DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup-March 25
High Salary PG
Stephen Curry-Golden State Warriors (10,500): In an unsurprising development, Curry shook off his shooting slump and scored 33 points against the Clippers on Wednesday totaling 53 fantasy points on 33 points, five assists, four rebounds, and three steals. His fantasy production was still pretty good even when his scoring dipped a bit since his non-scoring numbers have been so strong. He has at least 50 fantasy points in four of his last five games dating back to his last matchup against the Mavericks who he faces again tonight. In Dallas, Curry had 31 points, ten assists, and nine rebounds for a robust 59.8 fantasy points. He makes a great big-money option at PG tonight based on match and his return to form. There have been some rumblings about getting Curry a rest night, so double-check his status before tonight’s game, but as long as he plays he’s a good investment.∗∗∗
John Wall-Washington Wizards (9,700): Wall had an off scoring night on Wednesday finishing with just 13 points to go with his ten assists, three boards, two steals, and a block for only 36.25 fantasy points against the Hawks. He lit up Atlanta in their first meeting of the week with 56.75 fantasy points on 27 points and 14 assists. Before Wednesday’s letdown, Wall had at least 44 fantasy points in four straight including a pair of triple-doubles against the Bulls and Sixers. Since Russell Westbrook is taking the night off, Wall is the way to go for triple-double potential and he’s in a wonderful matchup against the T-Wolves who allow the third-most fantasy points in the NBA to opposing PG. Wall may not have the ceiling that Steph does, but he should end up with another very nice stat line tonight and will save you almost 1,000 in salary. I’d take Curry if you can have either one, but if you need the money elsewhere Wall is a solid Curry-alternative.∗∗∗
Rajon Rondo-Sacramento Kings (7,800): Rondo is dealing with multiple injuries as the Kings come down the stretch, but he’s considered probable for tonight in a great matchup against the Suns who haven’t stopped any PG all season. Rondo is coming off a huge game where he picked up some of the scoring slack with DeMarcus Cousins out and finished with 25 points and 12 assists while adding eight rebounds and three steals for good measure. He finished that game with 58.5 fantasy points, so his ceiling is remarkably high since he produces in so many categories. However, injuries are still a bit of a concern, and Cousins will be back to carry the load on offense. As a result, Rondo is a boom-or-bust play in the desert tonight with attractive upside for someone so affordable. ∗∗
Ricky Rubio-Minnesota Timberwolves (6,900): Rubio scored in single digits for just the second time in his last nine games on Wednesday against Rondo and the Kings. He still managed 36.25 fantasy points since he has 12 assists, three steals, and five rebounds. He has at least that many fantasy points in five of his last six games and is playing well coming down the stretch. Tonight, he gets a good matchup with John Wall and the Wizards who have been getting involved in a lot of high-scoring shootouts lately. The T-Wolves and Wizards are a great early game that should be stuffed with fantasy potential, and I think Rubio will be able to put together another nice stat line.∗∗∗∗
Goran Dragic-Miami Heat (6,200): Dragic has a miserable game against the Spurs on Wednesday with just four points and four assists while turning the ball over six times. Prior to that performance he had run off three straight games of over 38 fantasy points against the Hornets, Cavs, and Pelicans. Tonight, against the Magic, I expect Dragic to bounce back in big way especially since he hit Orlando up for 22 points, six boards, four assists, and a steal in his first game against them this season.∗∗∗
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