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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup-January 15

By Zachary Thompson

Jan 9, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Washington Wizards forward Jared Dudley (1) shoots during the first quarter against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 9, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Washington Wizards forward Jared Dudley (1) shoots during the first quarter against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 11, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) reacts to a foul call against the Washington Wizards during the second half at the United Center. The Wizards defeat the Bulls 114-100. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 11, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls center Joakim Noah (13) reacts to a foul call against the Washington Wizards during the second half at the United Center. The Wizards defeat the Bulls 114-100. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports /

High Value C

Joakim Noah-Chicago Bulls (5,400): While the probable return of Pau Gasol leaves Joakim Noah’s upside lower than Mason Plumlee’s, he’s a much safer pick since he’s clearly over his shoulder injury and ready to contribute.  Last night, Noah started for Pau and played 38 minutes finishing with six points, 16 rebounds, eight assists, and two steals for a solid 40.5 fantasy points. He probably won’t get that much playing time tonight, but he’s a solid mid-range option since he’ll probably end up with most of Taj Gibson’s playing time sliding Pau to the PF spot where he is more comfortable. Pau returns-∗∗∗. No Pau-∗∗∗∗

Mason Plumlee-Portland Trail Blazers (4,900): Tonight’s game could be a triumphant return for Plumlee who was traded by the Nets this past offseason. This will be his first game against his former team who is currently allowing the most fantasy points in the NBA to opposing centers.  Plumlee has run a little hot-and-cold over his last ten games with four games with over 30 fantasy points and six games with under 20 fantasy points. He should be aggressive and ready to go tonight making him a high-risk play with a lot of upside against the Nets. ∗∗∗

Nikola Jokic-Denver Nuggets(4,100): Jokic will get the start tonight against Miami since Jusuf Nurkic has been ruled out.  Jokic can produce solid points and rebounds when he gets playing time making him a high-risk, high-reward gamble tonight against Miami. ∗

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