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FanDuel daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – December 31, 2017

By Jeremy Lambert

MEMPHIS, TN - DECEMBER 23: Tyreke Evans #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on December 23, 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 23: Tyreke Evans #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on during the game against the LA Clippers on December 23, 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) /
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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK- FEBRUARY 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder shoots a lay up during the game against the Utah Jazz on February 28, 2017 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Salary PG

Russell Westbrook, OKC vs DAL ($11,900): You know what you’re getting with the Thunder point guard. He’s been over 8+ fantasy points over value in seven straight games. If Andre Roberson and Paul George miss Sunday’s game, Westbrook is going to take on more responsibility on the offense end. He puts up big numbers in all categories and will likely do so against the Mavericks. Take Westbrook knowing you’re getting 60+ fantasy points. *****

Kyrie Irving, BOS vs BKN ($9,100): Irving has hit value in four of his last six games. He’s a reliable scorer, but he needs to put up numbers in other categories to really have a big fantasy game. The Nets certainly present him with an opportunity to rack up points and assists. Brooklyn ranks 29th against the position in their last 15 games. Irving had 37.1 fantasy points in 29 minutes against the Nets on Nov. 14. That number would put him under value on Sunday, but if he gets his normal 32 minutes, he should easily be at value and then some. ****

Jordan Clarkson, LAL at HOU ($7,200): Clarkson has hit value in four straight games and continues to see big minutes with Lonzo Ball out of the lineup. Given that Kentavious Caldwell-Pope can’t play due to travel restrictions, Clarkson should resume his role as a starter. The Rockets will need his scoring if they hope to keep pace with the Rockets. Along with his scoring, he’s done a good job running the Lakers offense and grabbing rebounds. He’s been bad against the Rockets this season, but it’s tough to that happening again on Sunday based on the amount of playing time and usage he’ll see. ****