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FanDuel daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – October 22, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 02: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors looks on during a game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena on October 2, 2018 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY, UT - OCTOBER 02: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors looks on during a game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena on October 2, 2018 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images) /
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LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 02: Will Barton #5 of the Denver Nuggets has his shot blocked by JaVale McGee #7 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a preseason game at Staples Center on October 2, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 02: Will Barton #5 of the Denver Nuggets has his shot blocked by JaVale McGee #7 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a preseason game at Staples Center on October 2, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /

High Value C

Players costing $6,667 or under

JaVale McGee (vs SA – $5,500): Needs 23.4 fantasy points. Is JaVale McGee the best player on the Lakers? I would have to say yes. He’s certainly been the best DFS player on the Lakers, going over 35 fantasy points in both games. McGee always makes some athletic plays, but he’s looked like a different player this season. He’s doing everything right and making a big impact. As the Lakers only true center, there is plenty to like about his start. Diagnosis: They’ll need him against Aldridge and he’s done well against the Spurs in the past.

Jonas Valanciunas (vs CHA – $5,500): Needs 23.4 fantasy points. Valanciunas has been hit-and-miss to start the season. When he’s been inserted into the starting lineup, he’s done very well. When he’s coming off the bench, he hasn’t made any type of an impact. Make your choice based on whether he starts or not. Diagnosis: If he starts, he should do enough to at least hit value. If he comes off the bench, there’s no reason to play him.

Myles Turner (at MIN – $6,100): Needs 26 fantasy points. If Sabonis doesn’t end up playing, Turner should see extra opportunities as the best big man on the team. The Pacers are facing the Timberwolves, who have shown absolutely nothing on defense this season. Turner is inconsistent, but the injury to Sabonis should benefit him on Monday. Diagnosis: Inconsistent option, but could go over 30 fantasy points based on the matchup and playing time.