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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – January 2, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

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High Salary PG

Tyreke Evans, MEM at LAC ($8,200): Evans pushed his 40+ fantasy point streak to six games with 45.75 fantasy points against the Kings on Sunday. The last time Evans faced the Clippers, he dropped a season high 64.75 fantasy points on them. He continues to get it done in all categories and shows no sign of slowing down. The Grizzlies have limped along this season, but Evans has been a huge bright spot for them. Expect another big night from the Memphis guard on Tuesday. *****

Kemba Walker, CHA at SAC ($7,500): Walker has been at value or better in five straight contests. The Kings are sixth against point guards in their last 15 games, but their overall defense is last in the league. Walker has been good thus far on this road trip, averaging 40.25 fantasy points in the two games. He should be at a minimum of 40 fantasy points in this one, which would put him over value in six straight. *****

Lou Williams, LAC vs MEM ($7,500): If Austin Rivers is out, I like Williams a bit more, just because he’s the most reliable perimeter player on the Clippers. Based on the latest report, Rivers seems doubtful for Tuesday, but that could change by tip-off. Williams is still a strong play just due to his ability to gash opposing second-units. He had 44.5 fantasy points against Memphis a week ago. Scoring won’t be an issue, but he helps his value with assists, which come more often with Rivers sidelined. ****