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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – December 5, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 19: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks during the first half of a game against the Denver Nuggets at Fiserv Forum on November 19, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 19: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks during the first half of a game against the Denver Nuggets at Fiserv Forum on November 19, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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BOSTON, MA – MARCH 31: Serge Ibaka
BOSTON, MA – MARCH 31: Serge Ibaka /

High Value C

Players costing $6,250 or under

Serge Ibaka (vs PHI – $5,800): Needs 27.1 fantasy points. Ibaka has cooled off and was down to 25.75 fantasy points against the Nuggets on Dec. 3. The minutes have continued to be there, which is the good news. His rebounding numbers are down, but his scoring is typically there. He typically plays well against the Sixers and had 36.5 fantasy points against them on Oct. 30. As good as the top centers are, the value centers are not so good. Diagnosis: High ceiling, but he’s cold. And when he’s cold, he stays cold.

Brook Lopez (vs DET – $5,200): Needs 24.9 fantasy points. Lopez was up to 31.75 fantasy points against the Knicks on Dec. 1. Hopefully, he’s settled in after being all over the place in the weeks prior. His highs were high, but his lows were low. The shots are there and he’s rebounding more, which is helping his value. He should be in the paint more given the matchup. Diagnosis: Reliable with a good ceiling.

JaVale McGee (vs SA – $4,800): Needs 23 fantasy points. McGee had 27.5 fantasy points against the Suns on Dec. 2. He’s producing solid outings in limited minutes. He’s averaging 26.6 fantasy points in two games against the Spurs this season. He’s at a good salary and is the best of the value options in my estimation. Diagnosis: Good salary, fairly reliable, good ceiling.