NBA DFS Lineup Picks & Sleepers: FanDuel Advice for 11/17

All throughout the 2014-15 campaign, RotoBaller will be giving you the top NBA DFS lineup picks at the guard, forward and center positions as well as a couple of sleepers for the day. Below are our favorite picks for November 17th, 2014.

Keep in mind, fantasy basketball is a fickle game when it comes to injured players, so be sure to check all lineups prior to tip-off. If you want to chat about your roster picks, check out the DFS chat room at the bottom of this post.

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Top DFS Picks (Worth the Investment)

Rajon Rondo (BOS, PG) - $8,500

About three weeks into the season, it has become clear that Rondo enters each game with one thing on his mind, posting a triple-double. The Celtics point guard only has one such effort thus far, but is averaging 10.1 points, 8.1 rebounds and 12.0 assists. It may not be the best for his team in terms of winning, but that is of no consequence to fantasy owners who have enjoyed his 38.6 fantasy points per contest. Also enhancing Rondo's value is his 1.9 steals per game.

Tonight, the Celtics take on a Suns team that likes to get up and down the floor while often leaving something to be desired on the defensive end. Do not be surprised if Rondo tacks on a second triple-double in this matchup.

 

Tim Duncan (SAS, PF) - $8,000

As with any veteran San Antonio player, one must make sure prior to game time that Duncan is indeed in the lineup. However, with the Spurs off yesterday, the future hall of famer should be in there tonight and come up with a strong effort versus Philadelphia.

Even at age 38, Duncan continues to produce at an elite level, putting up 14.5 points, 11.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.9 blocks per game. Those stats are have resulted in an average output of 35.1 FanDuel points. He does not have the high-end upside of an Anthony Davis or Blake Griffin, but has scored over 30 fantasy points in each of his last four games.

Duncan might just be the steadiest option on the board among forwards and has an A+ match-up.

 

Brook Lopez (BKN, C) - $6,900

Center is a surprisingly deep position tonight, but Lopez stands out due to his discounted price. Despite Brooklyn capping his minutes to about 30 per game, Lopez has shown why he is considered one of the best offensive bigs in the NBA. His 16.5 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.6 blocks are not out of line for his career, but he has turned up his defense with 1.3 steals per contest, which boosts his fantasy value immensely.

Lopez has scored at least 20 fantasy points in each game. Tonight, he takes on a Miami team that is small along the front line and could again be without Josh McRoberts. Per dollar, it is difficult to find a better center option on the board today.

 

Best DFS Values (Sleepers)

Joe Harris (CLE, SG) - $3,600

With Dion Waiters struggling and Matthew Dellavedova hurt, Harris has stepped up in the backcourt for the Cavaliers. The young sharpshooter has played 20, 19 and 21 minutes over the last three games. Harris produced a career outing in Cleveland’s last game, going 4-of-5 from deep while putting up 21.8 fantasy points.

Word out of Cavs' camp is that it is only a matter of time before Harris is starting. Considering that possible development, being surrounded by weapons like LeBron James, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love is almost sure to result in open looks for the young guard.

For near minimum salary tonight, Harris could make for a great punt option against a Denver team that often struggles on the defensive side of the court.

 

Devin Harris (DAL, PG) - $4,500

It is a Harris double play in the value column Monday night, as the veteran point guard also comes in as a price-conscious option tonight.

The downside to Harris’ potential is that his minutes have been a bit sporadic, going anywhere from 33 to 12 over the last week. However, with Jameer Nelson less than 100 percent, Harris will likely see well over 20 minutes tonight, which should make him a lock to hit his average of 20.6 fantasy points.

Harris also gets a bump playing due to Monday's opponent, as the Hornets feature a defensively lacking point guard in Kemba Walker.

 

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