With the NBA season now in full swing, we have two weeks worth of information to go on when setting our FanDuel lineups. For each position, I will give you bargains, someone to spend on, and someone to stay away from. Hopefully this can help you with some tough roster decisions.
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There are only six games tonight, but there is still plenty to choose from!
Point Guard:
Nov 7, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Nik Stauskas (10) and guard Darren Collison (7) high five in the second half while playing against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center. The Kings won 114-112 in double overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
Bargains:
Darren Collison (6.5 million): Collison has only had one bad game, and is averaging over 32 fantasy points per game. That makes him one of the game’s best bargains still.
Grievis Vasquez (4 million): He is consistently hitting double digits in points as the backup to Kyle Lowry. If you want the money to use elsewhere, Vazquez is good for about 15 fantasy points per contest. He is a risk, but one of the safer plays if you’re looking to go cheap.
Worth The Cost:
Damian Lillard (8.3 million): I like his matchup against Charlotte, and he has four straight games with over 30 points, with two of those netting over 40. He is worth it tonight.
Reggie Jackson (7.8 million): With Westbrook out, he is one of the best bargains out there as well, but one of the worst kept secrets. He won’t rack up Westbrook numbers, but he will give you a consistent 30 points for around 8 million, which makes him worth the price.
Stay Away:
Jeremy Lin (5.5 million): Even at this low of a price, he is not worth it against Memphis and Mike Conley. Make sure the Lakers find their offensive rhythm before gambling on Lin.
Stephen Curry (10.2 million): Curry has been by far the best PG this season, but I don’t like the matchup against San Antonio. He will likely still score 30 fantasy points, but there are several options for far less money that will do the same.
Oct 29, 2014; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) shoots over Oklahoma City Thunder guard Andre Roberson (21) during the first quarter at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Craig Mitchelldyer-USA TODAY Sports
Shooting Guard:
Bargains:
Evan Fournier (4.8 million): As long as Oladipo is out, I’m playing Fournier. Period.
Wesley Matthews (5.7 million): He has the hot hand right now. Ride him while it lasts.
Worth The Cost:
Lance Stephenson (8 million): Don’t worry, shooting percentage won’t hurt you here. The good part is that Stephenson is shooting so much. If some of those start going in, 8 mil could be a bargain.
DeMar DeRozan (8.3 million): As good as Fournier has been replacing Oladipo, DeRozan should score a lot on him and Orlando in general.
Stay Away:
Klay Thompson (7.4 million): He says that he will play, but he is still feeling pain in his hand. It’s not worth the risk tonight.
Kobe Bryant (9 million): Tony Allen is an outstanding defender. I’m staying away from Kobe tonight.
Nov 5, 2014; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker (12) drives for the basket between Chicago Bulls forward Taj Gibson (22) and guard Jimmy Butler (21) during the third quarter at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Small Forward:
Bargains:
Jeremy Lamb (5 million): He will see plenty of minutes with all of the injuries that the Thunder are battling right now. So far he is producing, so he is well worth his price.
Draymond Green (5.5 million): He seems to be pulling away with the starting job right now for the Warriors, and has over 107 fantasy points in his last three games. That is nearly 35 a contest. Play him as long as the Warriors do at this price!
Worth The Cost:
Rudy Gay (8 million): He is off to a great start to the season. As long as he keeps playing at this level, his cost is worth it.
Jabari Parker (5.7 million): Rookies are always a risk, but at this price, Parker is a risk worth taking.
Stay Away:
Chandler Parsons (6.3 million): He may not be totally over his illness, and he has to face Rudy Gay. Stay clear of Parsons tonight.
Andre Iguodala (5.3 million): Green is the starter for now, and even though Iggy could see a run if Green struggles, there are many better options tonight.
November 8, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) loses control of the ball against the defense of Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes (22) during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
Power Forward:
Bargains:
Ed Davis (4.4 million): With Julius Randle out and Carlos Boozer ineffective, Davis is a safe play. At this price, you can afford to take the risk.
Boris Diaw (4.3 million): It’s a back-to-back for the Spurs, which means Tim Duncan won’t play much, if at all. This opens the door for a productive night for Boris.
Worth The Cost:
LaMarcus Aldridge (9.1 million): He will eat the Bobcats alive on the inside.
Zach Randolph (7.8 million): Ditto for Z-Bo against the Lakers.
Stay Away:
Tim Duncan (8 million): Timmy played big minutes last night, meaning he will be lucky to play more than 20 minutes tonight.
Patrick Patterson (4.8 million): It was good while it lasted, but with Amir Johnson back, Patterson will be little more than an afterthought.
Nov 7, 2014; Orlando, FL, USA;Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) reacts after he made a shot against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 112-103 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Center:
Bargain:
Steven Adams (4.6 million): He finally seems to have displaced the offensively challenged Kendrick Perkins, and has played well so far.
Worth The Cost:
Nikola Vucevic (8.3 million): He is the Magic offense right now, and he is putting up some huge numbers. Expect the same against the undersized Raptors.
Stay Away:
Jonas Valanciunas (6.3 million): He is progressing, but won’t have much luck against Vucevic and the Magic. Wait until he has a better matchup.