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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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CHARLOTTE, NC – APRIL 8: Michael Kidd-Gilchrist #14 of the Charlotte Hornets handles the ball against Victor Oladipo #4 of the Indiana Pacers on April 8, 2018 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NC – APRIL 8: Michael Kidd-Gilchrist #14 of the Charlotte Hornets handles the ball against Victor Oladipo #4 of the Indiana Pacers on April 8, 2018 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Value SF

Players costing $6,667 or under

Jae Crowder (vs MEM – $5,200): Needs 21.4 fantasy points. The good news for Crowder is that he continues to play big minutes in Utah. He was great since coming over from Cleveland last season and he’s such a diverse player that he’s able to play in multiple lineups alongside different players. Diagnosis: Gets big minutes on a good team, which is always a good thing for DFS fans. Can do a little bit of everything as well.

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (at TOR – $5,000): Needs 20.5 fantasy points. I have a hard time trusting MKG because he’s not a big scorer, but he’s been getting it done this season. In three games, he’s averaging 29.2 fantasy points. A lot of that has been with defense, but that’s never been an issue for him. As long as he continues to rebound and find ways to contribute, he’s a worthwhile addition. Diagnosis: Relatively low cost and with defense counting for more in FanDuel, he’s a solid addition. But be wary.

Lance Stephenson (vs SA – $4,800): Needs 19.7 fantasy points. It’s Lance Stephenson, so it’s tough to fully trust him, but this is a big opportunity for Lance. First off, he played well against the Rockets. Not that Lance lacks confidence, but now the coaches will have more confidence in him. More importantly, with Rondo and Ingram out, the Lakers need an erratic playmaker and small forward. Yes, that’s Lance Stephenson’s music. Diagnosis: Suspensions work to his benefit. He’s a risk, but we’ve seen Lance step up before.