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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup-January 2

By Zachary Thompson

Dec 31, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Michael Carter-Williams (5) takes a shot by Indiana Pacers guard C.J. Miles (0) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Milwaukee defeats Indiana 120-116. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Michael Carter-Williams (5) takes a shot by Indiana Pacers guard C.J. Miles (0) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Milwaukee defeats Indiana 120-116. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 31, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Michael Carter-Williams (5) takes a shot by Indiana Pacers guard C.J. Miles (0) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Milwaukee defeats Indiana 120-116. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Michael Carter-Williams (5) takes a shot by Indiana Pacers guard C.J. Miles (0) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Milwaukee defeats Indiana 120-116. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

High Salary PG

Russell Westbrook-Oklahoma City Thunder (10,700): With Steph Curry questionable again tonight, the best top-salary PG to go with is Russell Westbrook as he and OKC open their 2016 schedule in Charlotte.  Westbrook has at least 50 fantasy points in seven of his last ten games and had a huge 68.25 fantasy points on Thursday on 36 points, 12 assists, and five steals.  His matchup with Kemba Walker is the one cause for concern since the Hornets have help opposing PG to the fifth-fewest fantasy points in the NBA so far this season. ∗∗∗

Reggie Jackson-Detroit Pistons (7,500): Jackson and the Pistons visit Indiana tonight to take on the Pacers for the third time this season.  In their two previous meetings Jackson has averaged 20.5 points, 7.5 assists, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.0 steals.  Jackson has been playing well lately with at least 33 fantasy points in three of his last four games and at least 30 fantasy points in eight of his last ten. ∗∗∗∗

Ish Smith-Philadelphia 76ers (7,200): A change in scenery back to the 76ers where he was last season has been great for Smith who has a big role in the Philadelphia offense and has emerged quickly as a legitimate fantasy producer once again.  He had a downer last night against the Lakers playing just 25 minutes and finishing with 17 fantasy points, but before that had posted back-t0-back games with at least 40 fantasy points.  Yesterday’s letdown was due to foul trouble and a woeful 3/19 shooting game. He should be able to bounce back tonight against the Clippers, so don’t give up on Ish to come through for you tonight even if he burned you last night in a great matchup. ∗∗∗

Michael Carter-Williams-Milwaukee Bucks (6,700): Carter-Williams and the Bucks just knocked off the Pacers on Thursday while MCW played an impressive 38 minutes with 11 points, seven boards, eight assists, three blocks, and three steals.  He finished that game with 41.75 fantasy points and has at least 38 fantasy points in seven of his last ten.  Tonight, the Bucks are in a good matchup against the T-Wolves who have allowed the fifth-most fantasy points to opposing PG so far this season. ∗∗∗∗

Mike Conley-Memphis Grizzlies (6,700): Conley and the Grizz should be well rested after three days off since their win over Miami. They’ll visit Utah tonight as Conley looks to continue his recent fantasy surge.  He had at least 40 fantasy points in back-t0-back games last week and has at least 40 in four of his last nine.  He has scored at least 16 points in seven straight games and has been adding solid assists and steals as well.  He’s more likely to put up a dud than the other PG on this slide, but he also has some nice upside if you feel confident he’ll get the job done in Salt Lake City. ∗∗

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