FanDuel NBA DFS Picks for Today (Tuesday 4/8/25): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Franz Wagner - ORL - SF/PF ($8.5K)

Wagner’s been a beast lately, and with Paolo Banchero eating up attention, he’s still flying under the radar at this salary. Atlanta’s defense is a sieve, third in pace, and 27th in points allowed, and Wagner’s 31% usage over his last three games (24.2 PPG) gives him a sky-high ceiling. He’s averaging 1.20 FD points per minute, and with Orlando favored by 4.5, he’s a safe bet for 35-40 FD points with GPP-winning potential if he pops off.

These are your GPP differentiators, higher-risk, potentially lower-owned players with massive upside to separate you from the pack.

James Harden - LAC - PG ($9.6K)

With Kawhi Leonard questionable (knee), Harden’s usage could spike against a Spurs team that’s 12.5-point underdogs. San Antonio ranks 22nd in points allowed and 13th in pace, setting up a juicy spot for The Beard. He’s been at 1.28 FD points per minute recently, and if Leonard sits, expect 35+ minutes and a usage bump past 30%. Even if Kawhi plays, Harden’s assist upside (8.6 APG) keeps him in the 40-50 FD point range.

Dyson Daniels - ATL - SG/PG ($8.2K)

Trae Young will grab ownership, but Daniels has been sneaky-good, averaging 1.09 FD points per minute over his last three with 18% usage. Orlando’s defense is tough (third in D-Rating), and their 30th-ranked pace slows things down, but Daniels excels in chaos with his defensive stats (steals, blocks). At mid-tier ownership, he’s a GPP pivot with a unique ceiling off the chalkier plays today.

Evan Mobley - CLE - PF/C ($8.7K)

With Mitchell sidelined and Cleveland favored by 11.5, Mobley’s a sneaky GPP play against a depleted Bulls frontcourt (Vucevic questionable). He’s been at 1.31 FD points per minute, and Chicago’s 19th-ranked rebounding rate leaves the door open for a double-double with blocks. If this game stays close, he’s a lock for 35-40 FD points, but a ceiling of 50+ isn’t out of reach at lower ownership than Garland.

Anthony Edwards - MIN - SG/SF ($9.3K)

Edwards is a boom-or-bust GPP darling, and facing a Bucks team without Lillard could unlock his full potential. Minnesota’s favored by four, and Milwaukee’s sixth-ranked defense in points allowed takes a hit without its stars. Edwards’ 31% usage and 1.19 FD points per minute over his last three make him a prime candidate for 50+ FD points if he gets hot from deep.

These sub-$6,000 gems help you fit the studs while still delivering upside based on minutes, usage, or injury news.

Zach Edey - MEM - C ($5.8K)

Edey’s been a force as Memphis’s starting center, and with the Grizzlies favored by 14 against Charlotte, he’s set for 25+ minutes. At 1.18 FD points per minute over his last three (13+ PPG, 8+ RPG), he’s a steal at $5,800. The Hornets’ banged-up frontcourt can’t handle his paint presence, making 25-30 FD points likely at low ownership.

Trendon Watford - BKN - PF/C ($5K)

Cameron Johnson’s out (back), and Watford’s been soaking up minutes (24+ recently) with solid production (0.92 FD points/min). Facing a Pelicans team with Kelly Olynyk questionable and a 26th-ranked rebounding rate, he’s got double-double potential. At sub-$5K, he’s a cash game lock with 25+ FD points upside for GPPs.

Jose Alvarado - NOP - PG ($5,900)

Alvarado’s questionable (calf), but if he plays, he’s a steal against Brooklyn. With a 19% usage rate and 1.11 FD points per minute recently, he’s thriving in an expanded role. The Nets’ 29th-ranked pace and 26th-ranked defense against points give him a shot at 30 FD points if he gets 28-30 minutes, which is perfect for cash or GPP value.