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Alex Hunter

Alex Hunter

Alex Hunter is an avid DFS player and sports handicapper, who has been a proud member of the DraftKings Network team since 2020. He is a data-driven analyst, who earned his bachelor’s degree in communications at Worcester State University and has been in the sports content business for nearly a decade, covering the NBA, NFL and PGA TOUR. Alex is a diehard Boston Celtics fan, who loves to be on the golf course when he isn’t grinding lineups or producing content. For all of Alex’s work or if you need any lineup advice, be sure to follow him @Hunta512 on X.

Latest articles from Alex Hunter

NFL Week 12 Start or Sit: Austin Ekeler

NFL Week 12 Start or Sit: Austin Ekeler

Even with Brian Robinson Jr. ($5,600) returning from a two-game absence, Ekeler still had a great showing in Week 11 with 17.6 FPTS. The veteran only rushed twice for seven yards, but as a receiver, Ekeler handled a team-high 28.3% target share, saw nine targets and ran a route 59% of his team’s dropbacks, which […]

November 21, 2024

Is Adam Thielen a must-start if he returns in Week 12?

Is Adam Thielen a must-start if he returns in Week 12?

Thielen ($4,700) has been sidelined since Week 3 with a hamstring injury, but the receiver got a limited practice in Wednesday and has a chance to return this Sunday vs. the Chiefs. Thielen has struggled to make an impact when available this season, averaging a mediocre 8.3 FPTS in three games, but Dionate Johnson was […]

November 21, 2024

Cade Cunningham best prop bets for Pistons vs. Hornets

Cade Cunningham best prop bets for Pistons vs. Hornets

The Pistons and Hornets go head-to-head in Charlotte on Thursday. On DraftKings Sportsbook, Detroit is favored by 1.5 points and this game’s total is set at 221 points. Below, I have featured my favorite Cade Cunningham prop to consider from this contest. Best Cade Cunningham Prop Bets on DraftKings Sportsbook Cade Cunningham Over 9.5 Assists […]

November 21, 2024

LeBron James best prop bets for Lakers vs. Magic

LeBron James best prop bets for Lakers vs. Magic

The Lakers host the Magic in Los Angeles on Thursday. On DraftKings Sportsbook, the Lakers are a five-point favorite and this game’s total is set at 216.5 points. Below, I have featured my favorite LeBron James prop to consider from this contest. Best LeBron James Prop Bets on DraftKings Sportsbook LeBron James U 22.5 points […]

November 21, 2024

Is Sam LaPorta still a must-start if he returns in Week 12?

Is Sam LaPorta still a must-start if he returns in Week 12?

Sam LaPorta ($4,300) missed the Lions’ 52-6 win over the Jaguars last week, but the tight end appears to have a chance to return this Sunday vs. the Colts. When asked about LaPorta on Wednesday, Detroit head coach Dan Campbell told the media: “It’s questionable to above for LaPorta. It’s trending the right way.” This […]

November 20, 2024

Is Roschon Johnson a must-start if D’Andre Swift sits in Week 12?

Is Roschon Johnson a must-start if D’Andre Swift sits in Week 12?

D’Andre Swift ($6,100) will miss Wednesday’s practice with a groin injury, so it’s possible he won’t play this Sunday vs. the Vikings. If Swift is inactive, Roschon Johnson will be the next man up for the Bears’ backfield. In Chicago’s first game under new OC Thomas Brown this past Sunday vs. the Packers, Johnson saw […]

November 20, 2024

NFL Week 12 Start or Sit: Jonnu Smith

NFL Week 12 Start or Sit: Jonnu Smith

Jonnu Smith ($4,100) erupted for a 6/102/2 receiving line last week vs. the Raiders, resulting in a career-high 31.1 FPTS. In the win for the Dolphins, the tight end saw a big increase in playing time. Smith led the Dolphins with 35 routes and his 92% route rate was a season high. Furthermore, his 22.9% […]

November 20, 2024

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander best prop bets for Thunder vs. Trail Blazers

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander best prop bets for Thunder vs. Trail Blazers

The Thunder host the Trail Blazers in Oklahoma City on Wednesday. On DraftKings Sportsbook, the Thunder are a 12-point favorite and this game carries a total of 223.5 points. Below, I have featured my favorite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander prop to consider from this contest. Best Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Prop Bets on DraftKings Sportsbook Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 31.5 […]

November 20, 2024

Fantasy Basketball Picks Today: Top DraftKings NBA DFS Targets, Values for November 20

Fantasy Basketball Picks Today: Top DraftKings NBA DFS Targets, Values for November 20

Wednesday’s main slate on DraftKings features all eight NBA games of the night. DraftKings continues to offer huge contests for DFS players and below, I break down some of my favorite options at each position. Set your DraftKings fantasy basketball lineups here: NBA $333K Zone Special [$100K to 1st] Guard Stud James Harden, Los Angeles […]

November 19, 2024

NBA Value Pick: Zach Collins – Spurs vs. Thunder

NBA Value Pick: Zach Collins – Spurs vs. Thunder

Victor Wembanyama (knee) will miss his second straight game Tuesday when the Spurs host the Thunder. Below, I break down my favorite value play from the Spurs in Wembanyama’s absence. For up-to-the-minute news, analysis and lineups, download the DK Network app. You also can follow DK Network on Twitter @dknetwork. C, Zach Collins, San Antonio […]

November 19, 2024

Week 12 Start or Sit: Cedric Tillman

Week 12 Start or Sit: Cedric Tillman

While Tillman ($7,000 for Showdown) is coming off a quiet 7.7 FPTS showing vs. the Saints, his usage remained strong with eight targets in the win for the Browns. With Amari Cooper now in Buffalo, Tillman has operated as Cleveland’s No.1 receiver. In these first four games since Cooper was traded to the Bills, Tillman […]

November 19, 2024