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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – December 26, 2017

By Jeremy Lambert

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 18: Donovan Mitchell
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MEMPHIS, TN – DECEMBER 15: Tyreke Evans #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies talks to the media on the court after the game against the Atlanta Hawks on December 15, 2017 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)
MEMPHIS, TN – DECEMBER 15: Tyreke Evans #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies talks to the media on the court after the game against the Atlanta Hawks on December 15, 2017 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Salary PG

Donovan Mitchell, UTA at DEN ($7,300): Mitchell returned from a toe injury on Saturday against Oklahoma City and had 39.75 fantasy points. He looked just fine in that one, showing no ill-effects from the injury. His assist numbers have been down in recent games, totaling just three in his last three. Still, he’s the best perimeter option on the Jazz with his scoring and passing ability. He can also chip in with a few rebounds and a couple of defensive plays. He’s averaging just 22.3 fantasy points in two games against the Nuggets this year, which is a bit concerning. I still like him at value at worst. ***

Tyreke Evans, MEM at PHO ($8,600): The Grizzlies have been a wreck this season, but through it all, Evans has produced. He’s averaging 34.9 FPPG and has hit value in 71 percent of contests. He had a season-high 64.75 fantasy points against the Clippers on Saturday. He’s a big-time scorer who can also get it done on the boards and with his passing. The Suns are 19th against the position in their last 15 games, but their overall defense is 29th in the league. Evans should be in for a huge game on Tuesday night. *****

Lou Williams, LAC vs SAC ($7,600): After struggling for a couple of games, Williams responded with 54 fantasy points against the Rockets and 44.5 fantasy points against the Grizzlies. He’s a microwave scorer off the bench who can rain from three and pick up assists. The Kings are fifth against points guards in their last 15 games, but 17th against shooting guards. Williams has the highest usage rate of any Clippers player in their last five games. He has the green light to fire away and typically takes advantage of it. *****