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FanDuel daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – October 21, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 08: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA basketball game at ORACLE Arena on October 8, 2018 in Oakland, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 08: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA basketball game at ORACLE Arena on October 8, 2018 in Oakland, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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INDEPENDENCE, OH – SEPTEMBER 24: Tristan Thompson #13 of the Cleveland Cavaliers on Media Day at Cleveland Clinic Courts on September 24, 2018 in Independence, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)
INDEPENDENCE, OH – SEPTEMBER 24: Tristan Thompson #13 of the Cleveland Cavaliers on Media Day at Cleveland Clinic Courts on September 24, 2018 in Independence, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) /

High Value C

Players costing $6,667 or under

Damian Jones (at DEN – $4,600):Needs 19.3 fantasy points. If you’re starting for the Warriors at center for the Warriors, chances are you’re going to put up some fantasy numbers. Jones is a smart player who does a little bit in every category, especially on defense. As long as he can stay on the floor against Denver’s pass heavy offense, he should have another solid night on the stat sheet. Diagnosis: I’m a little worried about his playing time, but if plays, he’ll be fine.

Tristan Thompson (vs ATL – $4,400):Needs 18.5 fantasy points. Thompson had 31 fantasy points against the Timberwolves on Oct. 19. The Hawks are undersized and Thompson can hurt them on the glass in a big way. There is some concern that he won’t play quite as much if the Hawks go super small. Diagnosis: As long as he stays on the floor, he should do damage in the paint and on the glass.

Nerlens Noel (vs SAC – $4,000):Needs 16.8 fantasy points. Noel has been solid in both games to start the season, coming up with 18 fantasy points in each contest. He gets minutes as the backup center can make an impact on both ends of the floor. He did had 28.2 fantasy points against the Kings last season, although I wouldn’t put much stock into that. Diagnosis: Should at least hit value. Maybe he makes a bigger impact if Schroder can do more to spark the second unit.