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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – April 9, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

DENVER, CO - APRIL 5: Nikola Jokic
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NEW ORLEANS, LA – MARCH 17: Nikola Mirotic #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts during the second half against the Houston Rockets at the Smoothie King Center on March 17, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Bachman/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS, LA – MARCH 17: Nikola Mirotic #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts during the second half against the Houston Rockets at the Smoothie King Center on March 17, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Bachman/Getty Images) /

High Value PF

Taj Gibson, MIN vs MEM ($5,600): Gibson has been over 35 fantasy points in his last two games. He’s been inconsistent this season, hitting value in just 49 percent of games. But this is a great matchup and if there’s anyone on Minnesota who knows how to raise their game ahead of the playoffs, it’s Gibson. He had 36.25 fantasy points against the Grizzlies on Mar. 26 and needs 25.5 fantasy points to reach value on Monday. Expect Gibson to set the tone for the Timberwolves, getting hard working points and rebounds and finding himself over value once again. ***

Ivan Rabb, MEM at MIN ($5,000): Rabb has made the most of his newfound playing time, going over value in four straight. He’s even picked up the start in his last two games, which has helped his value. If the Grizzlies decide to rest Marc Gasol on the back-to-back, Rabb should see a higher usage rate. He needs 22.8 fantasy points to reach value on Monday. He’s making a good impression late in the season and the circumstances bode well for his value on Monday. ***

Nikola Mirotic, NO at LAC ($6,100): Mirotic is on fire right now, going over 50 fantasy points in his last two games. 27.8 fantasy points puts him at value on Monday. He’s back in the starting lineup and he can’t seem to miss from three right now. He’s a streaky player, but when he’s hot, you have to take advantage of him. He had 31.75 fantasy points against the Clippers on Mar. 6. Expect him over 30 fantasy points once again. ****