DraftKings NBA DFS Picks: Josh Engleman’s Top 5 Plays, Including Keldon Johnson (February 15)

Welcome to today’s DraftKings NBA ConTENders, where we present expert picks to help you build a winning lineup for your daily fantasy basketball games on Wednesday, Feb. 15. In this article, Josh Engleman has meticulously analyzed the latest player news and matchups to bring you the top 5 picks for the day. Whether you are an experienced DFS player or a beginner, these valuable picks will help you make informed decisions and give you an edge over your competition. So let’s jump in and explore the players who can help you take your game to the next level!

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5. Keldon Johnson, San Antonio Spurs

Johnson is a promising small forward pick for DraftKings NBA DFS, with a projected price of $6,600 and a goal of 43 fantasy points while being in the optimal lineup 16% of the time. He is expected to play 33 minutes and has been producing 1.2 fantasy points per minute. Additionally, the matchup against the Hornets is favorable due to the fast pace and weak defense. With a high usage rate of 29%, Keldon Johnson is set up for a productive game. However, the only downside is that he is only eligible as a small forward. Nonetheless, given the difficulty in filling this position, Keldon Johnson represents a great value pick for DFS players looking to maximize their returns.


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4. P.J. Washington, Charlotte Hornets

Washington has a price of $6,100 and a goal of 40 fantasy points. He is in the optimal lineup 16% of the time and is expected to play 35 minutes in the game. Although he is not a typical center, the flexibility that he offers is a plus. Washington has been producing around a fantasy point per minute and has a usage rate of 19%. He has been averaging 17.5 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 steals per game. The matchup against the Spurs, as they give up two possessions over their average. Furthermore, with Ball and Rozier also in the top 10, it appears that the Hornets are a team to target for DFS players.

3. Mark Williams, Charlotte Hornets

Williams has a projected price of $5,300 and a goal of 36.5 fantasy points. He is in the optimal lineup 16% of the time and has been producing 1.25 fantasy points per minute in his 28 minutes of play. While there are many centers to choose from, Williams is still underpriced, making him an attractive option for DFS players. Additionally, he has a great matchup against the San Antonio Spurs, and he has been averaging 14 points on 18% usage, 11 rebounds, an assist and 3 stocks per game. As the starting center for the Hornets, Williams is likely to see more than 28 minutes of playtime. With his ability to fill up the stat sheet and the potential for more playing time, Williams represents a solid value pick.

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2. Gabe Vincent, Miami Heat

Vincent is projected to score 29.5 fantasy points on DraftKings NBA DFS, with a goal of 34. He is a point guard and shooting guard with a price tag of $4,800. He’s in the optimal lineup 18% of the time and is expected to play around 35 minutes due to the absence of Kyle Lowry, Tyler Herro and Victor Oladipo. Vincent has a usage rate of 20% and averages 0.8 fantasy points per minute for this game against the Brooklyn Nets, a pace-neutral and competitive matchup. With the absence of some key players, Vincent has more opportunities to step up and contribute, making him an appealing option for his price point and role on the team.

1. Bruce Brown, Denver Nuggets

As long as Jamal Murray is not playing, Brown is projected to start and play 32 minutes as a point guard and small forward. His price is relatively cheap at $5,200, and he is projected to score 28 fantasy points with a goal of 36, making him optimal for the lineup 18% of the time. Although he faces a tough matchup with a pace-down game, Brown still manages to average 0.88 fantasy points per minute and does a little bit of everything, with 13 points, almost five boards, 3.5 assists and two steals, Brown is a solid pick if Murray remains sidelined. The only possible threat to his playing time is the possible return of Reggie Jackson.

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Author
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].

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