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FanDuel daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – December 25, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

OAKLAND, CA - DECEMBER 17: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Memphis Grizzlies during an NBA game at ORACLE Arena on December 17, 2018 in Oakland, California. The basket gave Curry 15,000 points for his career. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CA - DECEMBER 17: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors looks on against the Memphis Grizzlies during an NBA game at ORACLE Arena on December 17, 2018 in Oakland, California. The basket gave Curry 15,000 points for his career. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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Eric Gordon, Minnesota Timberwolves, Jimmy Butler, Houston Rockets
LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 20: Eric Gordon #10 of the Houston Rockets calls for a foul during 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 Value SG

Players costing $6,667 or under

Eric Gordon (vs OKC – $6,000): Needs 25.4 fantasy points. Gordon has been over 30 fantasy points in his last two games. With Chris Paul out of the lineup, he remains an outstanding option. Austin Rivers could take some opportunities from him, but I won’t believe it until I see right. Right now, we know Gordon is the second option and we know he can deliver. He’s doing the same in this matchup. Diagnosis: Reliable with a good ceiling.

JJ Redick (at BOS – $5,600): Needs 23.7 fantasy points. Redick was up to 33.1 fantasy points against the Raptors on Dec. 22. His shot looked good in that game and the hope is that he continues heading into Christmas. Even if his shot isn’t all the way there, he’s helping his value with the assists. Minutes won’t be an issue and shots are never an issue. Diagnosis: Inconsistent this season, but never lacks opportunities. The hope is that he found his stroke.

Marcus Smart (vs PHI – $5,400): Needs 22.8 fantasy points. This is a Marcus Smart game. Especially now that the Sixers have Jimmy Butler. He’s been good in the starting lineup and finds ways to chip in all categories. He had just 13.1 fantasy points against the Sixers on opening night, but I’m not concerned with that number. This is a different Marcus Smart and a different Philly team. He’s going to step up big as he gets big minutes hounding Jimmy Butler. Diagnosis: A bit inconsistent, but I love the matchup. High ceiling as well.