With only four games on the slate tonight, our options here are not as numerous as yesterday’s post-Superbowl slate. But we’ll make it work.
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.
Alperen Sengun More Than 16.5 Points
Sengun’s averaging 18.2 PPG in his last 10 games and 20.6 PPG on the season. He was recently named to the All-Star team as a replacement for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who couldn’t make it due to injury. Sengun’s more than earned it this season, too, with averages of 20.8 PPG, 9.4 RPG, and a career-high 6.3 RPG. He’s also pilfering 1.4 SPG, which is a nice mark from a big man.
The Clippers haven’t been a horrible defense, but losing Ivica Zubac certainly damages their hopes of containing Sengun down low. Centers are averaging 20.6 PPG against LAC this season, and if Sengun gets his normal touches without foul trouble, he should have an easy time clearing this 16.5 bar.
LeBron James More Than 21.5 Points
The Spurs have a tremendous defense, but this 21.5 line is still below James’ PPG this season of 21.8. Additionally, Luka Doncic is unlikely to suit up, which means that LA will lean on James more than usual. He’ll get some help with Austin Reaves back in the mix, but will still be a focal point of the Lakers’ offense tonight.
This one will be close still, with the Spurs posting a nasty 109.4 DEFRTG in their last 10 games. And there’s no denying that James is losing some efficacy as he ages; his 21.8 PPG is the lowest scoring average he’s put up in over 20 years. Despite that, he’s still capable of big scoring nights. He’s posted 25+ points in 12 games this season.
Karl-Anthony Towns More Than 19.5 Points
The Knicks will host the Pacers tonight as Indiana continues their East Coast road trip. The Pacers hold a putrid 13-40 record, with only three road wins all season long. They’re 21st in DEFRTG and dead last in OFFRTG. Towns is averaging 19.7 PPG, which is almost certainly a down year compared to the previous season’s 24.4 PPG, but is still in a good spot tonight to turn things around after a recent slow stretch in which he’s only averaging 15 PPG in his last 10. Indiana plays fast and is allowing 118.5 OPPG. The increased number of possessions in this game coupled with their weak defense against centers (and against anybody for that matter) means that if Towns sees his normal workload, he’ll likely eclipse this 19.5 line.
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!
