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FanDuel daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup-January 25

By Zachary Thompson

Jan 23, 2016; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) reacts next to center Willie Cauley-Stein (00) after making a shot while being fouled against the Indiana Pacers in the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 23, 2016; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins (15) reacts next to center Willie Cauley-Stein (00) after making a shot while being fouled against the Indiana Pacers in the second quarter at Sleep Train Arena. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 24, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Josh Smith (5) reacts after making a three point basket against the Dallas Mavericks in the second half at Toyota Center. Rockets won 115 to 104. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 24, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets center Josh Smith (5) reacts after making a three point basket against the Dallas Mavericks in the second half at Toyota Center. Rockets won 115 to 104. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports /

High Value PF

Ersan Ilyasova-Detroit Pistons (5,700): There is a decided lack of midrange options tonight in general, but I do like Ilyasova against the Jazz who will likely still be without Derrick Favors.  Ilyasova had 25.3 fantasy points against the Nuggets on Saturday on nine points and nine rebounds giving him at least 25 fantasy points in five of his last six games.  He should be able to take it to the Jazz tonight as long as Favors remains out or only comes back in a limited fashion. No Favors-∗∗∗ With Favors-∗

David West-San Antonio Spurs (4,500): It will be interesting to see how the Spurs attack the small-balling Warriors tonight.  West will likely start in place of Tim Duncan, but often opposing big men see very few minutes due to the constant mismatches Golden State creates.  West has played well when given extended time tiwh at least 20 fantasy points in four straight games which is a solid return at this price.  His unclear role against Golden State makes him slightly higher-risk, but he is one of a few nice sleeper picks at PF. ∗∗

Aaron Gordon-Orlando Magic (4,300): Gordon got the start on Friday against Charlotte in his first start of the year, but he only ended up playing 24 minutes which was down significantly from his 32 minutes coming off the bench the day before.  Gordon did manage 22.4 fantasy points in his 24 minutes posting ten points, seven rebounds, and four assists.  He has at least 20 fantasy points in four of his last six games, and if he’s in the lineup again tonight against the Grizzlies as expected, it should be a matchup in which he can thrive. ∗∗∗∗

Darrell Arthur-Denver Nuggets (4,300): Another sleeper option who could step up is Arthur who will likely start in place of Kenneth Faried tonight against the Hawks.  Arthur had 22.5 fantasy points in his start on Saturday with four points, four steals, five rebounds, and three assists.  He has at least 20 fantasy points in seven of his last nine games and has the potential for a double-double when he’s at his best.  With Faired out, he’s a solid play, but he’s too risky if Faried starts in front of him.  With Faried-no stars, Without Faried-∗∗∗

Josh Smith-Houston Rockets (3,900): So far, a change of scenery has been great for Smith who has played much better since heading back to Houston.  In each of his two games back with the Rockets, Smith has played over 20 minutes and scored 25 or more fantasy points. If Dwight Howard is able to return tonight, he could lose some time, but he has definitely energized the team and increased in fantasy relevancy. ∗∗

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