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Zach's top DraftKings NBA DFS picks for today, Monday, 3/10/25. His favorite daily fantasy basketball lineup sleepers and value picks for DraftKings DFS.
The NBA and DraftKings are not messing around! The work week gets off to a flying start on Monday with a 10-game monster slate this Monday. The first games get underway at 7:30 p.m. EDT, so there is a little extra time to tinker before contests lock. The two late games in San Francisco and Sacramento are not on the slate, but of the 20 teams on the slate, eight are playing for the second night in a row. The Mavericks, Nuggets, Grizzlies, Thunder, 76ers, Suns, Spurs, and Jazz all played on Sunday, so their injury reports will be especially important to monitor on Monday.
At this point in the season, injuries and availability are a huge piece of the slate each night. Even though there's some uncertainty, some options are already jumping out as strong considerations for your fantasy lineup. Let's dive in and find some of the top options from a DFS perspective on DraftKings.
This article will provide you with my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for DraftKings on 3/10/25. Remember to monitor NBA injury news and our awesome NBA injuries report tool, as the slate can completely change before lineups lock at 7:30 p.m. EDT on DraftKings.
DraftKings NBA DFS Core Picks
Josh Giddey, CHI – PG ($8.5K)
The Bulls host the Pacers on Monday night in an Eastern Conference matchup that tips at 8:00 p.m. EDT. Since they shook up their roster at the trade deadline, Giddey has stepped up for Chicago, turning into a top-tier producer.
In his eight games since the All-Star break, he has averaged 55.0 DraftKings points per contest on 22.4 points, 11.0 rebounds, 9.0 assists, and 35.9 minutes per game. He has a 23.8 percent usage rate over that span and has posted seven double-doubles.
Josh Giddey over his last 8 games:
26 PTS - 10 REB - 12 AST
19 PTS - 13 REB - 9 AST
18 PTS - 9 REB - 7 AST
19 PTS - 8 REB - 12 AST
21 PTS - 8 REB - 12 AST
25 PTS - 16 REB - 6 AST
24 PTS - 8 REB - 10 AST
27 PTS - 16 REB - 4 AST(Via @realapp_ ) pic.twitter.com/GBOJjeSUXg
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) March 9, 2025
Giddey and the Bulls catch the Pacers on their way back from two games in Atlanta where they lost twice to the Hawks, allowing 124 and 120 points in their two losses on Thursday and Saturday, respectively. This should be a good matchup for Giddey against the Pacers, who are banged up in the backcourt with both Tyrese Haliburton ($8.7K; hip) and T.J. McConnell ($5.1K; ankle) questionable.
Desmond Bane, MEM – SG ($7.9K)
Bane has also been stepping up and producing huge games in an increased role over the last few games for the Grizzlies. He has gotten more work since the injury to Jaren Jackson Jr. (ankle) and has turned into an elite performer who is available under $8K.
Without Ja Morant ($8.6K) in one game last Monday, Bane had a triple-double with 35 points and 66 DraftKings points against the Hawks. He had a down game against the Thunder after Morant's return but then went off for 27 points and 68 DraftKings points against the Mavs on Friday and followed that with 30 points and 57.25 DraftKings points in Sunday's narrow victory over the Pelicans.
Desmond Bane is making everything around the rim pic.twitter.com/8qCuXtNbAD
— eric (@EricTweetsNBA) March 10, 2025
He has at least 25 points and over 45 DraftKings points in five of his last six games, and he gets a great matchup against the Suns on Monday. Phoenix has allowed more points per game over its last 15 games than any other team in the NBA, and the Grizzlies' up-tempo offense should pile up plenty of points on Monday.
With Jackson off the floor this season, Bane's usage increases to 24.1 percent, and in the five games he has played without JJJ, he averaged 45.5 DraftKings points per game.
Onyeka Okongwu, ATL – C ($6.8K)
The Hawks host what's left of the 76ers on Monday night in Atlanta, but Trae Young ($9.7K; quad) is questionable. If Young sits, there will be more offensive opportunities, but regardless of his status, Okongwu is a strong play in the middle at this salary.
Okongwu is coming off a 16-point, 16-rebound double-double on Saturday against the Pacers that earned him 51.5 DraftKings points.
Onyeka Okongwu tonight:
16 points
16 rebounds
2 assists
3 steals
3 blocks7/12 FG
2/2 FT
62.1% TSTwo-way BEAST 💪 pic.twitter.com/a21Ypm6sar
— Zach Langley (@langleyatl) March 9, 2025
Okongwu has at least 39 DraftKings points and a double-double in four of his last five games. He has been excellent since joining the Hawks starting lineup in mid-January and is averaging 14.4 points, 9.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.2 steals, 1.0 blocks, and 35.3 DraftKings points per game in his 23 games since joining the starting five.
Others Under Consideration: Luka Doncic - PG ($12K), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander - PG ($11K), RJ Barrett ($7.4K), Jaylen Brown - SG/SF ($8.3K), Jalen Green - PG/SG ($8.3K)
DraftKings NBA DFS Tournament Pivots
Nikola Jokic, DEN - C ($12.9K)
If you can find the salary with all the bargains available, spending up for Jokic is a play that almost always pays off. The Joker played the Thunder on Sunday afternoon in the first of this exciting two-game set and finished with 24 points, 13 rebounds, nine assists, and "only" 63.25 DraftKings points. That total is still a strong return on investment even at this lofty salary.
Jokic showed he has an even higher ceiling than that, though, with three games of at least 69 DraftKings points in his last five games before Sunday's showdown. In one of those games, he posted a historic triple-double of 31 points, 22 assists, and 21 rebounds that resulted in a jaw-dropping 100.25 DraftKings points.
31 POINTS.
21 REBOUNDS.
22 ASSISTS.THE FIRST-EVER 30+ PT, 20+ REB, 20+ AST GAME IN NBA HISTORY 🚨
NIKOLA JOKIĆ IS TRULY SOMETHING SPECIAL. 🌟 pic.twitter.com/I982bZePiF
— NBA (@NBA) March 8, 2025
He can break the slate on any night and at any price, so if you can save enough to make his salary work under the cap, he's always a GPP play that makes sense simply based on his amazing upside.
Austin Reaves, LAL - PG/SG ($7.5K)
Reaves is a high-risk play at this price, but he could end up being a huge part of the Lakers offense as they head to Brooklyn after losing Saturday night in Boston and losing LeBron James (groin) for at least a few games.
The Lakers could also be without Luka Doncic ($12K; back, questionable), which would leave even more work for Reaves, but even if Luka does play, Reaves should get more work as the team's secondary scorer in James' absence.
Reaves missed two games with a calf strain and played 32 and 39 minutes in his two games back. He looked rusty against the Knicks and had only 15.0 DraftKings points, but he seemed more himself against the Celtics, finishing with 16 points and 26.25 DraftKings points.
In his three games without LeBron this season, Reaves averaged 54.1 DraftKings points. Granted, those were all without Luka as well, but Reaves brings a very high ceiling and intriguing upside at this salary on Monday, and he moves to a core play if Doncic is out as well.
Coby White, CHI - SG/SF ($7.2K)
Since the Zach LaVine trade, Giddey isn't the only Bulls player stepping up. Coby White has been hot as well, despite playing through a toe injury. White dropped 44 points against the Magic last Thursday on his way to 58.75 DraftKings points.
COBY WHITE DROPS A CAREER-HIGH 44 PTS!
🔥 16-28 FGM | 7-15 3PM | W 🔥 pic.twitter.com/WM33lUvIsL
— NBA (@NBA) March 7, 2025
He had 21 points and 28.25 DraftKings points on Saturday in Miami to help the Bulls to another win and has produced over 35 DraftKings points in six of his last eight games. Since the Pacers have been struggling on defense, White and Giddey can be the center of a strong Bulls stack for Monday, and both should continue to get plenty of work in Chicago's backcourt.
Immanuel Quickley, TOR - PG ($6.5K)
The Raptors gave Quickley the night off on Saturday when they faced the Wizards in the first of their two-game set in Toronto. After Washington's one-point win in that game, IQ is ready to return to help the Raptors get revenge on Monday night.
Before resting for a game, Quickley turned in one of his best performances of the season with 34 points and 56.25 DraftKings points in a win over the Jazz.
Immanuel Quickley with the BIG three 🔥pic.twitter.com/KG1L9ZxlLx
— Raptors Nation (@RaptorsNationCP) March 8, 2025
Quickley has at least 30 DraftKings points in six of his eight games since the All-Star break, including two games with over 50 DraftKings points. Facing the Wizards has been a dream scenario for point guards this season, and it should be a matchup in which Quickley can thrive on Monday.
Even though the Raptors will have their three stars available with Quickley, Scottie Barnes($8.5K), and RJ Barrett ($7.4K) not on the injury report, there should still be enough work for Quickley to produce a big game at this salary in this matchup.
Others Under Consideration: Jayson Tatum - SF/PF ($10.3K), Devin Booker - PG ($9.1K), De'Aaron Fox - PG/SG ($8.9K), Ja Morant - PG ($8.6K), Bam Adebayo - PF/C ($9.3K), Jalen Williams - SF/PF ($8.5K), Scottie Barnes - PG/SF ($8.5K), Keyonte George - PG ($6.9K), Andrew Nembhard - PG/SG ($5.7K)
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DraftKings NBA DFS Value Picks
Nicolas Claxton, BKN – C ($5.5K)
Claxton is a high-risk, high-reward play as the Nets host the Lakers on Monday night. He has shown he can go off for huge games but has also disappeared at times. The Nets will be without Cam Thomas (hamstring), so offensive work should be available.
Claxton will be in a favorable matchup against the Lakers frontcourt that could be without Jaxson Hayes ($5K; knee, questionable) and will also be without Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) and Rui Hachimura (knee).
Claxton had 22.5 DraftKings points in his last game on Friday but showed more upside in his last home game with 41.25 DraftKings points in 30 minutes against the Warriors.
Career Night for Nic Claxton with 10 assists, also had 4 stocks and was a team high +18
Really nice to see Claxton's improvement as a playmaker throughout the season, career highs in onball%, Ast/100 and pAst/100 pic.twitter.com/OzJ66ROEIp
— Nets Film Room (@NetsFilm) March 7, 2025
He definitely has the potential to go off given the matchup, but his risk makes him best used in tournament lineups.
Tre Jones, CHI – PG ($4.8K)
Tre Jones has moved into the Bulls starting lineup for the last three games and turned in three strong performances. With Lonzo Ball ($4.7K; wrist) doubtful, he should be set for another turn in the starting five on Monday against the Pacers.
In his three starts, Jones has produced 31, 34.25, and 35.25 DraftKings points. He has produced in a variety of ways with a 20-point game and a near triple-double during that span.
Tre Jones for the lead 👏 pic.twitter.com/wTdicKM0fY
— Bulls on CHSN (@CHSN_Bulls) March 9, 2025
The 25-year-old almost always contributes great non-scoring numbers and has been a very nice fit with Giddey and White. If he gets another start, he's a very strong option under $5K.
Kessler Edwards, DAL – PF/C ($4K)
The Mavericks head to San Antonio to face the Spurs in a battle of teams dealing with significant injuries. The Mavericks could get P.J. Washington ($7.2K; ankle) or Kai Jones ($5K; quad) back from injury, but if they remain out, Edwards would be in a very good matchup against the Spurs.
Edwards has been forced to start at center for the Mavs due to multiple injuries and has risen to the occasion. He has started 11 of the last 15 games for Dallas and played over 25 minutes in each of his last three contests, producing 20, 28.25, and 19.75 DraftKings points.
He played 31 minutes against the Suns on Sunday and will be in for another big workload on Monday unless Washington or Jones returns. At just $4K, he brings a high ceiling and a pretty safe floor while getting so much playing time.
Brandon Clarke, MEM – PF/C ($4.2K)
Clarke had been rolling until a down game on Sunday. He'll look to bounce back on Monday in the second game of the Grizzlies' back-to-back against the Suns. On Sunday, he played just 17 minutes and had two points and 11.75 DraftKings points against the Pelicans.
Vince Williams Jr. ($3.8K) played more minutes in a spot start, but he has not played in a back-to-back since returning from a long-term injury. If Williams or Zach Edey ($4.8K) is out for the second night of the set, Clarke could get huge minutes and be a great value.
Before Sunday, Clarke had scored double-digit points in five straight games and produced 32.75 and 38.0 DraftKings points in his two games after the JJJ injury. He should be able to bounce back in a great matchup against the Suns, against whom he had 25.25 DraftKings points in 21 minutes when they met at the end of February.
🇨🇦 Represent The Canadians 🇨🇦
Brandon Clarke | vs. Phoenix
14 POINTS
5 REBOUNDS
2 ASSISTS pic.twitter.com/vt0wefZQPx— NBA Canada (@NBACanada) February 26, 2025
Keep an eye on the Memphis injury report to see how much time he'll get, but if minutes are coming his way, he should be a great value.
Others Under Consideration: Andre Drummond - C ($5.4K), Max Christie - SG ($5.4K), Kyshawn George - PF ($5.3K), Keon Johnson - PG/SF ($4.5K), Justin Champagnie - PF ($4.1K), Orlando Robinson - C ($3.7K), Tristan Vukcevic - C ($3.7K), Dante Exum - PG/SF ($4.2K)
Today's Top NBA DFS Game Stack
Suns at Grizzlies (243 total)
The Grizzlies continue to be regular recurring characters in the highest point total of the night since they play with so much pace. They lead the NBA in pace and the Suns lead the NBA in points allowed over their last 15 games. When these teams met two weeks ago, the Grizzlies won a 151-148 track meet.
The Suns are mostly healthy for this rematch, so Kevin Durant($9.4K) and Devin Booker ($9.1K) will lead the way with Bradley Beal ($6.4K) and Bol Bol ($5.2K) also solid mid-salaried options. They don't normally offer a ton of value plays, but Grayson Allen ($4.2K) will be facing his former team and always has a high ceiling since his outside shot can get hot.
The Grizzlies are finishing a back-to-back but Desmond Bane ($7.9K) and Ja Morant ($8.6K) are both strong options to consider building around if they play. Santi Aldama ($6.2K; calf) missed the last game for Memphis but could be very involved if he returns. Without JJJ, Zach Edey ($4.8K), Brandon Clarke ($4,200), and GG Jackson II ($3.7K) all have potential if asked to play more minutes. Vince Williams Jr. ($3.8K) looked good in his start Sunday, but he may not be available for Monday's back-to-back.
Pacers at Bulls (241.5 total)
The Pacers dropped two straight to the Hawks but were without Tyrese Haliburton ($8.7K; hip). If Hali returns, he'll give the offense a huge boost and lift the whole team. Andrew Nembhard ($5.7K) and Aaron Nesmith ($5K) played well in his absence and would team up with Pascal Siakam ($8.2K) to lead the way if Haliburton misses another game.
The Bulls are in a great spot, which is why Josh Giddey ($8.5K), Coby White ($7,200), and Tre Jones ($4.8K) are all featured above. Kevin Huerter ($4,1K) andJalen Smith($4K) are good bargains to add to the mix as well. Nikola Vucevic ($7.7K; calf) is questionable after missing seven games. If he plays, he would take minutes from Zach Collins ($6.1K), who has played well in his absence.
My Favorite NBA DFS Picks for Today
Here is where I leave you with some of my favorites.
- My favorite OVERALL play on the slate: Desmond Bane
- My favorite CASH play on the slate: Onyeka Okongwu
- My favorite GPP play on the slate: Nikola Jokic
- My favorite VALUE play: Tre Jones
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