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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – December 17, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 14: Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket while guarded by Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics during a game at TD Garden on October 16, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 14: Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives to the basket while guarded by Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics during a game at TD Garden on October 16, 2018 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images) /
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LOS ANGELES, CA – APRIL 07: Montrezl Harrell #5 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center on April 7, 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 Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA – APRIL 07: Montrezl Harrell #5 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the game against the Denver Nuggets at Staples Center on April 7, 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 Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images) /

High Value PF

Players costing $6,250 or under

Montrezl Harrell (vs POR – $5,700): Needs 26.8 fantasy points. Harrell was back up to 34 fantasy points against the Thunder on Dec. 15. He’s slipped after going through a really hot stretch, but this is his matchup. He’s averaging 37.3 fantasy points in two games against the Blazers this season. Trust him to deliver like he has both times against Portland this year. Diagnosis: Proven matchup and high ceiling.

Dario Saric (vs SAC – $4,900): Needs 22.7 fantasy points. Saric has been over 30 fantasy points in his last two games. He’s been over 30 minutes in 30 straight games and drew the start against the Suns. As long as the minutes are there, the production will be there. And the minutes continue to be there right now. The matchup is good with the Kings on a back-to-back. The points and rebounds will come for him. Diagnosis: Reliable with a good ceiling.

Nemanja Bjelica (at MIN – $4,400): Needs 20.3 fantasy points. Bjelica had 41.25 fantasy points against the Timberwolves on Dec. 12. It’s still a revenge matchup for Bjelica and I love me a good revenge matchup. He’s averaging 35.9 fantasy points in two games against the Timberwolves this season. The Kings are on a back-to-back, but he’s at a good salary and the matchup is proven. Diagnosis: Revenge game and a high ceiling agains this matchup.