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DraftKings NBA DFS Picks for Today (Tuesday, 2/11/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Cade Cunningham - Fantasy Basketball Rankings, Draft Sleepers, Waiver Wire Pickups

Max Kulish's top DraftKings NBA DFS picks for today, Tuesday, 2/11/25. His favorite daily fantasy basketball lineup sleepers and value picks for DraftKings DFS.

Welcome back, Rotoballers! We have a four-game slate, headlined by the TNT doubleheader of Knicks at Pacers and Grizzlies at Suns tonight. These articles focus on the best plays, typically more suited for cash games. However, some exceptions may apply, depending on the size of the slate.

The key to succeeding in NBA DFS is making adjustments during the day as injury information becomes available. But it's always essential to have a game plan and zero in on the best players and spots before making those adjustments. To keep up with all the latest developments and get access to updated projections, grab an NBA season pass and access our RotoBaller Premium Discord, where @chiefjustice6 is talking about the slate up until lineups lock!

This article will provide my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for DraftKings on 2/11/25. Remember to monitor NBA injury news and our excellent NBA injuries report tool, as the slate can completely change before lineups lock at 7:00 p.m. EST on DraftKings. Good luck, RotoBallers!

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DraftKings NBA DFS Core Picks

Cade Cunningham, DET - PG ($10.5K)

Cunningham has been on fire over his last ten games. He's only scored under 52 fantasy points once, and you can see his per-game averages in the tweet below. Cunningham has posted double-digit assist numbers in both previous matchups against the Bulls this season, and his playmaking gives him a high floor, high ceiling profile.

Joel Embiid, PHI - C ($10K)

After returning from another lengthy injury spell, Embiid has played well in his first three games. Tonight he gets the Raptors, who rank 28th against Centers and have been destroyed by Embiid in recent matchups (Embiid averaging 29/11/6 with 3.5 stocks over the last five games). Disclaimer: The Sixers have already said Embiid won't play back-to-backs, so if he sits tonight, consider Tyrese Maxey his replacement in core plays.

Others Under Consideration: Jalen Brunson, NYK - PG ($8.4K), Jalen Duren, DET - C ($6.6K)

 

DraftKings NBA DFS Tournament Pivots

Kevin Durant, PHX - PF/C ($9K)

Durant's return is a welcome sight for Suns' fans after suffering big losses against two of the best teams in the West. Tonight he gets a smash matchup against the Grizzlies, who currently lead the NBA in pace. Durant has missed the last three games with an ankle injury, so that should help keep his ownership somewhat in check.

Karl-Anthony Towns, NYK - C ($9.4K)

Although he hasn't shown it a ton lately, Towns does possess a skill set that can provide massive ceilings. He is currently second in the NBA at 13.5 rebounds per game, and his five 20-point 20-rebound games are second in the NBA this season. The Knicks were just embarrassed by the Celtics on Saturday and with two days of rest I expect a bounceback performance.

Others Under Consideration: Jaren Jackson Jr., MEM - PF/C ($8.1K), Ayo Dosunmu, CHI - PF ($5.4K)

 

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DraftKings NBA DFS Value Picks

Ochai Agbaji, TOR - PF ($4K)

With RJ Barrett still sidelined, Agbaji has found himself in a second stint in the starting lineup. He's played 30+ minutes in both games since rejoining the starting five, he's poised to be the most productive member of a thin Raptors' frontcourt.

Jalen Smith, CHI - C ($3.7K)

Smith has been one of the most productive players in the whole NBA per minute. Despite only topping 20 minutes one time in his last ten games, he's averaging 21.5 fantasy PPG.

Others Under Consideration: Ausar Thompson, DET - SF/PF ($5.1K), Royce O'Neale, PHX - SF/PF ($5K)

 

Today's Top NBA DFS Game Stacks

Grizzlies at Suns (243.5 O/U)

This game has a massive implied total, powered by the Grizzlies' league-leading pace of play.

Pistons at Bulls (238.5 O/U)

It's the best game on the slate for an onslaught stack. The Pistons as a whole project very well and should be one of the more popular teams on the slate.

 

My Favorite NBA DFS Picks for Today

Here is where I leave you with some of my favorites.

  • My favorite OVERALL play on the slate: Joel Embiid
  • My favorite CASH play on the slate: Cade Cunningham
  • My favorite GPP play on the slate: Kevin Durant
  • My favorite VALUE play: Jalen Smith


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