There are some exciting matchups tonight, with the Sixers’ rematch against the Cavaliers tipping off at 7 PM. We’ll also get a fun Western Conference clash between the Wolves and the Rockets at 9:30 PM EST.
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 favorite plays for tonight’s action.
Tyrese Maxey More than 23.5 Points
We’ll get a nice discount on this Tyrese Maxey line, which presumably has baked in Maxey’s underwhelming performance on January 14th, the last time these teams played. In that game, Maxey underwhelmed with only 14 points. I’m expecting him to bounce back tonight. He’s averaging 30.5 PPG and is one of the premier scorers in the NBA currently, and while Cleveland’s defense is legit, they’re currently middle of the pack and can’t hold a candle to their two consecutive top-10 defenses of last season and the season before.
Michael Porter Jr. More Than 26.5 Points
Michael Porter Jr.’s scoring outbreak has been surprising this season. We always knew he was a knock down three point shooter, but to increase his production from last season’s 18.2 PPG to 25.7 PPG this season while maintaining his percentages? That’s elite.
Porter Jr. is a prime target for contending teams as we approach the trade deadline. He’s winning the Nets too many games and is simply too good to languish on this team. He’ll get to tell us again what he can do against the Bulls’ defense tonight, which ranks 25th in the NBA.
TJ McConnell More Than 5.5 Assists
McConnell has exceeded 5.5 assists in four out of his last five games, and has done all this while clearing the 21 minute mark only once. He’s clearly still a serviceable bench player despite his team’s record. Tonight’s matchup should be fantasy-friendly, as he gets to dime against one of the worst defenses in the NBA. I’m expecting McConnell to get More than 5.5 easily in this matchup.
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!
