DFS Alerts
Trevor Ariza went through shootaround, still questionable Saturday
Ariza missed last game with a back injury, and he is listed as questionable for tonight’s game against the Lakers. If Ariza is unable to go, Corey Brewer will be the top value option on the slate. Last game against Washington; he finished with 29 FD points in 28 minutes. He is just $4,000 on DK and $4,100 on FD. Marcus Thornton will also see a bump up in minutes.
As reported by: Jonathan Feigen
Jordan Clarkson listed as doubtful for tonight
It looks like Clarkson will miss his second straight game with an ankle injury. Without Clarkson, D’Angelo Russell was back in the starting lineup last game, and played his best game of his career. The rookie finished with 24 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists against the Spurs. He played 36 minutes. Russell has a very nice price on both sites; he is just $4,800 on DK and $5,100 on FD. Russell seems like a great play, but be aware his coach is Byron Scott.
As reported by: Mark Medina Klay Thompson questionable Saturday
Thompson missed last night’s game with an ankle injury, and is listed as questionable for tonight’s game against the Bucks. Without Thompson, Ian Clark started in his place, but you can ignore him for your DFS lineups. He played just 19 minutes in the Warriors double-overtime win. If Thompson is out, Shaun Livingston will likely see the biggest bump up in minutes. He had 23 FD points last night. Of course without Thompson, Stephen Curry and Draymond Green will get even more looks.
As reported by: Diamond Leung Ty Lawson questionable Saturday
Lawson will be a game-time call on Saturday, as the Rockets take on the Lakers. Lawson has been DFS irrelevant for a while now, but is still seeing about 20 minutes a game. If Lawson doesn’t play Jason Terry and Patrick Beverley will pick up his minutes. Beverley will make for a nice value play if Lawson can’t go; he is just $4,200 on FD. You always like to take point guards against the Lakers.
As reported by: Calvin Watkins Ersan Ilyasova is a GPP option tonight
It looks like Ersan Ilyasova is finally starting to find his groove this season. Ever since he was traded to the Pistons over the summer we never quite saw the Ilyasova we knew from Milwaukee, however with 31.7FPPG in five of his last six games we are starting to see the Ilyasova we remembered. Ilyasova has always been fairly inconsistent, but has the potential to blow up some games and his off games keeps his price down. That is much of what we are seeing here however he he has been hot as of late and is still under $5,000 on both DraftKings and FanDuel. The Pistons play the Pacers tonight who are decent covering PFs, but Ilyasova may be able to stretch them out a bit and knock down some threes. Ilyasova makes for a good value GPP play today and moving forward while his price is under $5,000.
Gary Harris starting tonight, Foye back to the bench.
Gary Harris will be making his return tonight after suffering through concussion symptoms. With Harris returning Randy Foye goes back to the bench. Harris will be tasked with guarding Kevin Martin and makes for a low-owned late swap option. Harris will likely need a game to get back in the swing of things.
As reported by: Clint Dempsey
Darrell Arthur out Friday
Darrel Arthur will miss tonight’s game with a knee injury. Expect Nikola Jokic to back up Kenneth Faried while J.J. Hickson backs up Joffrey Lauvergne. Arthur was not a DFS option unless Faried was to miss the game. Jokic and Hickson are not great options but can play well in limited minutes. Look for Kenneth Faried to benefit the most with Arthur out.
As reported by: Harrison Wind on Twitter Jordan Clarkson (ankle) ruled out, D'Angelo Russell to start
Jordan Clarkson has been ruled out of tonight’s contest against the Spurs. D’Angelo Russell will bet starting in his place and makes a solid option against the defense of Ray McCallum. The Spurs’ only weakness is against point guards so Russell should be able to have a solid game. Look for Russell to get over 30 minutes with Clarkson out.
As reported by: Mark Medina Tyson Chandler out again, Alex Len starting
Tyson Chandler will miss another and Alex Len will be starting in his place. Len makes for a solid option against the inferior interior of the Trail Blazers. Len’s price has risen considerably in the last couple weeks but still makes for a good late-swap option on DK. Len is coming off his best game of the season with 45 FPs and should look to keep things rolling tonight.
Ray McCallum starting for resting Tony Parker
Ray McCallum will draw the start against the Lakers tonight with Patty Mills coming off the bench. Ray McCallum makes for a nice late-swap option on DK and will likely even get burn in a blowout scenario. The Lakers are terrible at stopping points guards so McCallum should be able to turn in a good performance.
As reported by: Paul Garcia Bradley Beal out tonight, Garrett Temple to start
Bradley Beal was a late scratch and Garrett Temple will be starting in his place. Temple is not a great play due to his lack of scoring, and Gary Neal makes for a stronger play against the Pelicans. Since the announcement came after lineups locked, Neal is only an option on DK.
As reported by: Washington Wizards on Twitter Matthew Dellavedova starting alongside Jared Cunningham
Jared Cunningham will be the starting SG for the Cavs tonight with Matthew Dellavedova starting at PG. Dellavedova is a nice value play against the Pacers and should be able to see a bunch of minutes. Even if Mo Williams comes in the game expect Dellavedova to play stretches alongside him.
As reported by: Dave McMenamin Lucas Nogueira active tonight, may or may not play
The Raptors have listed Lucas Nogueira as active tonight, but he is doubtful to play. He would make for a decent punt option if he was to play. If Nogueira does indeed play he would cut into some of Patrick Patterson’s minutes. With him most likely not playing Patterson makes for a great punt option tonight.
As reported by: Josh Lewenberg Terrence Ross starting again Friday
Terrence Ross will start again against the Bucks tonight. He will likely have to guard Giannis Antetokounmpo which means he will likely not be much of an offensive threat. Ross played a good game against the Lakers in his first start but will likely be slumping until he gets another plus matchup.
As reported by: Raptors Jared Cunningham starting for J.R. Smith
Jared Cunningham will be starting for the injured J.R. Smith. Cunningham is a GPP target only and will likely see around 20 minutes tonight. He is more of a scorer than a distributor, but may have a tough time finding shots behind LeBron James and Kevin Love.
As reported by: Jason Lloyd on Twitter