900), Isaiah Stewart ($5,600), Santi Aldama ($5,500), Neemias Queta ($5,200), Mouhamed Gueye ($4,200) if Okongwu and/or Porzingis are out.
