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NBA Grind Down: Tuesday, January 26th

by Derek Farnsworth (Notorious) Last Updated 2016-01-28 06:07:27

Welcome to the RotoGrinders NBA Grind Down. In this all-encompassing preview of today’s NBA action, every game will be broken down statistically, with several key elements highlighted in our charts.

Vegas lines are broken down to show projected team totals, to give you an idea of who is favored to win, and often more importantly, how many points they’re expected to score. We also provide pace numbers, so you can spot a game that might have a few extra possessions and more opportunities for fantasy points.

We also provide position-by-position matchup rankings for every team, to give you an idea of the players who will be in better situations to succeed. Using Defense versus Position data, every projected starter is listed along with his opponent’s rank in points allowed to players of his position. These color-coded charts will help you spot the best matchups of the night at a glance.

Every game is also broken down by our NBA experts, providing an overview of the game and a selection of players to consider from each contest.

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Phoenix Suns at Philadelphia 76ers – 7:00 PM

Phoenix Suns Philadelphia 76ers
phoenixnba Vegas Total 204.0 philadelphianba Vegas Total 204.0
Vegas Sprd 3.0 Vegas Sprd -3.0
Team Proj. 100.5 Team Proj. 103.5
Team Pace 100.70 Team Pace 99.70
Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters
DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C
Proj. Starter Archie Goodwin Devin Booker P.J. Tucker Alex Len Tyson Chandler Proj. Starter Ishmael Smith Robert Covington Jakarr Sampson Nerlens Noel Jahlil Okafor
Opp. Season 18 19 30 28 28 Opp. Season 29 28 28 15 7
Last 3 Weeks 16 25 23 18 21 Last 3 Weeks 27 30 30 11 24

Phoenix Suns

Record: 14-31 — Road: 4-18 — Last 10: 2-8

The Suns have lost eight of their last ten games and will be short-handed tonight against the Sixers in Philadelphia. While they are underdogs in this matchup, this could be a fantasy goldmine. You know you play fantasy basketball when one of the games that you are most looking forward to is the Suns and Sixers. Both teams like to push the pace and both are ranked near the bottom of the league in most defensive categories.

The Sixers are one of the top teams to target players against in daily fantasy basketball. On the season, they are ranked 20th or worse in all four of the defensive categories above. They are also ranked below the league average in fantasy points allowed to all five positions on the floor. Brandon Knight and Ronnie Price have both been ruled out of tonight’s game. Jon Leuer is also expected to miss the game, but Phoenix is hoping to have Markieff Morris back in the mix.

Elite Plays

Devin Booker

Booker’s price is probably where it should be on DraftKings, but he is still underpriced on FanDuel. He is close to a must play (on FD) tonight against the Sixers, especially with Brandon Knight out. He should see 35+ minutes tonight against one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA.

FD — $4,500 — SG
DK — $5,400 — SG
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 15.8 | Last Five Games: 18.6
Min/Game — Season: 20.4 | Last Five Games: 34.2
FP/Game — Season: 13.2 | Last Five Games: 21.1

Archie Goodwin

With Brandon Knight out, Goodwin will draw another start at point guard tonight. In three starts this season, he has averaged 18 points, three rebounds, two assists, and three blocks/steals per game. He is arguably the top value play on the board tonight and should able to reach value even if he struggles from the floor.

FD — $4,100 — PG
DK — $4,500 — SG
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 18.4 | Last Five Games: 19.3
Min/Game — Season: 14.9 | Last Five Games: 25.3
FP/Game — Season: 11.7 | Last Five Games: 17.5

Secondary Plays

Tyson Chandler

Chandler went bonkers the other night against the Hawks, scoring 13 points and grabbing 27 rebounds. He should see another heavy workload tonight, although Markieff Morris may cut into his minutes. With all of the great options at center, Chandler is more of a secondary play.

FD — $4,800 — C
DK — $4,800 — C
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 9.3 | Last Five Games: 10.4
Min/Game — Season: 23.1 | Last Five Games: 30.9
FP/Game — Season: 18.0 | Last Five Games: 30.6

Alex Len

Len has taken advantage of all of the injuries to the Suns’ frontcourt, averaging 29.5 fantasy points over his last five games. While Markieff Morris may take a few minutes away from him tonight, he should still see 25+ minutes against a Sixers’ defense that can’t rebound or defend the paint.

FD — $4,700 — C
DK — $4,800 — C
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 13.8 | Last Five Games: 15.6
Min/Game — Season: 19.2 | Last Five Games: 30.6
FP/Game — Season: 16.4 | Last Five Games: 29.5

P.J. Tucker

Tucker is a viable mid-range small forward tonight. With all of the injuries to the Suns, he should see minutes in the mid to high-30s tonight against the Sixers, who have allowed more fantasy points to small forwards than any other team in the NBA.

FD — $4,500 — SF
DK — $5,100 — SF
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 9.7 | Last Five Games: 12.2
Min/Game — Season: 28.4 | Last Five Games: 29.2
FP/Game — Season: 17.6 | Last Five Games: 20.4

Philadelphia 76ers

Record: 6-39 — Home: 3-17 — Last 10: 3-7

The Sixers have played well recently, winning three of their last ten games. That may not seem like much, but they were 3-29 before that stretch of games. It’s a rare sight tonight, as the Sixers are actually listed as favorites. They are projected to score 103.5 points tonight against the Suns. Their team total is 9.2 points higher than their average points per game.

The Suns have been worse than the Sixers defensively over the last three weeks (and that’s saying something). They have dropped in the defensive rankings and are now 25th or worse in points allowed per game, defensive efficiency, and fantasy points allowed per game. Give a sizable boost to the Sixers’ offense as a whole, as they aren’t projected to score over 100 points very often.

Elite Plays

Ishmael Smith

Smith’s price has basically caught up to his recent level of production, but that doesn’t mean that he still isn’t a strong play. Despite a poor showing against the Celtics, he is still averaging 33 fantasy points over his last five games. He draws a tremendous matchup tonight against the Suns, who can’t seem to defend opposing backcourts.

FD — $6,900 — PG
DK — $7,400 — PG
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 21.7 | Last Five Games: 25.7
Min/Game — Season: 25.7 | Last Five Games: 32.2
FP/Game — Season: 25.6 | Last Five Games: 33.0

Robert Covington

Covington is seeing major minutes again and he has made the most of them, averaging 28.7 fantasy points in his last five games. His price has come up, but he is still one of the top targets at small forward. The Suns are ranked 28th against both shooting guards and small forwards this season.

FD — $5,100 — SF
DK — $6,100 — SF
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 16.8 | Last Five Games: 16.9
Min/Game — Season: 26.4 | Last Five Games: 33.1
FP/Game — Season: 22.3 | Last Five Games: 28.7

Secondary Plays

Nerlens Noel

I prefer Jahlil Okafor over Noel in a total fantasy point projection, but when you look at the slate as a whole, Okafor isn’t even a top five play at center tonight. Noel deserves a look in tournaments against a Suns’ team that is turnover-prone.

FD — $6,400 — PF
DK — $6,400 — PF
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 13.8 | Last Five Games: 11.2
Min/Game — Season: 29.2 | Last Five Games: 28.6
FP/Game — Season: 25.9 | Last Five Games: 28.2

Los Angeles Clippers at Indiana Pacers – 7:00 PM

Los Angeles Clippers Indiana Pacers
laclippersnba Vegas Total 208.5 indiananba Vegas Total 208.5
Vegas Sprd -1.0 Vegas Sprd 1.0
Team Proj. 104.8 Team Proj. 103.8
Team Pace 98.40 Team Pace 99.70
Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters
DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C
Proj. Starter Chris Paul J.J. Redick Paul Pierce Luc Richard Mbah a Moute DeAndre Jordan Proj. Starter George Hill Monta Ellis Paul George Lavoy Allen Jordan Hill
Opp. Season 5 24 3 16 21 Opp. Season 6 13 17 5 26
Last 3 Weeks 23 18 4 13 25 Last 3 Weeks 7 17 18 5 29

Los Angeles Clippers

Record: 28-16 — Road: 13-9 — Last 10: 7-3

Oh my, oh my, oh my!

Blake Griffin broke his hand punching a member of the team’s equipment staff during an altercation that started in a Toronto restaurant. You can’t make this stuff up. Despite the off-court issues, the Clippers have won seven of their last ten games. Tonight they head to Indiana to take on the Pacers in what should be a fast-paced game. The Clippers are projected to score 104.8 points, which is identical to their average points per game this season.

The Pacers have been stout defensively this season, but their quick pace of play helps the Clippers’ matchup. The Pacers are ranked tenth in both points allowed per game and fantasy points allowed per game. With Blake Griffin injuring his hand, he will remain out for the foreseeable future.

Elite Plays

Chris Paul

Now that Blake Griffin is out for the foreseeable future, the Clippers will continue to heavily lean on their star point guard. He has been tremendous over his last five games, averaging 46.1 fantasy points during that stretch. The most impressive part is that he has done it in fairly limited minutes. He should see minutes in the upper-30s tonight against the Pacers.

FD — $10,100 — PG
DK — $9,700 — PG
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 24.2 | Last Five Games: 25.8
Min/Game — Season: 32.3 | Last Five Games: 32.4
FP/Game — Season: 39.4 | Last Five Games: 46.1

Secondary Plays

DeAndre Jordan

Jordan hasn’t exactly dominated with Blake Griffin out of the lineup, but his career numbers are markedly better when Griffin is out. Jordan would typically be an elite play in this spot, but once again, the center position is littered with viable options tonight. I’m expecting a nice outing from Jordan, but he’s not the best play in a points per dollar sense.

FD — $7,800 — C
DK — $7,200 — C
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 11.8 | Last Five Games: 14.2
Min/Game — Season: 33.2 | Last Five Games: 34.0
FP/Game — Season: 33.8 | Last Five Games: 31.9

Jamal Crawford

Crawford has seen a small boost in both minutes and usage rate while Blake Griffin has been out. He makes a nice tournament play tonight against the Pacers, who have struggled to contain opposing shooting guards this season.

FD — $4,000 — SG
DK — $4,200 — SG
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 19.8 | Last Five Games: 18.2
Min/Game — Season: 25.5 | Last Five Games: 27.1
FP/Game — Season: 17.2 | Last Five Games: 16.5

Indiana Pacers

Record: 23-21 — Home: 13-6 — Last 10: 4-6

The Pacers have not been playing their best basketball recently, losing six of their last ten games. They have been terrific at home though, posting a 13-6 record. Tonight they are listed as 1-point underdogs against the Clippers. The Pacers are projected to score 103.8 points, which is slightly higher than their average points per game this season.

The Clippers have been slightly above-average defensively this season, ranking between 11th and 15th in points allowed per game, defensive efficiency, and fantasy points allowed per game. The biggest DFS question surrounding this game is the status of Ian Mahinmi. If he is unable to suit up, fire up the Myles Turner bandwagon. Rodney Stuckey remains out for the Pacers.

Elite Plays

NONE

Secondary Plays

Paul George

It sounds like George has been dealing with some swelling in his left leg. While it hasn’t had a huge impact on his fantasy production, his minutes are down a bit over his last five games. I like the matchup against the Clippers at home, but if you are paying up for a small forward, you might as well spend a bit more and take Kevin Durant.

FD — $8,600 — SF
DK — $8,900 — SF
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 24.8 | Last Five Games: 23.4
Min/Game — Season: 35.4 | Last Five Games: 33.6
FP/Game — Season: 38.9 | Last Five Games: 35.1

Myles Turner

This pick hinges on the availability of Ian Mahinmi. Turner has really stepped up in his absence, averaging 31.6 fantasy points over his last five games. If Mahinmi is out, Turner could see upwards of 30 minutes again tonight. However, if Mahinmi plays, we probably can’t project Mahinmi for more than 22-24 minutes.

FD — $4,900 — PF
DK — $4,800 — C
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 17.1 | Last Five Games: 20.5
Min/Game — Season: 16.8 | Last Five Games: 27.5
FP/Game — Season: 16.5 | Last Five Games: 31.6

Miami Heat at Brooklyn Nets – 7:30 PM

Miami Heat Brooklyn Nets
miaminba Vegas Total 189.0 brooklynnba Vegas Total 189.0
Vegas Sprd -4.0 Vegas Sprd 4.0
Team Proj. 96.5 Team Proj. 92.5
Team Pace 94.20 Team Pace 96.90
Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters
DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C
Proj. Starter Beno Udrih Dwyane Wade Luol Deng Chris Bosh Amar’e Stoudemire Proj. Starter Donald Sloan Wayne Ellington Joe Johnson Thaddeus Young Brook Lopez
Opp. Season 27 22 22 19 24 Opp. Season 3 2 19 2 8
Last 3 Weeks 30 9 20 28 11 Last 3 Weeks 17 8 16 8 10

Miami Heat

Record: 24-21 — Road: 9-12 — Last 10: 3-7

The Heat have lost seven of their last ten games and are playing in the second half of a back-to-back, after beating the Bulls last night in Chicago. Tonight’s game against the Nets feels a bit like a trap game, which helps explain why the Heat are only listed as 4-point favorites. This game lacks fantasy appeal, especially considering how many high totals are on the board tonight.

The Nets have struggled defensively all season. They ranked 22nd or worse in points allowed per game, defensive efficiency, and fantasy points allowed per game. The Heat have a number of injuries once again. Hassan Whiteside and Josh McRoberts are both questionable, after missing last night’s game. Goran Dragic is doubtful, he is targeting Friday for his return.

Elite Plays

NONE

Secondary Plays

Dwyane Wade

From a fantasy perspective, there isn’t a ton to like on the Heat tonight. They play at a slow pace and have a low team total. Wade is really the only player on my radar here. He had a nice game against the Bulls last night and draws a favorable matchup against a Nets’ defense that is ranked 22nd in fantasy points allowed to shooting guards this season.

FD — $6,800 — SG
DK — $6,500 — SG
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 26.7 | Last Five Games: 25.9
Min/Game — Season: 30.2 | Last Five Games: 30.2
FP/Game — Season: 30.4 | Last Five Games: 26.5

Brooklyn Nets

Record: 12-33 — Home: 8-17 — Last 10: 2-8

The Nets continue to struggle on both ends of the floor. They have lost eight of their last ten games, but are only listed as 4-point underdogs tonight against the short-handed Heat. The problem is that the Heat are one of the top defensive teams in the NBA. The Nets are only projected to score 92.5 points, which is easily the lowest team total on the board tonight.

The Heat have been a top five defensive team this season, but they aren’t nearly as good without Hassan Whiteside in the lineup. If Whiteside it out, we can give a sizable boost to Brook Lopez. In Whiteside’s absence last night, Pau Gasol put up 44 fantasy points against the Heat. Lopez is a better target for tournaments though, as there are a number of viable options at center tonight. The rest of the Nets can be avoided in all league formats.

Elite Plays

NONE

Secondary Plays

NONE

Oklahoma City Thunder at New York Knicks – 7:30 PM

Oklahoma City Thunder New York Knicks
oklahomacitynba Vegas Total 209.5 newyorknba Vegas Total 209.5
Vegas Sprd -6.5 Vegas Sprd 6.5
Team Proj. 108.0 Team Proj. 101.5
Team Pace 98.90 Team Pace 96.00
Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters
DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C
Proj. Starter Russell Westbrook Kyle Singler Kevin Durant Serge Ibaka Nick Collison Proj. Starter Jose Calderon Arron Afflalo Carmelo Anthony Kristaps Porzingis Robin Lopez
Opp. Season 12 11 7 9 18 Opp. Season 22 18 9 4 5
Last 3 Weeks 14 6 6 17 22 Last 3 Weeks 9 24 8 3 6

Oklahoma City Thunder

Record: 33-13 — Road: 12-8 — Last 10: 8-2

The Thunder have won eight of their last ten games and are now 33-13 on the season. Tonight they head to New York to take on the Knicks in Madison Square Garden. The Thunder are projected to score 108 points, which is the second highest team total on the board. The only concern here is a potential blowout if Carmelo Anthony is unable to suit up.

The Knicks have been decent defensively this season, ranking above the league average in points allowed per game, rebounding differential, and fantasy points allowed per game. Steven Adams is questionable tonight. If he is forced to miss another game, Enes Kanter would make an excellent tournament play. Andre Roberson is also out, which could mean a few more minutes for Dion Waiters and Anthony Morrow.

Elite Plays

Russell Westbrook

Westbrook has been in good form recently, averaging 48.5 fantasy points over his last five games. He is the top overall play at point guard tonight, although I don’t mind taking the savings with either Chris Paul or Damian Lillard. The upside is certainly there, but Westbrook may be a slightly better play in tournaments than he is in cash games.

FD — $10,600 — PG
DK — $10,600 — PG
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 29.3 | Last Five Games: 28.8
Min/Game — Season: 33.9 | Last Five Games: 34.8
FP/Game — Season: 48.5 | Last Five Games: 48.5

Kevin Durant

Small forward has some decent options tonight, but if you are looking to pay up at the position, Durant clearly stands out as the top play. He has played well over his last five games, averaging 46.8 fantasy points in 35.3 minutes per contest. He is also considerably cheaper than his teammate, Russell Westbrook.

FD — $10,200 — SF
DK — $9,800 — SF
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 25.0 | Last Five Games: 29.1
Min/Game — Season: 35.7 | Last Five Games: 35.3
FP/Game — Season: 44.1 | Last Five Games: 46.8

Secondary Plays

Enes Kanter

If Steven Adams is out, Kanter would become one of my favorite tournament plays and a decent cash game option as well. Kanter would be a good bet to top 25 minutes and we all know how productive he can be. On the season, he is averaging over a fantasy point per minute.

FD — $4,700 — C
DK — $4,800 — C
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 18.6 | Last Five Games: 19.4
Min/Game — Season: 20.6 | Last Five Games: 23.9
FP/Game — Season: 21.3 | Last Five Games: 22.3

New York Knicks

Record: 22-24 — Home: 13-9 — Last 10: 5-5

The Knicks have won five of their last ten games and currently sit a game and a half behind the Pacers for the eighth and final spot in the Eastern Conference playoff picture. They draw a difficult matchup tonight against the Thunder, but at least the game will be played at a quick pace. The Knicks’ team total of 101.5 points is actually 2.4 points higher than their season average.

The Thunder are better than advertised defensively. On the season, they are ranked 11th or better in all four of the defenisve categories listed above. The big question here is whether or not Carmelo Anthony will be able to play. He left the Knicks last game early with a knee injury and is listed as questionable tonight. Lance Thomas is expected to return from his knee injury.

Elite Plays

NONE

Secondary Plays

Kristaps Porzingis

If Carmelo Anthony plays tonight, I will likely fade the Knicks altogether. However, if he is unable to suit up, Porzingis and Derrick Williams would both become solid options. In four games without Anthony this season, Porzingis has averaged 18 points, 10 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 3.1 blocks/steals.

FD — $6,900 — PF
DK — $7,300 — PF
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 19.9 | Last Five Games: 18.7
Min/Game — Season: 28.2 | Last Five Games: 29.7
FP/Game — Season: 29.1 | Last Five Games: 28.9

Washington Wizards at Toronto Raptors – 7:30 PM

Washington Wizards Toronto Raptors
washingtonnba Vegas Total 205.0 torontonba Vegas Total 205.0
Vegas Sprd 8.0 Vegas Sprd -8.0
Team Proj. 98.5 Team Proj. 106.5
Team Pace 99.70 Team Pace 95.60
Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters Matchup – Opponent DvP Ranks and Projected Starters
DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C DvP Rks PG SG SF PF C
Proj. Starter John Wall Garrett Temple Kelly Oubre Nene Hilario Marcin Gortat Proj. Starter Kyle Lowry DeMar DeRozan James Johnson Luis Scola Jonas Valanciunas
Opp. Season 2 10 5 10 15 Opp. Season 9 25 29 7 12
Last 3 Weeks 11 1 2 2 17 Last 3 Weeks 21 12 26 3 9

Washington Wizards

Record: 20-22 — Road: 10-8 — Last 10: 5-5

The Wizards are playing in the second half of a back-to-back, after getting torched by the Celtics last night. It doesn’t get any easier tonight, as they have to take on the Raptors in Toronto. The Wizards are sizable underdogs with a low team total of 98.5 points. Their total is 3.4 points lower than their average points per game this season.

The Raptors have an underrated defense. On the season, they are ranked tenth or better in all four of the defensive categories listed above. To make matters worse, the Wizards will be without Bradley Beal tonight. He broke his nose last night against the Celtics. Otto Porter, Kelly Oubre, and Garrett Temple will all see a boost in minutes, but none of them stand out as great fantasy options. I will also be avoiding John Wall here. Chris Paul and Damian Lillard are better options if you are paying up at point guard.

Elite Plays

NONE

Secondary Plays

Marcin Gortat

With all of the options at center, Gortat is more of a secondary play tonight. He comes into the game in great form though, averaging 33.6 fantasy points over his last five games. If the Wizards can keep this game within striking distance, Gortat should see minutes in the mid-30s.

FD — $7,200 — C
DK — $7,100 — C
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 15.6 | Last Five Games: 13.4
Min/Game — Season: 31.7 | Last Five Games: 34.5
FP/Game — Season: 29.9 | Last Five Games: 33.6

Toronto Raptors

Record: 29-15 — Home: 15-6 — Last 10: 8-2

The Raptors have won eight games in a row and are now 29-15 on the season. They are playing great basketball on both ends of the floor. They draw a favorable matchup tonight against the Wizards at home. The Raptors are projected to score 106.5 points, which is the third highest team total on the board tonight.

The Wizards have been a top team to target players against this season. They are ranked 19th or worse in all four of the defensive categories listed above. Jonas Valanciunas, Patrick Patterson, and Cory Joseph have all been viable fantasy options recently, but there are better plays at each of their respective positions. If you are targeting any Raptors’ players tonight, look to their starting backcourt.

Elite Plays

NONE

Secondary Plays

Kyle Lowry

Lowry doesn’t have the best individual matchup tonight, but he is still worth a look, especially in tournaments. Over his last five games, he is averaging 37.6 fantasy points in 39.5 minutes per contest. He offers a high floor and a high ceiling and his price is still reasonable across the industry.

FD — $8,800 — PG
DK — $8,500 — PG
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 22.7 | Last Five Games: 19.6
Min/Game — Season: 36.5 | Last Five Games: 39.5
FP/Game — Season: 38.7 | Last Five Games: 37.6

DeMar DeRozan

DeRozan draws the better matchup between he and Kyle Lowry. On the season, the Wizards have allowed the sixth most fantasy points to shooting guards. In three starts against the Wizards this season, DeRozan has averaged 29.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 2.0 blocks/steals.

FD — $8,400 — SG
DK — $8,300 — SG
TO-Adjusted Usage — Season: 25.5 | Last Five Games: 30.0
Min/Game — Season: 36.5 | Last Five Games: 36.1
FP/Game — Season: 35.2 | Last Five Games: 39.8

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Derek Farnsworth (Notorious)

Derek Farnsworth (aka Notorious) is a lead RotoGrinders Expert and one of the most recognizable names and faces in all of DFS. Before joining the RotoGrinders team, Derek received a Master’s Degree from the University of Utah. When he’s not busy providing content, he’s dominating the DFS industry as evidenced by his consistent top rankings in several sports and multiple Live Final appearances. Noto provides expert NBA, NFL, MLB, and PGA analysis for RotoGrinders Premium members on a daily basis and has also been nominated for five different Fantasy Sports Writer’s Association (FSWA) awards. Follow Noto on X – @RG_Notorious