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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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CHICAGO, IL – OCTOBER 26: John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks puts up a shot against Robin Lopez #42 of the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on October 26, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Hawks 91-86. 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 Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) /

High Value PF

Pascal Siakam, TOR vs NY ($3,700): Siakam missed value against the Celtics, but was over 20 fantasy points in the two previous games. He’s played more minutes than starter Serge Ibaka in recent contests. If he continues to play 25 minutes a game, his production will start increase. This one is all about the matchup as the Knicks are 30th against the position in their last 15 games and missing Kristaps Porzingis and Enes Kanter. The paint and glass will be open all night for the Raptors frontcourt. He’s a low cost option that should be over value and helps you grab another star. ***

John Collins, ATL at ORL ($4,800): Atlanta might look different across the board, but one person who is certain to remain is John Collins. In fact, he could draw the start if guys like Ersan Ilyasova and Dewayne Dedmon are traded. Collins had 31.5 fantasy points against the Grizzlies on Tuesday. Prior to that, he had missed value in five straight. This is a good matchup for Collins given Orlando’s defensive and offensive struggles and Collins could see extra playing time if players are missing. ****

Al-Farouq Aminu, POR vs CHA ($5,300): Aminu has been over value in his last two games. He’s been solid this season, hitting value in 61 percent of games. He was a bust against the Hornets on Dec. 16, posting 9.25 fantasy points in that contest. Don’t expect him to struggle to that extent on Thursday. The Blazers should have a boost of energy from the home crowd and the Hornets are in the middle of a west coast road trip. On top of that, Charlotte could look very different on Thursday. Expect Aminu to be around 25 fantasy points in this one. ***