DraftKings NBA DFS Picks: Jimmy Butler & Gabe Vincent (February 8)

Welcome to today’s edition of DraftKings NBA DFS picks for Wednesday, Feb. 8. As a daily fantasy basketball player, it’s important to stay informed and up-to-date with the latest player news and matchups. That’s where Josh Engleman comes in, as he shares his top 5 picks for the day to help you make the most out of your DFS experience. Get ready for an exciting night of basketball as we take a closer look at the best options for your lineup.

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Top 5 DraftKings NBA DFS Picks Today

5. Jimmy Butler, Miami Heat

Butler, a power forward for the Miami Heat, is a promising DraftKings NBA DFS pick. He is projected to for 44 fantasy points and is in the optimal lineup 15% of the time. With a number of key players out due to injury, Butler is expected to receive concentrated minutes. In his last game, he recorded 33 minutes and still produced impressive numbers and 1.3 fantasy points per minute. The matchup against Indiana is favorable with a pace-up spot, and Butler is expected to contribute well with 22 real points, almost 7 rebounds, over 5 assists and 2 stocks. Although he is only eligible at power forward, his playing time is secure and the fantastic matchup makes him a solid choice for DFS players.

4. Anfernee Simons, Portland Trail Blazers

Simons is shooting guard and point guard eligible, with a projected score of 35 and a cost of $6,800. He has a 15% chance of being in the optimal lineup and is expected to play 36 minutes. Portland is facing Golden State and is a 3.5-point favorite. The matchup is favorable, with Portland playing slow and Golden State playing fast, resulting in an almost three-possession gain over its average. Simons’ scoring ability makes him a good choice, with the potential to score 30 real points. He has a 24% usage rate, 21 real points, 3.5 rebounds, 4 assists and a stock. Despite not having much separation from other players, the pace of the game makes Simons a good choice for a balanced build.

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3. Gary Trent Jr., Toronto Raptors

Trent is a valuable draft pick for DraftKings NBA DFS at shooting guard and small forward. He is projected to score 33.5 fantasy points and is priced at $6,100. Trent is in the optimal lineup 15% of the time and is expected to play 36 minutes. He is facing a favorable matchup against the weak San Antonio Spurs. Trent is a scoring-oriented player with a fantasy point average of 0.9 per minute. In the game, he is expected to score 21 points on a 21% usage rate, grab 3.5 rebounds, dish out 2 assists and collect 2 stocks. Trent’s flexibility across multiple positions in the lineup helps with lineup construction, and his value may decrease as more value becomes available, but he remains a strong option for now.

2. Gabe Vincent, Miami Heat

Vincent is a solid pick for DraftKings NBA DFS players. He is eligible as a point guard and shooting guard and has a projected score of 25 fantasy points while appearing in the optimal lineup 19% of the time. With the Miami Heat having minimal active bodies, Vincent is expected to see 34 minutes of playing time, making him a solid pick at a cheap price of $4,300. Vincent averages 0.74 fantasy points per minute, which is not overly impressive, but his playing time makes up for it. He is expected to contribute 11 points, 3.5 boards, 4 assists and a steal in a pace-up game against the Pacers. With all the boxes checked off, including a great matchup, Vincent is a player to consider for most cash lineups.

1. Jordan Poole, Golden State Warriors

Poole is a versatile player that can play both point guard and shooting guard positions. At $7,100, he is considered a great value pick, as his price is expected to go up in the coming games. On a nine-game slate, he is a near lock. Poole is projected to score 42 points with a goal of 44. He is part of the optimal lineup 22% of the time. With Stephen Curry out for the next two weeks, Poole is expected to take on a larger role and deliver great value in 35 minutes of playing time. He has a 33% usage rate and averages 1.2 fantasy points per minute. Poole is expected to contribute 28 real points, 4.5 assists, 4 boards and a steal in this matchup, making him a fantastic choice for DraftKings NBA DFS.

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Josh Engleman

Josh is Contributor for Stokastic.com where he hosts video and writes content regularly across the primary sports of MLB, NBA, and NFL as well as contributing to the development of models and projections for soccer. He originally started producing projections & articles for Reddit's r/DFSports in 2014 where he built a loyal following that brought him to where he is today. Josh is most known for his elaborate Excel spreadsheets, which he shares in all of his video content. You can find him on Twitter or hanging out in Stokastic's Premium Chalkboard. You can contact Josh by emailing [email protected].