Just four games between eight teams make up Saturday’s featured NBA DFS slate. With such a limited selection, building a winning lineup could prove difficult. Still, savvy fantasy managers usually find a way.
The best way to find value tonight is by selecting a handful of underpriced players. However, figuring out who is in line for a big performance is easier said than done. Here are two bargains to consider this evening in DFS and season-long fantasy formats.
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SG/SF Pelle Larsson, Miami Heat vs. UTA ($4,900)
The Heat could look a lot different than usual on Saturday. Tyler Herro (ribs) and Kel’el Ware (hamstring) have already been ruled out. Norman Powell (back) and Davion Mitchell (shoulder) are both questionable to suit up. Assuming those two are out, there will be ample minutes up for grabs in Miami’s backcourt. Pelle Larsson, listed as probable tonight, stands to benefit. This season, the 24-year-old has recorded 9.4 points, 2.9 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game (19.4 FPTS).
Those numbers aren’t too impressive, but it’s worth mentioning that Larsson averages around 23 minutes per game. It’s all but inevitable that the Arizona alum sees more playing time tonight. It helps that the Heat are taking on a Jazz club allowing the second-most fantasy points to shooting guards. In addition, Utah has surrendered the most points per game (127.4) to opponents this season. Larsson, an all-around contributor, should stay busy in this one.
PG/SG Brandon Williams, Dallas Mavericks vs. LAL ($4,600)
Speaking of injuries, the Mavericks are playing with one hand tied behind their backs. Major names are out of commission, including Anthony Davis (hand) and Daniel Gafford (ankle). The team’s backcourt is relatively stable in terms of health, but not performance. Dallas head coach Jason Kidd has had difficulty placing his trust in any guard to run this offense. With that being said, Brandon Williams has gained some momentum recently. Over his last five games, the 26-year-old is putting up 17.0 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.8 assists.
It helps that this Dallas offense doesn’t have many difference makers outside of Cooper Flagg ($7,900). Williams may not be an offensive dynamo, but his two-way contributions are invaluable. He’s notched at least 25 minutes in four of his last five appearances. Tonight, the Mavs take on a Los Angeles squad giving up the seventh-most fantasy points to opposing point guards. Max Christie ($5,300) and Ryan Nembhard ($4,300) remain in the mix for minutes. Still, there’s ample touches to go around tonight. Expect a quality all-around performance from this underrated ball handler.
