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After a large Monday slate, we're back down to a four game Tuesday slate. These are the type of slates that I'm expected more often than not on a Tuesday, but there are still plenty of fantasy options to choose from.
In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for DraftKings on 11/6/18. These DFS lineup picks can vary from higher-priced players and elite options to lower-priced players and value picks on DraftKings.
You can also check out today's FanDuel lineup picks and our Premium DFS Cheat Sheet. And don't forget to check out our brand new NBA DFS Matchup Ratings tool with daily player projections. As always, don't set your lineups to early and check player statuses prior to opening tip. Give me a follow on Twitter @BalesSJustin with questions or comments. Good luck everyone.
DraftKings DFS Guards
Devin Booker - PG/SG, vs BKN ($8,200)
Booker has only played in six games this season due to injury, but he's fully healthy now, and expected to play big minutes tonight. On the season, he's averaging 25.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 6.7 assists in 34.4 minutes per game. He has also posted a ridiculous 32.8% usage rating early this season. He gets a matchup against the Brooklyn Nets in a game that should feature a plethora of points, and Booker is the top scoring option for Phoenix on a nightly basis.
Dennis Smith Jr. - PG, vs WAS ($5,700)
Smith continues to be a bit underpriced on a nightly basis on DraftKings. On the season, he's averaging 16.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.0 steal in 30.1 minutes per game. He has played 30+ minutes in four of his last five games, scoring 30+ fantasy points in three of them. He gets a great matchup against the Washington Wizards, who rank 27th in the NBA against the point guard this season. Smith makes a solid salary relief option on a smaller slate.
DraftKings DFS Forwards
Giannis Antetokounmpo - SF/PF, at POR ($12,600)
Antetokounmpo is the only elite forward option on this slate, and he's the best player overall, as well. Through eight games, he is averaging 26.1 points, 13.9 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 1.4 blocks, and 1.0 steal in 31.2 minutes per game. He owns an elite 35.6% usage rating this season, and Portland simply doesn't have anyone that is going to be able to guard him. Antetokounmpo has scored over 80 fantasy points once this season, and his ceiling could be on full display once again tonight.
Deandre Bembry - SF, at CHA ($4,300)
Bembry is a salary relief option that can be considered in all leagues tonight. Taurean Prince is doubtful for this game, and once he's formally ruled out, Bembry will slide into bigger minutes. On the season, he's averaging 12.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 2.3 steals on a per-36 minute basis. He was also able to score 45.5 fantasy points in his last game with 30 minutes this season. If Prince is ruled out, Bembry should be locked into big minutes, making him an elite option.
DraftKings DFS Center
DeAndre Jordan - C, vs WAS ($7,900)
The Washington Wizards will feature a better frontcourt with Dwight Howard back, but they have still struggled against opposing centers, specifically in terms of rebounding. Jordan is the exact type of center to utilize against Washington, as he's one of the best rebounders in the NBA. On the season, he's averaging 12.7 points, 14.3 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.4 blocks in 33.4 minutes per game. This is an elite matchup for Jordan, and he can be used in all leagues tonight.
