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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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SACRAMENTO, CA – NOVEMBER 29: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Los Angeles Clippers looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings on November 29, 2018 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)
SACRAMENTO, CA – NOVEMBER 29: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Los Angeles Clippers looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings on November 29, 2018 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Value PG

Players costing $6,250 or under

De’Anthony Melton (vs DAL – $4,900): Needs 22.2 fantasy points. Melton has been over 30 fantasy points in his last two games. The minutes and opportunities are there for him, which counts for a lot. And the Mavericks are on a back-to-back, which should benefit Melton and the Suns. Diagnosis: At a good salary given the minutes and role he plays. He’s reliable to at least hit value, but given the circumstances, expect another strong outing.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (at SA – $4,700): Needs 21.3 fantasy points. SAG was down to 14 fantasy points against the Raptors on Dec. 11, but don’t be too concerned about that. The Clippers were in a terrible spot on the back-to-back and having gone to OT the night before. Plus, it was a rested Raptors team. With a day off and going up against a poor defensive team like San Antonio, SAG will bounce back with a solid outing. Diagnosis: Reliable with a good ceiling.

Jalen Brunson (at PHO – $4,300): Needs 19.6 fantasy points. Brunson was down to 10 fantasy points against the Hawks, but don’t worry too much. With Barea and Smith Jr. likely out on Wednesday, Brunson will be the top point guard option. It really means more Doncic action, but Brunson will get the minutes and he was delivering strong numbers prior to Wednesday. Diagnosis: Good ceiling and matchup. Trust him to bounce back.

Quick Hits

Lonzo Ball ($5,600): Gets numbers in all categories, just inconsistent on the categories. He’s a solid bet to at least give you value.