NBA PrizePicks: Big Draymond Green Statement Opportunity (May 8)

NBA Playoff Monday’s slate has two games from which to target with PrizePicks plays. Using Stokastic’s PrizePicks NBA Player Projections Tool, let’s go over the two best NBA PrizePicks for May 8, one from Knicks-Heat and one from Warriors-Lakers.

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Max Strus Fewer Than 11.0 Points

While Strus has been an effective scorer at times, he does not project to reach double digits in points. Stokastic’s PrizePicks NBA Player Projections Tool has him at 8.5 points. The Knicks have been a strong defensive team this season, and they have several players who can defend the wing position where Strus plays. Additionally, the Heat have other players who can step up in the scoring department — even Duncan Robinson, who has a similar skillset to Strus but is at times more involved in the offense. Given these factors, Strus will struggle to find his rhythm.

Draymond Green More Than 30.5 Fantasy Points

This is a pivotal game for the Warriors, who are down 2-1 in their series against the Lakers. Green needs to step up and have a big game as the team’s defensive anchor and playmaker on offense.

Green has shown time and time again that he can fill up the stat sheet in a variety of ways. He can score a little when needed, but he is also an excellent passer, rebounder and defender. In a game where the Warriors will need all hands on deck, Green should be heavily involved in all aspects of the game.

Furthermore, the Lakers may not have enough players who can match Green’s versatility and defensive prowess, which should give Green more opportunities to contribute in multiple ways. Stokastic’s PrizePicks NBA Player Projections Tool has him slightly above the line (32.5 fantasy points), so Green can exceed this mark and help the Warriors even the series.

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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].