The NBA has a five-game DFS fantasy basketball slate this Saturday night with some very entertaining matchups on the board. The last undefeated team in the NBA, the Grizzlies, will look to move to 6-0 as they host the 0-5 Kings at the FedExForum in Memphis. The NBA TV spotlight matchup is on another Western Conference matchup between the Thunder and the Rockets, while the highest point total on the board is from the Hawks and Pelicans in the early game. As you get your roster assembled for this slate, check out these top three options to consider for NBA DFS stacks this Saturday. “Stacking” is the strategy of including multiple players from the same NBA team on the roster of your fantasy team to maximize exposure to a favorable matchup or game environment.
Even at this point in the season, it’s critical to watch the daily injury report throughout the day, since key players could be unavailable. The Timberwolves and Rockets are playing for the second night in a row, but no team is turning around to play again on Sunday. Let’s take a look at the 10 teams in Saturday’s player pool and spotlight some strong options for NBA DFS stacks on this Halloween slate.
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Memphis Grizzlies vs. Sacramento Kings
The Kings have allowed the second-most points per game in the NBA and play at the fourth-fastest Pace in the league. The Grizzlies beat them last Sunday, 123-112. They’ll host the rematch on Saturday and should be in a great spot to provide excellent fantasy production as they chase a 6-0 start.
On the injury report, Ty Jerome ($8,400; back, questionable) and Scotty Pippen Jr. ($4,200; back, questionable) are questionable, while Quinten Post ($3,300; ankle, doubtful) is doubtful.
Core Plays: Jerome had 48.5 FPTS against the Kings last weekend and is averaging 41 FPTS per game this season. He did have only 20 FPTS on Thursday, though, and his injury could limit his effectiveness if he plays. He brings a very high ceiling, though, as evidenced by his two games this season over 48 FPTS. The other key producer to build around is rookie Cameron Boozer ($7,400), who had 39.8 FPTS against the Kings last weekend and was even better against Portland on Thursday, racking up 56.5 FPTS on 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists. The Kings give up the most FPTS per game to opposing power forwards, so Boozer is in a smash spot Saturday.
Value Options: As a midrange option, Cedric Coward ($6,200) has been heating up as well, with over 36 FPTS in three straight games, including a double-double against the Kings. Off the bench, Cam Spencer ($3,700) has produced 22.75 and 31.5 FPTS in his last two games, and he could be asked to step into a larger role if Jerome or Pippen are limited or out. In the frontcourt, Isaiah Stewart ($3,900) will likely help pick up the slack if Post is ruled out. Stewart had 29.2 FPTS against the Kings last weekend and 24.2 FPTS against the Blazers on Thursday.
Atlanta Hawks at New Orleans Pelicans
The Hawks have the second-highest implied point total on the slate and are in the matchup with the highest point total on the board as they take on the Pelicans. The Pelicans rank third in the NBA in Pace and have allowed the fourth-most points per game. The Hawks have scored the fifth-most points per game in the NBA, so they should be comfortable playing fast and be ready to put up plenty of fantasy points.
Atlanta hasn’t played since Thursday, when it beat the Cavs, and it should have its main rotation available, with only Mouhamed Gueye and Henri Veesaar out, according to injury reports so far.
Core Plays: Any Hawks stack should start with their dynamic, do-everything forward Jalen Johnson ($9,700) who has averaged 46.75 DraftKings points in his six games on 19.2 points, 9.3 rebounds and 8.5 assists per game. He had a massive 66.75 FPTS against the Rockets last Saturday and has over 40 FPTS in all but one of his games this season. Former Pelican Dyson Daniels ($6,700) has a high ceiling with his multi-category potential. His scoring has been inconsistent, but he did produce 44.2 FPTS against the Hornets earlier this season and should thrive in the up-tempo environment of this contest.
Value Options: Onyeka Okongwu ($5,900) was the key to the team’s win on Thursday, producing 29 points, 12 rebounds and 54 FPTS against the Cavs. The Pelicans have been the best matchup in the NBA for centers this season, so he should be in a good spot to build on his momentum on Saturday night. Aaron Wiggins ($5,100) has fit in well with his new squad, producing over 24 FPTS in five of his six games, including a season-high 36.75 FPTS against the Cavs on Thursday. If things get lopsided, Kingston Flemings ($3,900) could get extra run off the bench, and he has shown a good ceiling with 25.5 FPTS and 41.2 FPTS in the two games in which he played more than 20 minutes early in the season.
Cleveland Cavaliers at Milwaukee Bucks
After trading Giannis Antetokounmpo this past offseason, the Bucks are rebuilding, and they have been a great matchup to attack with NBA stacks so far this season. The Bucks have allowed the third-most points per game this season and have played at the second-fastest pace with the fourth-worst Defensive Rating. The Cavs rank ninth in the league in scoring and should be in a good spot to bounce back in Milwaukee after losing to the Hawks on Thursday.
Core Plays: Evan Mobley ($8,100) had three straight games with at least 42 FPTS before finishing with only 28 FPTS on Thursday, while James Harden ($7,600) had 24 points and 36.2 FPTS in that loss. The Bucks have allowed the sixth-most FPTS to PGs this season, so Harden should be in a good spot to help his team bounce back with a big game. He has 35+ FPTS in three of his last four games. Donovan Mitchell ($8,700) also brings a high ceiling, as usual, but he has started a little slowly this season, and seems a little overpriced compared to the other elite options on Saturday’s slate.
Value Options: The Cavs won’t have Jaylon Tyson (ankle), which leaves more playing time and usage available for Sam Merrill ($4,000), who is coming off a season-high 16 points and 26 FPTS in Thursday’s game. Mario Hezonja ($3,800) had 23.5 FPTS in that game as well and is establishing himself as a key part of Cleveland’s second unit. Guard Meleek Thomas ($3,800) flashed upside by averaging 20 FPTS in his two games but missed Thursday’s game with a foot injury that also has him questionable for Saturday’s game.
