FanDuel NBA DFS Picks: Luka Doncic, Mavericks Running Out of Time (April 7)

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5. Chuma Okeke, Orlando Magic

Priced at only $3,600, assuming he plays power forward, Okeke is projected to score 24 points, with a goal of 29 points and an optimal lineup rate of 20%. With several players injured and a limited number of bodies available for the game against Brooklyn, Okeke is expected to get around 28 minutes of playing time. He averages 0.8 to 0.85 fantasy points per minute and is projected for 9.6 rebounds, 2 assists and 1.5 steals or blocks. Despite the team’s status as massive underdogs against Brooklyn, Okeke’s projected playing time and low price make him an attractive option.

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4. Cole Anthony, Orlando Magic

Anthony’s availability is uncertain, as he was active but did not play in the last game. If he starts, he has a high raw point ceiling, with a projected score of 35 and a goal of 41. Anthony has point guard and shooting guard eligibility and a usage rate of 25%. His 1.15 fantasy points per minute make him a great play, and even if he only plays 30 minutes, he projects for 18 points, six boards, five assists and a stock. His high ceiling makes him worth considering if he is in the starting lineup.

3. Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks

Priced at $11,800, Doncic is projected for 59 points, a goal of 70, and he’s in the optimal lineup 23% of the time. Dallas needs to win to keep its playoff hopes alive, so it will rely heavily on Doncic’s massive minutes. Against a Chicago team that has little to play for, Doncic’s raw point ceiling is the highest on the slate. He’s projected to score 34.5 real points, with 10 boards, seven assists, and a stock and a half. Even though his salary is high, there should be plenty of value on the slate, making Doncic a must-play option.

2. Jevon Carter, Milwaukee Bucks

Carter is projected for 32 points and has a goal of 37. He is in the optimal lineup 26% of the time and is expected to play 31 minutes. Carter is likely to get significant playing time due to the absence of several key players on the Bucks. Without these players, Carter averages a fantasy point per minute and projects for 18 points on 23% usage, four boards, four assists, and a stock and a half. Although the Bucks are playing against a Memphis team that has something to play for, Carter’s playing time is likely to be secure, making him an incredible value play.

1. Bobby Portis, Milwaukee Bucks

Portis is projected for 42 fantasy points, with a goal of 48. He is in the optimal lineup 26% of the time, and with key players out for the Bucks, Portis is expected to have a massive day. With 1.35 fantasy points per minute in this spot, Portis is projected for 21.5 points, 13.5 rebounds, two assists and a stock. Portis is essentially the best offensive player on the Bucks when everyone is out, and he’ll be running things as long as he’s starting.

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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].