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

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (4/25/22): Today's Top NBA DFS Lineups

luka doncic NBA dfs lineup picks daily fantasy basketball advice

The top daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for DraftKings and FanDuel on April 25, 2022. Juan Carlos Blanco provides NBA DFS analysis and sleeper picks for building optimal DFS rosters.

The NBA playoffs continued to get more intriguing over the weekend, and we're now set for a three-game slate Monday night. There's a bit of everything on the ledger -- the Celtics could pull off the clean sweep of the Nets, the 76ers have a chance to also advance after dropping Game 4 to the Raptors and the Jazz and Mavericks are set to dislodge their 2-2 tie.

Even with just six teams in action, we have a solid array of appealing options across the salary cap, and with two teams trying to stave off elimination, we should be in for three highly competitive games.

This article will provide you with my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for DraftKings and FanDuel on 4/25/22. Remember to monitor the NBA injury report as the slate can completely change before lineup lock, which is at 7:00pm ET tonight. Good luck, RotoBallers.

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!

 

DraftKings and FanDuel Guards - NBA DFS Lineup Picks

Luka Doncic - PG, DAL vs. UTA ($10,600 DK; $10,400 FD)    

Doncic left zero doubt as to the health of his previously ailing calf in Game 4, racking up 30 points and 10 rebounds on his way to compiling 54 DK/50 FD points. The star point guard had no signs of rust whatsoever, shooting 52.4 percent, including 40.0 percent from three-point range. He's now shooting 47.2 percent, including 43.2 percent from behind the arc, in four games versus Utah since the start of the regular season, and with Dallas back in front of the home crowd Monday, Doncic could be in for an emotionally-charged, rewarding performance.

Donovan Mitchell - PG/SG, UTA at DAL ($8,800 DK; $8,900 FD)

Mitchell saw a drop in efficiency in Game 4, but he still posted 45.5 DK/45.7 FD points. The solid effort fantasy-wise took Mitchell's average against Dallas since the start of the season to 42.9 DK points across eight games; he should naturally be heavily involved once again in a critical Game 5 after averaging 28.5 shot attempts per game at American Airlines Center in Games 1 and 2. Even if Mitchell lacks for efficiency again versus Dallas' stingy home-floor defense, the fact his usage has been through the roof all series and his salaries remain under $9K make him very worthwhile for cash or tournaments again.

Marcus Smart - PG/SG, BOS at BKN ($6,300 DK; $6,000 FD)

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown get all the headlines, but Smart has been a somewhat under-the-radar tormentor of the Nets since the start of the regular season. Following his well-balanced Game 3 effort (14 points, six assists, three rebounds, two steals), Smart is now shooting 46.0 percent, including 40.4 percent from three-point range, in seven games versus the Nets, and is averaging 33.7 DK points in that span. That makes him a strong play once again at his current salaries Monday, especially with Boston fighting to close out the series.

ALSO CONSIDER:  Jalen Brunson - PG/SG, DAL vs. UTA ($7,200 DK; $7,300 FD); Jordan Clarkson, PG/SG, UTA at DAL ($4,700 DK; $5,200 FD)

 

Want more NBA DFS tools and content? Our NBA Premium package includes our daily DFS Cheat Sheets, Research Station, Optimizer, and access to our Premium Slack Chatrooms where members can chat with our NBA analysts. Check out this big win from RotoBaller premium member Bsuperak on FanDuel using our Premium tools - join in on the winning!

 

DraftKings and FanDuel Forwards - NBA DFS Lineup Picks

Jayson Tatum - SF/PF, BOS vs. BKN ($9,500 DK, $10,300 FD)

Speaking of Tatum, he unsurprisingly led the Celtics' charge in Game 3, racking up 65.3 DK/66 FD points on the strength of a 39-point tally. Tatum also scored over 50 fantasy points on both sites in Game 1, making him a strong value play, especially on DK, at his current salaries. The star forward is now averaging nearly 50 fantasy points per game in seven games against Brooklyn since the start of the regular season, and he should naturally be right at the helm of Boston's attack again in a potential series-clinching Game 4.

Tobias Harris - PF, PHI vs. TOR ($6,800 DK; $7,100 FD)

Harris has thrived in his matchup against the Raptors, averaging 18.0 points, 9.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.8 blocks across the first four games of the series, while shooting 58.7 percent, including 53.3 percent from behind the arc. Harris is averaging over 35 fantasy points per game in eight encounters against the Raptors since the start of the regular season, and with Toronto allowing the ninth-highest offensive efficiency to power forwards (26.7 percent), he's right back in play Monday.

Scottie Barnes - SF/PF, TOR at PHI ($6,000 DK; $6,000 FD)

Barnes made a surprise Game 4 return from his ankle injury after originally being listed as doubtful, and he managed to play 26 minutes off the bench while generating 22.8 DK/22.2 FD points. With Toronto facing elimination, Barnes could well be set for a bump in playing time Monday as long he didn't suffer any residual effects from his playing time, and the 76ers are ranked No. 19 in offensive efficiency given up to power forwards (25.9 percent), enhancing his case.

ALSO CONSIDER: Jaylen Brown, BOS at BKN ($8,200 DK; $7,900 FD)

 

DraftKings and FanDuel Centers - NBA DFS Lineup Picks

Pascal Siakam -  TOR at PHI ($9,000 DK; $8,700 FD)

Siakam was masterful in Game 4, recording 56.5 DK/57.1 FD points in 44 minutes. The big man also scored over 40 fantasy points in the first two games of the series and is averaging 49.2 DK points in seven games against the 76ers since the start of the regular season. With Joel Embiid playing at least less than 100 percent and Siakam surely set to do everything he can to help prevent the Raptors' elimination from the postseason, he's an excellent play at his salaries.

Rudy Gobert, UTA at DAL ($7,100 DK; $7,200 FD)

Gobert has recorded over 30 fantasy points in three of the first four games of the series, most recently scoring the winning basket in Game 4 as part of a 17-point, 15-rebound double-double that netted 37.8 DK/34.5 FD points. The Stifle Tower is right back in play at a scarce position for DFS with such a small slate, especially because he offers such a stable floor.

ALSO CONSIDER: Joel Embiid, PHI vs. TOR ($10,200 DK; $10,200 FD)



Download Our Free News & Alerts Mobile App

Like what you see? Download our updated fantasy basketball mobile app for iPhone and Android with 24x7 player news, injury alerts, lineup notifications & DFS articles. All free!

NBA DFS News and Injury Alerts

More DFS Lineup Picks and Analysis




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

Anthony Bradford

Working Hard to Win Back Starting Job
Byron Young

Still Improving?
Cody Simon

Jonathan Gannon has Been Impressed With Cody Simon
SirVocea Dennis

has Impressive Offseason
Trevor Penning

Could Still Have a Role in New Orleans
Jonathan Kuminga

Warriors Decline Recent Offer for Jonathan Kuminga
Orlando Magic

Moritz Wagner, Magic Agree to One-Year Deal
Clarke Schmidt

Placed on Injured List
José Soriano

Jose Soriano Throws Gem Against Braves
Robbie Ray

Earns Ninth Win in Complete Game
T.J. Watt

Likely to Reset the Edge-Rush Market
George Springer

Blasts Two Homers, Drives in Four
James Wood

Goes Yard in Five-Hit Night
Bradley Beal

Suns Discussing Potential Buyout
Los Angeles Lakers

Jaxson Hayes Staying with the Lakers
NBA

Damian Lillard "Open" to Signing With a Team This Offseason
Max Muncy

Out at Least Six Weeks
Clarke Schmidt

Leaves Start with Forearm Tightness
Colson Montgomery

Promoted to the Major Leagues
Pittsburgh Steelers

Omar Khan, Steelers Agree to Three-Year Contract
Max Muncy

Goes on Injured List With Knee Bruise
Max Muncy

Out of Thursday's Lineup
James Wood

Joining Home Run Derby
SJ

Sharks Claim Nick Leddy Off Waivers
Max Scherzer

Cleared to Start on Saturday
SJ

Sharks Sign Dmitry Orlov to Two-Year, $13 Million Contract
CAR

Nikolaj Ehlers Joins Hurricanes on Six-Year Contract
Kodai Senga

Could be "in Play" to Return Before All-Star Break
Ha-Seong Kim

Rays Reinstate Ha-Seong Kim From Injured List
Christian Moore

Placed on Injured List With Thumb Sprain
Luis L. Ortiz

the Subject of Gambling Investigation
Jordan Lawlar

to Miss Multiple Weeks With Hamstring Injury
Yordan Alvarez

Receives Encouraging News on his Hand
Chau Smith-Wade

Having Stellar Offseason
Ace Bailey

Inks Rookie Contract With Jazz
Divine Deablo

Could be the Quarterback of the Defense
Isaiah Rodgers

a Likely Starter for the Vikings
Jacob Monk

Sees Plenty of Work With Starters
Avonte Maddox

has Impressed Dan Campbell
Boston Celtics

Josh Minott Inks Deal With Celtics
Chicago Bears

Ruben Hyppolite Shows Notable Improvement
Sandro Mamukelashvili

Heading to Toronto
Daron Payne

Commanders Coaches Impressed With Daron Payne
Danny Gray

Makes Impression During Offseason Workouts
Jared McCain

Not on 76ers Summer League Roster
Dane Belton

Should Have a Role in 2025
Kaiir Elam

Flashes During Offseason Workouts
Dylan Harper

Unavailable for California Classic
COL

Brent Burns Inks One-Year Deal with Avalanche
STL

Blues Land Pius Suter on Two-Year Deal
Morgan Frost

Agrees to Two-Year Extension with Flames
WPG

Gustav Nyquist Moves to Winnipeg
Cody Glass

Devils Re-Sign Cody Glass to Two-Year Deal
PIT

Anthony Mantha Joins Penguins
Riley Greene

Homers Twice, Drives in Six on Wednesday
Max Muncy

Exits With Apparent Knee Injury
Christian Moore

Exits Early with Thumb Irritation
Cleveland Cavaliers

Larry Nance Jr. Headed Back to Cavaliers
Eric Gordon

Remaining with 76ers
Los Angeles Lakers

Deandre Ayton Joining Lakers
Oronde Gadsden

an Active Pass-Catcher This Offseason
Brashard Smith

Speed Could be Put to Use
Emil Heineman

Signs Two-Year Deal with Islanders
Pat Bryant

Off to a Good Start
Simon Holmstrom

Re-Signs with Islanders for Two Years
Cody Barton

Quickly Becoming a Leader With his New Team
UTA

Nate Schmidt Signs Three-Year Deal with Mammoth
UTA

Brandon Tanev Moves to Utah on Three-Year Contract
NJ

Evgenii Dadonov Joins Devils on One-Year Deal
BUF

Sabres Snap Up Alex Lyon on Two-Year Contract
Dallas Mavericks

Dante Exum Returning to Dallas
Ryan McLeod

Inks Four-Year Extension with Sabres
NAS

Predators Bring in Nick Perbix on Two-Year Deal
Jaren Jackson Jr.

Has Surgery to Repair a Turf Toe Injury
LA

Cody Ceci Moves to Los Angeles
DET

James van Riemsdyk Joins Red Wings on One-Year Contract
Viktor Arvidsson

Traded to Boston
Charlotte Hornets

Spencer Dinwiddie Lands With Charlotte
Bud Cauley

in Great Form Ahead of John Deere Classic
Christiaan Bezuidenhout

a Player to Avoid at John Deere Classic
Jake Knapp

Riding Momentum Ahead of John Deere Classic
PGA

Sungjae Im Looking for Consistency at John Deere Classic
Ryan Gerard

a Solid Option at John Deere Classic
Rickie Fowler

Looking to Rebound at John Deere Classic
Cameron Champ

a Volatile Option at John Deere Classic
Jackson Suber

Staying Below 70 is Key to Success for Jackson Suber
Kevin Roy

Playing Better Heading into John Deere Classic
Justin Lower

Hoping for Something Positive in Illinois
Ben Kohles

a Long Shot at John Deere Classic
Stephan Jaeger

Attempts to Stop Roller-Coaster Ride
Beau Hossler

Needs a Challenge in Illinois
Harry Higgs

Has Potential at John Deere Classic
Nick Dunlap

Keeps Plugging Through Tough 2025 Season
PHI

Dan Vladar Links Up With Flyers on Two-Year Deal
Milwaukee Bucks

Taurean Prince Staying in Milwaukee
Jeff Green

Signs One-Year Deal to Remain in Houston
Los Angeles Lakers

Jake LaRavia Lands with Lakers
Orlando Magic

Tyus Jones Signs One-Year Deal With Magic
Golden State Warriors

Kevon Looney Heads to New Orleans
Kevin Yu

a Near Must-Play at TPC Deere Run
PGA

J.T. Poston Returns to John Deere Classic Looking for Another High Finish
Thriston Lawrence

a Decent Fit For John Deere Classic
Tom Kim

Not Finding Much to be Happy About Ahead of John Deere Classic
Si Woo Kim

is a Prohibitive Fade at John Deere Classic
Ben Griffin

is the Appropriate Favorite at TPC Deere Run
Daniel Suarez

and Trackhouse Racing Parting Ways After 2025 Season
Ilia Topuria

Becomes The New Lightweight Champion
Charles Oliveira

Knocked Out At UFC 317
Kai Kara-France

Alexandre Pantoja Submits Kai Kara-France
Kai Kara-France

Submitted At UFC 317
Joshua Van

Extends His Win Streak
Brandon Royval

Drops Decision
Renato Moicano

Loses Back-To-Back Fights
Beneil Dariush

Gets Back In The Win Column
Felipe Lima

Suffers His First UFC Loss
Payton Talbott

Bounces Back
Alex Bowman

Competitive Run Ends With Third-Place Finish at Atlanta
Erik Jones

Secures A Top-Five Finish After Adversity In Atlanta
Tyler Reddick

Collects A New Career-Best Finish At Atlanta
Chase Elliott

Ends Winless Skid With Atlanta Victory
Brad Keselowski

Falls Short of Atlanta Victory
Carson Hocevar

Recovers From Big One to Finish 10th at Atlanta
William Byron

Caught up in Atlanta Big One but Retains Points Lead
Denny Hamlin

Top In-Season Challenge Seed Denny Hamlin Eliminated in Lap 70 Crash
Ty Dillon

Bottom Seed Ty Dillon Upsets Denny Hamlin to Advance in In-Season Challenge
Kyle Larson

Don't Expect Kyle Larson to Win First Drafting Track Race on Saturday
Christopher Bell

Unlikely to Complete Atlanta Sweep
Brad Keselowski

Seeks Another Clutch Win for Hail-Mary Playoff Bid
Chris Buescher

Unlikely to Lead Enough to Have Much DFS Value
Alex Bowman

Qualifies Best Among Non-Fords but Unlikely to Contend at Atlanta
Ryan Preece

Will Probably Run Better Than Usual at Atlanta
Austin Dillon

Consistently Mediocre at Atlanta
Ty Gibbs

Slightly Faster Lately but Unlikely to be a Factor at Atlanta
Erik Jones

a Low-Key Strong DFS Option
Noah Gragson

Could Have DFS Value as One of the Lowest-Qualifying Fords
Riley Herbst

Unlikely to Replicate February Atlanta Finish
RANKINGS
C
1B
2B
3B
SS
OF
SP
RP

RANKINGS

QB
RB
WR
TE
K
DEF