DraftKings
Malik Monk , SG CHA ($4,500)
The Hornets are hurting on the wing and if Devonte Graham sits out once again, Monk is in an advantageous spot. He played 31 minutes on Thursday, taking 16 shots while pouring in 20 actual points and 37 DKP. We know he can score and he’s never seen a shot he didn’t like. He’ll be a lock-and-load if Graham is out and is still firmly in play in GPP’s with Graham in.
Dwight Howard , PHI C ($4,100)
This is an EASY decision. There’s no more Tony Bradley to contest with Howard’s minutes if Embiid is ultimately ruled out here. With Embiid off the floor, Howard averages 1.2 FP/min, which is second on the team behind only Tobias Harris . He’s averaged 22.8 DKP/game over his last five while averaging just 15.6 minutes. Give this man 25 and he’ll take us to the moon.
Austin Rivers , PG/SG DEN ($3,700)
I mean, Rivers is coming off a really big game. His best as a Nugget. Not only that, but PJ Dozier has been ruled out, paving the way for Rivers to play an even bigger role in this one. You know what’s crazy? He’s averaging 24 PPG against UTA this year in two meetings with them. Denver’s back court has suffered a ton of injuries and Rivers is benefiting because of it.
FanDuel
Moritz Wagner , PF ORL ($4,900)
Wagner continues to play all the minutes he can handle to how depleted the Magic front-court is. Wagner has topped 25 minutes in four straight games and in each of those games he’s looked pretty sharp. In three-of-four he’s put up 20+ FDP and twice, including last game, put up at least 29. Chuma Okeke, James Ennis , Otto Porter and Wendell Carter are all out once again, paving the way for Wagner.
Naji Marshall, SF NO ($4,300)
There are a lot of things to like with Marshall here. First off, Brandon Ingram has already been ruled out, so we could see Marshall draw a start here. Second, he just secured the bag, nabbing a three-year contract with the Pelicans. Lastly, he’s already been in the Pelicans rotation and this only improves that! He’s played 23+ minutes in three-of-four and has put up 21+ FDP in four straight.
Terence Davis, SG SAC ($4,200)
Davis has found a role with Sacramento and he’s consistently playing in the 20’s in minutes. At least around 20. With De’Aaron Fox and Tyrese Haliburton both hurt, the opportunity should continue to be there. He’s scored double-figure actual points in three-of-four and has put up 21+ FDP in four straight. We know when Davis gets hot from the floor, he can light it up.