Don’t miss out on tonight’s NBA action, featuring ten action-packed games covered here at DraftKings Network. Tyler Herro will return from his injury tonight as Miami hosts the visiting (and reeling) Dallas Mavericks at 7:30 PM EST. Meanwhile, Kevin Durant takes a personal two game leave of absence from the Rockets, shifting the team’s offensive focus back to star big man Alperen Sengun.
The Washington Wizards remain the only team with just one win on the season, while the Pacers and Pelicans join them at the bottom with two wins apiece. OKC remains the only team with just one loss.
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in the action this evening. One of the more unique features on DraftKings this year is Pick6 Fantasy Basketball!
This article will look at my top Pick6 plays for tonight’s slate. We simply choose whether a player will record more or less of the set statistic. Here are my six favorite plays for tonight’s action.
Bennedict Mathurin More than 22.5 Points
The Pacers continue to spiral downward, but not because of Bennedict Mathurin. The fourth year pro has been excellent this season in Tyrese Haliburton’s absence, posting an explosive 26.4 PPG alongside 50.7% shooting from the field. He’s taking more shots than he ever has and has also improved his 3P% to a career-high of 38.7%. He’s looking primed for a breakout season despite Indiana’s struggles, and his efforts should continue again tonight against a tough Detroit Pistons team.
Tyler Herro Less Than 16.5 Points
Herro will return tonight after an offseason injury and surgery for a left ankle impingement. He’s targeting tonight as his return date but his minutes will probably be monitored. The Heat will want to ease Herro slowly back into the fray, and his playing time will ramp up slowly. For now, let’s suppress our expectations for the one time All-Star. He’ll get there slowly, but not quite yet.
Derik Queen More Than 29.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists
Derik Queen has been balling lately, having surpassed this 29.5 PRA in three straight contests. The former Terrapin has been excellent during his rookie season with 12.6 PPG, 6.6 RPG, and 3.2 APG. And he’s just getting started. His per-36 minute production looks monstrous with 18.8 PPG, 9.8 RPG, and 4.8 APG. Nikola Jokic has spoken highly of Queen’s talent, and we’re beginning to see what he can do on the court in his past three games.
Despite Zion Williamson rejoining the team, Queen’s role has remained fixed. Yves Missi is not a threat to Queen’s playing time. The Pelicans have presumably another lost season, but Queen is a promising prospect.
What is DraftKings Pick6?
Pick6 is a peer-to-peer fantasy variant where you build a lineup (your “Pick Set”) of at least two players and select whether you believe each will outperform their listed stat projection. Enter your Pick Set in Pick6 contests to compete against other users. Get enough picks correct and win a share of cash prizes.
How to Play DraftKings Pick6
Create a Pick Set
Create a Pick Set by choosing 2+ players from the same sport and Pick Group (a set of picks available from a group of set competitions). For each player, simply select if you think they’ll have more or less than their listed stat projection. In each Pick Set, you cannot pick the same player twice and you must select players from at least two different teams.
Enter an Amount
Once you finalize your Pick Set, choose your entry fee amount. Your entries will be automatically distributed into available contests, subject to your confirmation.
Sweat Your Picks
When the games go live, use the My Picks tab to follow your picks in real time to track how your players are performing against their projections and how they stack up against other users.
Compete for Prizes
Make enough correct picks and win a share of the contests’ guaranteed prizes. Any prizes won will be credited to your DraftKings account after contests are finalized.
Play at DraftKings Pick6 or by downloading the DraftKings Pick6 app on Apple or Google!
