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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – February 8, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 01: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after making the game-tying three point basket against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center on February 1, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. 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. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 01: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts after making the game-tying three point basket against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center on February 1, 2018 in Denver, Colorado. 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. (Photo by Timothy Nwachukwu/Getty Images) /
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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – JANUARY 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder reacts to a play during the game against the Philadelphia 76ers on January 28, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Salary PG

Russell Westbrook, OKC at LAL ($11,900): It’s a fact that Westbrook won’t be traded, so you can add him with all the confidence in the world on Thursday. He’s been over value in four straight, including a 54.25 fantasy point effort against the Lakers on Sunday. The Thunder typically play down to their competition, and this feels like a letdown game following the Warriors victory. But maybe Oklahoma City will show up with something to prove after losing to the Lakers on Sunday. Win or lose, Westbrook is going to post big numbers. *****

Damian Lillard, POR vs CHA ($8,000): The Trail Blazers are finally home after a east coast road trip. Lillard started off the trip with 54.75 fantasy points against the Raptors, but faded as the week wore on. Being back in Portland, welcoming a east coast team that is sure to look a little different, projects great for Lillard on Thursday. He had 45.75 fantasy points against the Hornets on Dec. 16. That number would put him easily over value on Thursday. He should give you 45-plus fantasy points once again. ****

Dennis Schroder, ATL at ORL ($7,300): Schroder is averaging 40.6 fantasy points in two games against the Magic this season. He needs 32.5 fantasy points to reach value on Thursday. Atlanta is likely to be down a handful of players following the trade deadline, which means Schroder will take on more offensive responsibilities. If Kent Bazemore is gone, that would be great news for Schroder’s value. The Magic are 13th against point guards in their last 15 games. This is a great matchup and one Schroder has had plenty of success against this season. ****