X
Lost password?

Don't have an account?
Gain Access Now

X

Receive free daily analysis

NFL
NBA
NHL
NASCAR
CFB
MLB
MMA
PGA
ESPORTS
BETTING

Already have an account? Log In

X

Forgot Password


POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Daily Stats & Leaders
All Pitcher Matchups
Compare Any Players
Compare Any Players
Rookies & Call-Ups
24x7 News and Alerts

LPL DFS Picks for 2/2: DraftKings & FanDuel League of Legends Daily Fantasy

Jason Malmanger's expert League of Legends (LoL) DFS advice and DraftKings & FanDuel lineup picks for LPL on 2/2/21. His top LoL value plays and esports DFS recommendations.

Billibilli damm Gaming, as one of the preeminent BLG fans anywhere, I was happy to see my boys draft some carries for Aiming and let him do his thing. I only had one BLG lineup, which was on Fanduel, so I'll let you know how that did tomorrow. So while I'm ecstatic about BLG taking down RNG, I'm more than a little miffed it was on a day I didn't have a lot of exposure. Oh, and SNG won; they were in cruise control, looking like they wouldn't need more than 12 kills or 24 minutes to close out LGD in game two. Pedal to the medal the last five minutes, and SNG stacks were sitting pretty.

It seems like all of our two-game LPL slates have had a similar setup with a couple of big favorites, and today is no different. We hadn't seen a fav fall since the TES loss to RW until BLG pulled the rug out from under RNG. WE and EDG will look to get that streak back on track today. Let's jump in!

Today I'll provide my League of Legends advice, analysis, and picks, for this LPL slate on DraftKings and FanDuel that locks at 4:00 AM on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021. Make sure you follow me on Twitter @Mr_Malmanger as I often post starting lineups when I see them and other useful info for the slate.

Featured Promo: Get any DFS Premium Bundle for for 50% off using code SUMMER! Win more with expert advice from proven winners and exclusive DFS tools. Get instant access to RotoBaller's Lineup Optimizers, Research Stations, daily picks and VIP chat rooms across 10 sports! Go Premium, Win More!

 

4:00 AM: Rare Atom (+225) vs. Team WE (-315)

Rare Atom held serve versus RW on Sunday, but the level of competition jumps up today. WE will be looking to rebound after an embarrassing sweep to RNG; okay, losing to another top team may have only been embarrassing to me, who picked them to win. Can WE right the ship, or will Rare Atom pull off a big upset?

Not overreacting is a critical element of all dfs, and lol dfs is no different. Just because someone or some team looked terrific last time out doesn't necessarily mean that they are the play today. The opposite is also true, and I think this is a spot to prove that out. WE were looking like juggernauts until RNG unseated them, and RA looked done after consecutive 0-2s before sweeping RW. So I'm not overreacting to the WE loss or the RW win. Teams are evolving all the time, and the WE that lost Friday is not the WE that will play today, right, Matty?

Today's WE should enjoy a slight edge in the early game, but the teams have a precisely equal GD@15 with 474 each. Heralds are also identical, but Rare Atom holds a considerable lead in the first turret percentage, but WE have a similar edge in the first three turrets. First drake, total drakes, and baron rates are all in favor of Team WE. Vision score is on the RA side, as are CSM and DPM; those last two were quite a surprise to me. In this instance, I like WE's priority on dragon more than RA's rift herald and first turret rate. That's typically the cross-map trade that teams make, and judging by the gold differential and first three turrets stats, RA won't be able to gain enough from a rift herald play to offset the dragon stacking of WE.

I bang on Leyan repeatedly, but statistically, he's keeping pace with Beishang in his small sample size. Leyan matches the all-pro in farm and KP% while being ahead in kill share, DPM, and vision. I am shocked by that and more than a little distressed. Beishang's most played this year, and last is Graves. He is 3-1 on the champ this split, but the overall win rate is only 28% inside the LPL. Leyan has played more of the current meta champs like Pantheon, which further helps his cause. In the bot lane, I like Juimeng and Missing over Iboy and Hang. Juimeng is 7-0 on Kaisa this year, and I wouldn't be surprised to see a ban come out or for RA to first pick the champ for Iboy. These two matchups will shape this contest, and I think WE have the edge in both. Leyan's stats look very good but buffed by the tremendous leads he got versus RW.

I think you can make a case for a Rare Atom upside with some good drafts aided by the blue side first pick advantage. Overall the objective control for WE and their focus on getting their bot lane ahead will lead to the win. Now we find out the Yimeng is starting in the mid lane instead of Shanks. He doesn't necessarily represent a downgrade at the position, but I'm never a fan of messing with a roster's consistency. Yimeng's champion pool isn't substantially different from Shanks, but he does have more Gallio, Twisted Fate, Karma, and Sett.

I think we see WE playing a bit more like last year's team getting their mid laner on the move, and more often than not, that move will be to the bot lane to get them ahead. They could also be more fantasy-friendly as they were last summer. This move is an interesting wrinkle for a seemingly straight forward slate. I think this betting line will move more to RA off the news, giving them some implied value on both sites. I believe mid laners are currently more like running backs in that they don't matter. I'll still take WE here for the win, but I'm also more likely to hedge the spot because I'm not too fond of inconsistency.

Top WE Plays:

  • Juimeng - ADC - even if I'm wrong about the roams, he still leads KP% and KS%.
  • Missing - SUP - along for the ride.
  • Beishang - JNG - its BAE, come on.
  • Yimeng - MID - Teacherma was third on the team in KP% last summer, playing a similar roaming style. I could be waaay off here, but I believe this is the intention of the move.

Top RA Plays: 

  • Fofo - MID - if I'm wrong and mid laners do matter, this will likely be a great play. Worth the hedge IMO.
  • Leyan - JNG - leads the team in kill share.
  • Iboy - ADC - all attention looks to be coming to the bottom half of the map.
  • Hang - SUP - I have to apologize to Hang and his supporters. He's played well this split, and he'll be in the middle of the action today.

 

Did you know RotoBaller has a Premium DFS eSports subscription?

Like what you read today? You can show your support for Jason by using promo code MRMALMANGER when purchasing an eSports Premium Pass. You get 10% off, and full access to all of our Premium eSports cheat sheets, DFS research tools, and optimizer!

 

6:00 AM: Victory 5 (+300) vs. Edward Gaming (-475)

V5 nearly got me my RNG upset, then managed to let TT sweep them. That's what roster swapping will get you, or so I say. EDG hasn't played in over a week, but they will grace us with their presence twice this week. Will they continue their undefeated run, or can V5 get back to their upset-minded ways.

V5 on the slate, and they are trying another lineup combo. V5 will also be trying to secure another early rift herald, and they lead EDG 70% to 46% in herald takes. Their first turret rate is similarly impressive at 75% to EDG's 58%. Those stats explain what V5 is all about, and if they don't succeed at that early snowball, they can be in big trouble, as we saw versus RNG. EDG has the advantage in drakes, barons, and vision numbers. Statistically speaking, I think EDG are close enough early and better late that V5 won't be able to get that snowball rolling.

However, we do have a spot where we could see EDG behind early and looking to get back into the game. That's been a profitable spot for dfs thus far this year. V5 are averaging over 18 deaths per loss, and we saw them give up 20 plus in three of their last four losses. V5 could pressure EDG with their early towers and gold leads. We did see them steamroll RNG in the second game of that series, so they are not without hope. EDG has SNG on the horizon, and they may be looking ahead. I wouldn't say I like it, but I think there are reasons we could see the only remaining undefeated falling here.

Top EDG Plays: 

  • Viper - ADC - MVP caliber performance thus far.
  •  Meiko - SUP - so good on this current support meta.
  •  Jiejie - JNG - just behind Scout in KP% and Flandre in KS%
  • Scout - MID - I think you all know I love this guy already.

 

Summary

  1. TLDR: WE 2-1, EDG 2-1. Some lineup upheaval puts some upsets on the map, and I don't mind RA with this news. V5 can pull a fast one if EDG are looking ahead or haven't seen the game film from the RNG series.
  2. I think the first set is suddenly more spicy, but I love how V5 goes flying into fights headfirst. They are currently fourth in the league in CKM, a metric I use for pace. EDG, though, is second to last, and that hurts.
  3. The slate is still 17 hours from lock, and it's already been turned on its head. I'm glad I procrastinated long enough for that roster news to drop. Terrible writing process for the win! Still not long enough for FanDuel to update last night's contests, though. Pure comedy.


RotoBaller Testimonials

Readers of RotoBaller's eSports DFS articles have been
winning money on DraftKings and FanDuel regularly. Some of them are winning contests daily and bringing in some serious cheddar. Check one out below and lots more here!

Did you read a RotoBaller article and win too? Send us your screenshots on Twitter @RotoBaller and we'll add it to our winners Hall Of Fame!




POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Daily Stats & Leaders
All Pitcher Matchups
Compare Any Players
Compare Any Players
Rookies & Call-Ups
24x7 News and Alerts

REAL-TIME FANTASY NEWS

Saquon Barkley

in Line for More Receiving Work in 2025?
Juan Soto

Back in Lineup Against Giants
Mack Hollins

Patriots Have Big Plans for Mack Hollins?
Jalin Hyatt

Adds Weight Over the Offseason
Keenan Allen

Visiting Chargers on Friday
Jeremy Peña

Jeremy Pena Reinstated and Starting on Friday
George Springer

Goes on Concussion Injured List
Dyami Brown

"Explosive" in Jaguars Camp
James Proche II

Impressing in Titans Camp
Kyle Williams

"Up and Down" in Training Camp Practices
Dallas Cowboys

Micah Parsons Requests Trade Out of Dallas
Kenny Pickett

Returns to Practice in Limited Capacity
JoJo Romero

the Top Candidate for Saves in St. Louis
Braelon Allen

Returns to Jets Practice
Xavier Worthy

Avoids Concussion
Nolan Arenado

Going on Injured List With Shoulder Injury
DeVonta Smith

Misses Fourth Practice
Dontayvion Wicks

Takes Part in Friday's Practice
Jayden Reed

Practicing on Friday
Conor McGregor

Enters UFC Testing Pool
Emanuel Wilson

Suffers Leg Injury on Friday
Bryce Young

and Starters Will Play First Two Preseason Games
Ja'Tavion Sanders

"Shining" in Practice
New York Jets

Quinnen Williams is Week-to-Week with Calf Injury
Dallas Cowboys

Micah Parson Considering Drastic Measures Amid Contract Negotiations
Grayson Rodriguez

Considering Having Surgery
Cam Skattebo

Missing Team Drills, Being Managed by Giants
Calvin Ridley

Won't Practice on Friday
Devin Williams

Yankees Plan to Keep Devin Williams in Closer's Role
HyunSung Park

Looks To Remain Undefeated
Tatsuro Taira

Set For UFC Vegas 108 Main Event
Mateusz Rębecki

Mateusz Rebecki Looks For His Second Consecutive Win
Chris Duncan

Looks To Extend His Win Streak
Elves Brener

Looks For His Fourth UFC Win
Esteban Ribovics

Set For UFC Vegas 108 Main Card Bout
Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos

Elizeu Zaleski Dos Santos Aims To Bounce Back
Karol Rosa

Looks To Get Back In The Win Column
Nora Cornolle

Looks To Win Back-To-Back Fights
Neil Magny

Returns At UFC Vegas 108
Kevin Vallejos

Set To Open Up UFC Vegas 108 Main Card
Danny Silva

Set For His Third UFC Fight
Mikal Bridges

Signs Extension with Knicks
Jackson Chourio

Expected to Go on Injured List With Hamstring Strain
Jonathan Aranda

Rays Hope Jonathan Aranda Can Return in September
Shelby Miller

Brewers Acquire Shelby Miller
José Caballero

Jose Caballero Shipped to the Bronx
Bailey Falter

Traded to Royals
Charlie Morton

Headed to Detroit
Camilo Doval

Yankees Acquire Camilo Doval
Griffin Jax

Traded to Tampa Bay
Connor McDavid

Oilers Hope to Finalize Connor McDavid's Contract Extension Soon
Willi Castro

Joining Cubs
BUF

Devon Levi Re-Signs With Sabres for Two Years
Merrill Kelly

Rangers to Acquire Merrill Kelly
Martin Pospisil

Signs Three-Year Extension
Ramón Laureano

Ramon Laureano Heading to San Diego
Ryan O'Hearn

Padres Acquire Ryan O'Hearn From Orioles
Jesús Sánchez

Jesus Sanchez Traded to the Astros
Carlos Correa

Astros Acquire Carlos Correa From the Twins
Dario Šarić

Dario Saric Hoping to Have Meaningful Role with Kings
Donte DiVincenzo

to Skip EuroBasket Due to Injury
Ayo Dosunmu

Set to Remain in Chicago
Malevy Leons

Signs Exhibit 10 Deal With Thunder
Daeqwon Plowden

Kings Pick Up Daeqwon Plowden on Two-Way Deal
Bryce McGowens

Signs Two-Way Deal with Pelicans
Jonathan Kuminga

Declines Latest Offers from Golden State
Gary Woodland

Eyeing Strong Finish to Reach Playoffs
Max McGreevy

Chasing a Miracle at Wyndham
Stephan Jaeger

a Solid Value Play at Wyndham Championship
Max Homa

Fighting to Salvage Disappointing Season
Nicolai Hojgaard

a Sleeper at Wyndham Championship
Rickie Fowler

Riding Quiet Momentum Into Wyndham
Brian Campbell

a Wild Card at Wyndham Championship
Akshay Bhatia

Looking to Flip the Script at Wyndham Championship
Aaron Rai

Finishes Tied For 34th at Open Championship
Andrew Novak

Finishes Tied For 63rd at Open Championship
Hideki Matsuyama

Finishes Tied For 16th at Open Championship
Kurt Kitayama

Wins 3M Open
Tom Kim

Finishes Tied For 28th at 3M Open
PGA

Sungjae Im Misses Cut at 3M Open
Max Greyserman

Misses Cut at 3M Open
Jordan Spieth

Looks to End Regular Season on a High Note at Wyndham Championship
Matt Fitzpatrick

Finishes Tied For Fourth at Open Championship
Eric Cole

Misses Cut at 3M Open
Keith Mitchell

Needs a Big Week at Wyndham Championship
Robert MacIntyre

is the Perfect Kind of Ball-Striker for Wyndham Championship
Charlie McAvoy

Ready to Go for Next Season
Dylan Samberg

Agrees to Three-Year Contract with Jets
Michael Kim

Needs More Solid Finishes
NBA

Thanasis Antetokounmpo Added to Greece Training Camp Roster for EuroBasket 2025
Los Angeles Clippers

Patrick Baldwin Jr. Waived by Clippers
Josh Green

May Not be Ready for Start of Hornets Training Camp
NBA

Thomas Bryant Set to Move to Greece
Cam Thomas

Nets Far Apart in Contract Talks
Kristaps Porzingis

Feeling "Great" Ahead of New Season
Chris Paul

Hints He Could Extend His Career Beyond the 2025-26 Season
Brandon Miller

Close to 100 Percent
Jayden Struble

Canadiens Lock Up Jayden Struble for Two Years
Robert Whittaker

Loses Back-To-Back Fights
Reinier de Ridder

Gets Split-Decision Win
Conor Timmins

Avoids Salary Arbitration with Two-Year Deal
Marcus McGhee

Drops Decision At UFC Abu Dhabi
Toronto Raptors

Colin Castleton Waived by Raptors on Monday
Petr Yan

Extends Win Streak
Marc-Andre Barriault

Suffers Decision Loss
Shara Magomedov

Gets Back In The Win Column
Jose Ochoa

Dominated At UFC Abu Dhabi
MMA

Asu Almbayev Dominates At UFC Abu Dhabi
Kyle Larson

Falls Short of Back-To-Back Victories at Indianapolis
Denny Hamlin

Rallies Into Third Place At Indianapolis
Chase Briscoe

Pit Strategies End up Failing Chase Briscoe at Indianapolis
Ty Gibbs

Wins NASCAR's Inaugural In-Season Challenge Tournament
Ryan Preece

Finishes Fourth but Loses Ground to Playoff Cutline
Brad Keselowski

Has Good Strategy, but Not Enough to Win
Ryan Blaney

Bails from Hail Mary Strategy Attempt but Recovers to Finish Seventh
Tyler Reddick

Eliminated from Brickyard 400 in Crash After Top Five Run
Chicago Bulls

Billy Donovan Agrees to Contract Extension with Chicago
Erik Jones

Is Erik Jones Worth Rostering At Indianapolis This Week?
Carson Hocevar

Is Carson Hocevar Worth Rostering For Indianapolis DFS Lineups?
NASCAR

Could A.J. Allmendinger be A Solid Tournament DFS Option?
Zane Smith

Is a Respectable Value Option for Indianapolis Despite Low Experience
Cole Custer

Is A Solid Value Option for Indianapolis DFS Lineups
Riley Herbst

Is an Unfavorable DFS Option for Indianapolis Lineups
Zeev Buium

Aims for Big Role Next Season
NHL

Conor Sheary Signs Tryout Deal with Rangers
Denny Hamlin

an Easy DFS Target After Wreck in Qualifying
Arvid Soderblom

Agrees to Two-Year Deal with Blackhawks
Kyle Larson

Will Start 13th to Defend Brickyard 400 Crown
Chase Briscoe

on Pole for Brickyard as Momentum Continues to Build
Ryan Blaney

Learned a Lot in Practice at Indianapolis
Brad Keselowski

Should Be Very Strong at Indianapolis
NASCAR

Could Bubba Wallace Challenge for a Brickyard 400 Win on Sunday?
Ryan Preece

Don't Forget About Ryan Preece at Indianapolis
RANKINGS
C
1B
2B
3B
SS
OF
SP
RP

RANKINGS

QB
RB
WR
TE
K
DEF