Fantasy Basketball: Early And All Day FanDuel Lineup For January 25th

Jan 7, 2015; Dallas, TX, USA; Detroit Pistons guard D.J. Augustin (14) drives to the basket past Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) and forward Greg Smith (4) during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Augustin scores 26 points off bench. The Pistons defeated the Mavericks 108-95. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

There are 11 games for the all day FanDuel tournaments today. Who do you take with so many high priced options? Maybe I can help!

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There are two games that are eligible for the early-only matchups. There are no tournaments available for the early-only. Only leagues of up to 100 entries. For this entry, the “A” lineup will be the all day lineup. The “B” lineup will be the early-only. I will have the late only lineups up later in the afternoon!

Here are my all day FanDuel lineups for January 25th:

Point Guards:

Bargains:

Mo Williams, Timberwolves ($5,800): Ricky Rubio is still without a timetable for return. He is practicing, so he will be back soon. It doesn’t sound like it will be today though, so Williams is worth a look. He played well against the Pelicans on Friday, so he should put up respectable numbers against the Hawks as well. Still, it’s a risk to start someone against the Hawks.

D.J. Augustin, Pistons ($3,800): Brandon Jennings left the stadium in a boot last night, and the rumor is that he has an Achilles injury. Even if it is not the worst case scenario, which is a rupture, he is definitely going to miss tonight’s game. That could make Augustin a very strong play against the Raptors. In fact, he might produce along the lines of Nelson, which would make him a better option that Williams. He might even be a better option than Nelson.

Worth The Cost:

John Wall, Wizards ($8,800): Wall has a really nice matchup against the Lawson-less Nuggets. Wall looked better against Oklahoma City on Friday than he has in almost a month. That makes me confident that he will be able to produce at a high enough level to help you into the money against Denver.

Jeff Teague, Hawks ($8,200): Teague has a fantastic matchup against the Timberwolves tonight. The caveat is that Teague has only played 30 minutes in each of the last three games. If he is held to 30 minutes again, it definitely limits his fantasy value. Still, he is a strong bet for another 35 point fantasy game. That would be his third straight over that mark.

Risky Plays:

Chris Paul, Clippers ($9,800): Paul has only scored 50 or above once in 2015. He has also been below 30 three times in that span. I doubt he will be that low against the Suns, but for his price you want someone who is a sure 40 at worst. I’m not sure you get that from Paul anymore.

Stephen Curry, Warriors ($10,100): Curry will likely get solid numbers against Boston tonight, but I am always apprehensive about playing high-priced stars in a game that could be a blowout. If it comes to that, Curry will likely get extended rest in the second half, which lowers his ceiling. The question is can he hit 50 fantasy points in the first half? Against the Celtics, I may not rule it out.

My Lineups:

A: Wall and Augustin ($12,600):

B: Derrick Rose and Mario Chalmers ($12,100): Rose is almost back to his old form for the Bulls, and he has a nice matchup against the Heat. As far as Chalmers, well, I ran out of cash and trust him more than Shabazz Napier or Norris Cole.

Next: Should You Shell Out The Cash For Harden?

January 19, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) shoots the basketball against Denver Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried (35) during the third quarter at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Nuggets 122-79. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Shooting Guards:

Bargains:

Eric Gordon, Pelicans ($5,400): Gordon put up his second straight 30 fantasy point game on Friday. He looks like he is back somewhere near his old form. He is shooting the ball well and gets another softer defense in Dallas tonight. Gordon is one of the stronger cheaper plays of the day.

Brad Beal, Wizards ($6,200): Beal has a great matchup against the Nuggets tonight. He has put up back to back 25+ fantasy point games. For a guy that is as inconsistent as Beal has been in his young career, he is very hard to trust in daily leagues. I do trust him against the Nuggets though. We have seen Beal put up some fantasy games over 40 and even 50 fantasy points. Tonight could be one of those nights where he does it again.

Worth The Cost:

Klay Thompson, Warriors ($8,100): Unless you have been under a rock, you have heard about Thompson’s record setting third quarter on Friday night against the Kings. He had a career night and likely won’t do it again, but he does have a good matchup against Boston. Still, shooters have a habit of staying hot after games like this. He likely won’t set any records, but I would not be surprised if he scored at least 30 again. Which should put him around 50 fantasy points.

James Harden, Rockets ($11,100): Harden is at it again, with three straight games of over 50 fantasy points. Two of those have been over 60. There is a great chance that Harden will get some rest if when this turns into a blowout. Still, I think Harden has close to a 50 point fantasy game even if he does only play about 30 minutes.

Risky Plays:

Wayne Ellington, Lakers ($4,200): With Kobe Bryant out, that puts Ellington into the starting lineup. He is not the kind of guy who is going to go much, if any, over 20 fantasy points, but he is an intriguing option against the Rockets if he gets some shots today.

Victor Oladipo, Magic ($7,200): Oladipo is consistently putting up more than 20 fantasy points per game. His streak is now up to 15 games. That said, his price is at the point where if you get in the low 20’s from him like you did on Friday night it qualifies as a disappointment. Oladipo may be without Elfrid Payton tonight as he is a game time decision. That would likely move Oladipo back to the point, which could increase his fantasy value even more. He would appear to be a good play tonight.

My Lineups:

A: Thompson and Gordon ($13,500)

B: Jimmy Butler and Iman Shumpert ($13,200): Butler has a great matchup against the Heat. Shumpert put up 13 fantasy points in just ten minutes in his Cavaliers debut. His playing time will increase exponentially as the Cavs desperately need his defense on the perimeter.

Next: Should You Go Big At SF?

Jan 23, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) argues with the officials during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Small Forwards:

Bargains:

Khris Middleton, Bucks ($5,100): Middleton is still getting starter’s minutes, but that means anything over 28 minutes on this team. He had a good game against the tough Pistons last night. He may not hit 30 fantasy points again tonight against the Spurs, but I would be surprised if he got below 25. He should be a solid value for his price at a position where bargains are hard to come by.

DeMarre Carroll, Hawks ($5,400): Carroll has played well against mid to lower tier opponents. He gets the Timberwolves tonight, which fall into that category. Carroll should be good for around 20-25 fantasy points. That isn’t great, but it could keep you in the money if you can afford a star for taking him.

Worth The Cost:

LeBron James, Cavaliers ($10,800): The King against Durant should be a great matchup this afternoon. I like James a little bit more just because he has a little more free reign in the offense. Either one of them are a very good play if you have the money. James’s output speaks for itself. Since his return to the court six games ago, James has averaged 47.5 fantasy points per game. All but one of those games have seen him above the 45 points threshold. That makes him a great play if you’re willing to spend money.

Kevin Durant, Thunder ($10,800): Durant was held in check by the Hawks on Friday. That was also the third time that he has been held under 40 fantasy points in his last ten games. If you can find a way to afford both stars, it could put your team over the top. If you can only get one, James is the slightly better play.

Risky Plays:

Andrew Wiggins, Timberwolves ($7,400): Wiggins has been under 20 fantasy points in two of his last three games. They were against two stout defensive teams in Charlotte and New Orleans, so it’s forgivable. But it also shows that for all of the strides that Wiggins has made, he is still a matchup based play. That is why I would use caution tonight against a Hawks team that shut down Kevin Durant on Friday.

Chandler Parsons, Mavericks ($6,200): Parsons consistently scores in the high 20’s for fantasy points, but he has also struggled against good teams. The Mavs get a good team tonight in the Pelicans, so he may have a hard time getting to 20 tonight. There are likely safer options.

My Lineups:

A: James and Middleton ($15,900)

B: James and Luol Deng ($16,500): Deng had a great game against the Pacers on Friday. Now he gets a revenge game against the Bulls. Can he finally put together two good games in a row?

Next: You Don't Need To Spend At PF

Jan 12, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) shoots a free throw against the Boston Celtics during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Mark L. Baer-USA TODAY Sports

Power Forwards:

Bargains:

Brandon Bass, Celtics ($4,400): Bass has been an absolute beast for the Celtics up front with Kelly Olynyk out. He has 78.8 fantasy points in his last two games, and is showing no signs of slowing down. He is the best bargain of the night, and it really isn’t close. He likely won’t score near 40 against Golden State, but I wouldn’t bet against him being in the 30’s.

Taj Gibson, Bulls ($6,000): Gibson has performed at a high level even in a bench role. His value was stunted a little bit with Joakim Noah back, but he still managed almost 30 fantasy points. He has a good chance to duplicate that against the Heat this afternoon.

Worth The Cost:

Greg Monroe, Pistons ($8,400): Monroe, like many of the other Pistons regulars, played sparingly in the second half of the blowout loss to the Bucks. Monroe still went over 30 fantasy points in just 29 minutes. He could have a big game against the inconsistent Raptors up front. In fact, I think I have him in every lineup tonight.

Anthony Davis, Pelicans ($11,200): Davis has picked up right where he left off. He is actually becoming a little more consistent. He has not been under 40 fantasy points since January 5th. That makes it a lot easier to take him when you don’t have to worry as much about him being under 40 fantasy points.

Blake Griffin, Clippers ($9,900): Griffin has mixed in a few clunkers here and there, but he is still a beast up front against undersized teams. The Suns are notoriously soft in the middle. Both Griffin and DeAndre Jordan could have big nights tonight.

Risky Plays:

Kevin Love, Cavaliers ($9,300): Love has been inconsistent at best with LeBron James on the court with him. I wouldn’t touch him this afternoon against defensive guru Serge Ibaka and the Thunder. I wouldn’t play him if you paid for my team.

Tim Duncan, Spurs ($7,900): Duncan has averaged only 24.5 fantasy points per game over his last four games. It is not a coincidence that he has not played 30 minutes in any of those four games. The Spurs are resting him in games now instead of having him sit out entire games. Don’t trust him unless something changes or his price drops to the point where he is worth taking a shot on.

My Lineups:

A: Monroe and Bass ($12,800)

B: Gibson and Serge Ibaka ($12,700): I went with LeBron in the early matchup, so it really left me strapped for cash a little. I am comfortable with Ibaka under 7k.

Next: Lots Of Options At C

Jan 11, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Timofey Mozgov (20) controls the ball against Sacramento Kings forward Jason Thompson (34) and forward Rudy Gay (8) during the first quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Center:

Bargain:

Timofey Mozgov, Cavaliers ($5,100): Mozgov has averaged 33.3 fantasy points per game over his last three games. In fact, he racked up 29 fantasy points in just 21 minutes against the Hornets on Friday. He has been a godsend for the Cavs and for us daily fantasy players. Especially when he has a matchup like he does today against Steven Adams and the Thunder.

Worth The Cost:

Nikola Vucevic, Magic ($8,900): Vucevic has had bouts of inconsistency this season, but it’s hard to ignore a guy that has more than 50 fantasy points in four of his last seven games. Especially against a team like the Pacers. 50 is a distinct possibility again.

Risky Play:

Nikola Pekovic ($6,300): The Timberwolves are still working on ways to get Pekovic and Gorgui Dieng on the court together. They played Dieng at PF some while Pekovic was on the court. Still, the Timberwolves are easing Pekovic along, and not giving him a lot of minutes yet. Until they do, he is not worth taking a chance on.

My Lineups:

A and B: Mozgov ($5,100)

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