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We are on to the second round of the NBA playoffs, and that means we are looking at mostly two game slates from here on out. Pricing for players has been adjusted, so you can mix in plenty of the higher priced options. If you normally play cash games, try some tournaments, great time to give it a shot with a smaller player pool. So sit back, read up, and let's win some contests.
In this article, I will be providing you with daily NBA lineup picks for DraftKings on 5/02/17. The picks will range from some of the elite players, to mid-priced options, and value plays. Shall we dance?
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DraftKings DFS Guards
George Hill – PG, @ GS ($5,600)
The Jazz are coming off of their Game 7 victory against the Clippers and they are set to take on the Warriors. Hill had a very solid series in round one, where he scored 25 or more DraftKings points in six of the seven games. Strong numbers from a player who isn’t among the top tier point guards. The value and upside of Hill comes from the pace this game will be played at. The Jazz are one of the slowest paced teams in the league, and the Warriors are one of the fastest. For this match up, Hill should be playing up in pace, and will see extra work and touches. He could see 35-40 point games, simply from the pace increase. He is also a bit cheaper compared to the other point guards, and the savings will help fit in big name players.
Bradley Beal – SG, @ BOS ($7,700)
Beal and Wall might be the most electric back court in the NBA outside of Golden State. The Wizards are down one game versus Boston and they really need to come back to DC with one win. This is the time for Beal to step up, and show he is an elite player. He has scored 38 or more DraftKings points in four straight games. He finished the series against the Hawks very strong, and Game 1 versus the Celtics was much of the same. Beal has the consistency you need for cash games, and the upside from three pointers and steals for GPPs. Lock him in tonight.
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Joe Johnson – SF, @ GS ($5,100)
The old veteran is having himself one hell of a playoffs. Really stepping up and contributing for their round one win over the Clippers. Johnson scored 26 fantasy points or more in three of the last four games. Not really expecting those numbers from a true role player in the last few years of his career, but damn is he getting it done. He also offers a good bit of salary relief, which will allow you to fit a few of the bigger stars in one lineup.
Jae Crowder – PF, vs WAS ($6,000)
Crowder is coming off of his best offensive performance of this year’s playoffs, where he put up 24 real points for a total of 38 fantasy points. The Celtics are up 1-0 over the Wizards and will need another full team effort to pull out a win in Game 2. Crowder is generally a good DFS play since he can contribute in multiple categories, and really fill the stat sheet. I don’t expect Crowder to top what he did in Game 1, but he if has a performance close to that, you will be in good shape.
DraftKings DFS Centers
Draymond Green - C, vs UTA ($7,900)
Green may not be as explosive as the other members of the Warriors, but he gets it done night in and night out. A quick four game series versus Portland lead to Green putting up 66 points, then three straight of 44 points. He is a threat to put up a triple double every game, and has some serious upside because he can get a good amount of steals and blocks, which are a great point booster. Utah is one of the better defensive teams in the league, so it will be interesting to see how this series plays out. Great offense versus great defense, and Green will be on both sides of that, as long as he doesn't kick anyone below the belt.
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