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Nice five game slate in the NBA on Sunday night. Russell Westbrook is easily the best option tonight. His price has actually dropped because of a couple of poor performance, but expect a monster game from him since the Thunder are fighting to make the playoffs. The power forward position is the best position to save money at, especially since most of the top-tier options (besides Anthony Davis) are hurt. Davis is going to have a good game, but believe he fails to reach value. James Harden has really struggled vs the Pelicans this season, and the return of Dwight Howard has hurt his scoring numbers. That is why I'm avoiding Harden tonight. Time to get the ball rolling.
Here is the NBA DFS Playbook for April 12th, 2015:
Point Guards
| Player | Team | Fantasy Aces | Fanduel | DraftKings | Comments |
| Russell Westbrook | Thunder | 8,000 | 12,100 | 11,800 | Expect this game to be close, which means heavy minutes for Westbrook |
| Jordan Clarkson | Lakers | 5,200 | 8,000 | 7,000 | Has produced at least 38 FP on FD in 5 out of the past 7 games |
| Ramon Sessions | Wizards | 3,600 | 5,000 | 4,000 | Solid value option if John Wall doesn't play |
Shooting Guards
| Player | Team | Fantasy Aces | Fanduel | DraftKings | Comments |
| Bradley Beal | Wizards | 4,600 | 6,400 | 6,500 | One of the most consistent fantasy producers at the position |
| Anthony Morrow | Thunder | 3,900 | 4,600 | 5,000 | Superb value option that can catch fire for a big game |
| Jabari Brown | Lakers | 3,500 | 3,800 | 3,800 | Risky GPP play that will play heavy minutes |
Small Forwards
| Player | Team | Fantasy Aces | Fanduel | DraftKings | Comments |
| Kawhi Leonard | Spurs | 5,900 | 8,500 | 8,200 | Best player at the position, but worried about the blowout factor |
| DeMarre Carroll | Hawks | 4,600 | 6,000 | 5,700 | Good mid-tier play |
| Richard Jefferson | Mavericks | 3,300 | 3,800 | 3,400 | Boom/bust option that gets an increase in value if he starts |
Power Forwards
| Player | Team | Fantasy Aces | Fanduel | DraftKings | Comments |
| Tim Duncan | Spurs | 5,400 | 7,200 | 6,500 | Good value on DK/Aces. Is averaging over a FP per minute vs PHX this season |
| Ryan Kelly | Lakers | 3,750 | 4,800 | 4,600 | Is playing well over 30 minutes a game for the Lakers |
| Tarik Black | Lakers | 3,900 | 4,600 | 4,100 | Double-double threat that has produced at least 26 FP in 3 out of the past 4 games |
| Mike Muscala | Hawks | 3,500 | 4,300 | 4,300 | Decent low-tier play that will get a boost in value if ATL sits some starters |
Centers
| Player | Team | Fantasy Aces | Fanduel | DraftKings | Comments |
| Enes Kanter | Thunder | 5,150 | 7,400 | 7,800 | Best option at the position and it is not even close |
| Marcin Gortat | Wizards | 4,800 | 7,300 | 6,500 | Has produced 40-plus FP in back-to-back game. Avoid him on FD |
| Aron Baynes | Spurs | 3,500 | 4,100 | 3,500 | Quality punt play |
Player News
Trae Young (Achilles) is probable to play against the Magic in the Play-In Tournament on Tuesday.
Even in the postseason, Atlanta is still listing Young as probable ahead of every game. There isn’t a chance that he sits out, so expect him to occupy his typical spot in the starting unit in the 7/8 matchup, with a chance to play the Celtics in the first round on the line.
Jimmy Butler (thigh) logged 48 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Clippers, tallying 30 points (12-of-20 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), one rebound, nine assists, one steal and one blocked shot.
Butler’s final stat line on Sunday was outstanding but came with some pain. He took a Kawhi Leonard knee to the left thigh during overtime but stayed in the game. That injury, combined with Stephen Curry’s right thumb, is why the Warriors could have used the time off that would have come with a victory over the Clippers. Instead, Butler and the Warriors will host the Grizzlies on Tuesday. Following the game, Butler said he was fine and will be in the lineup, but don’t be surprised if Jimmy is on the initial injury report.
Brandin Podziemski accumulated 19 points (7-of-11 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), seven rebounds, four assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in 43 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Clippers.
Stephen Curry amassed 36 points (10-of-20 FGs, 9-of-9 FTs), three rebounds, six assists, two steals and seven three-pointers in 38 minutes in Sunday’s loss to the Clippers.
James Harden shot 13-of-23 from the field and 8-of-9 from the foul line in Sunday’s win over the Warriors, scoring 39 points with seven rebounds, 10 assists, two steals, two blocks and five three-pointers in 48 minutes.
Ivica Zubac played 42 minutes in Sunday’s win over the Warriors, tallying 22 points (11-of-16 FGs), 17 rebounds, three assists, one steal and one blocked shot.