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FanDuel daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – November 8, 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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OAKLAND, CA – OCTOBER 24: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts to a play during the game against the Washington Wizards on October 24, 2018 at ORACLE Arena 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Salary PG

Players costing over $6,667

Steph Curry (vs MIL – $10,700): Needs 44.4 fantasy points. Curry’s numbers were down against the Grizzlies, but I trust him to bounce back against the Bucks. His shot will start to fall and he does enough in other categories to boost his value. He needs a big game, but he’s delivered more often than not this season. And when he hasn’t delivered, he’s always bounced back strong. Diagnosis: Tough to doubt Curry given how he’s played this year and the matchup.

Damian Lillard (vs LAC – $9,800): Needs 40.6 fantasy points. Lillard has dropped off in recent contests, which has me worried. He was inconsistent against the Clippers last season, averaging 39.2 fantasy points in four games. He’s too good of a player to struggle scoring the way he has. Diagnosis: High ceiling, but cold right now, which is concerning.

Kyrie Irving (at PHO – $8,500): Needs 35.2 fantasy points. Kyrie has found his scoring touch in recent games and was at 54.5 fantasy points against the Nuggets on Nov. 5. The Suns are obviously a great matchup, but lack of playing time might be concerning if the Celtics win in a blowout. I actually trust Devin Booker to keep it close, which means I trust Irving to get his points. Diagnosis: Red hot and a fantastic matchup.