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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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CLEVELAND, OH – OCTOBER 30: Jordan Clarkson #8 congratulates acting head coach Larry Drew of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at Quicken Loans Arena on October 30, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Hawks 136-114. 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 PG

Players costing $6,250 or under

Dennis Schroder (at BKN – $5,800): Needs 26.4 fantasy points. Schroder has been over 30 fantasy points in each of his last two games. His minutes have been down as the Thunder have been involved in a couple of blowouts, but the Nets have the ability to hang around. And the Thunder are due a rough performance in this run. If nothing else, Schroder is reliable. Diagnosis: Reliable with a high ceiling. Minutes and chances will be there.

Jordan Clarkson (vs GS – $5,300): Needs 24.1 fantasy points. Clarkson had 42.75 fantasy points against the Nets on Dec. 3. He’s shown a high ceiling with his scoring and rebounding ability. Any assists are just a bonus. The thing I like about Clarkson is that he’s going to think this is his time to shine and he’s going to take all the shots. The Warriors talk will only motivate him more. Diagnosis: Use his irrational confidence to your advantage.

Jeremy Lin (vs WAS – $4,900): Needs 22.3 fantasy points. Lin returned to the lineup against the Warriors and finished with 30.75 fantasy points. He’s been solid coming off the bench in recent games and now he gets the Wizards. Their defense is a wreck and their bench, even with Morris’ contributions, remains an eyesore. Lin is also at a good salary. Diagnosis: Playing well, great matchup, good cost.