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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – December 13, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 20: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers makes his home debut against the Houston Rockets as he talks with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 at Staples Center on October 20, 2018 in Los Angeles, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 20: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers makes his home debut against the Houston Rockets as he talks with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #1 at Staples Center on October 20, 2018 in Los Angeles, 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 Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) /
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LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 20: Chris Paul #3 of the Houston Rockets reacts to his basket in a 124-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on October 20, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 20: Chris Paul #3 of the Houston Rockets reacts to his basket in a 124-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on October 20, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /

High Salary PG

Players costing over $6,250

James Harden(vs LAL – $10,900): Needs 49.4 fantasy points. Harden was down to 39.25 fantasy points against the Blazers on Dec. 11. The Rockets actually looked good in that game and Harden didn’t have to do quite as much. He’ll probably have to do more in this game with the way the Lakers are playing. We know what Harden is capable of and this feels like one of those games where he delivers in a big way. Trust him to bounce back after a rough outing against the Blazers. Diagnosis: High ceiling and typically reliable. He’ll have a strong game.

Chris Paul (vs LAL – $8,600): Needs 39.2 fantasy points. Paul had the big game against the Blazers, delivering 51.75 fantasy points. Paul is always a mixed bag because Harden is the star of the show and Paul takes a back seat on most nights. But he’s capable of big games and the opportunities are always there for him. I trust him to at least hit value in this one. Diagnosis: Reliable with a good ceiling.

Zach LaVine (at ORL – $7,400): Needs 33.5 fantasy points. You’re not going to read much about the Bulls in these upcoming slides, so pay attention now. I don’t know what to expect from the Bulls. For a number of reasons. First, they are getting healthy, which means their rotations are all over the place. Dunn and Portis are back, Markkanen has been back for a few games. Inconsistent minutes leads to inconsistent numbers and more players means fewer opportunities. That’s what LaVine fell victim of against the Kings. And for that, I can’t confidently recommend him. Diagnosis: Good ceiling, but the Bulls are just a mess in more ways than one.