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FanDuel daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – December 30, 2018

By Jeremy Lambert

NEW ORLEANS, LA - MARCH 22: Lonzo Ball #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on March 22, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS, LA - MARCH 22: Lonzo Ball #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on March 22, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) /
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TORONTO, ON – NOVEMBER 12: Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (43) not quite sure to make of what is happening tonight. Toronto Raptors vs New Orleans Pelicans in 2nd half action of NBA regular season play at Scobiabank Arena in Toronto. Raptors lose 126-110, the first loss at home. Toronto Star/Rick Madonik (Rick Madonik/Toronto Star via Getty Images)
TORONTO, ON – NOVEMBER 12: Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (43) not quite sure to make of what is happening tonight. Toronto Raptors vs New Orleans Pelicans in 2nd half action of NBA regular season play at Scobiabank Arena in Toronto. Raptors lose 126-110, the first loss at home. Toronto Star/Rick Madonik (Rick Madonik/Toronto Star via Getty Images) /

High Value PF

Players costing $6,667 or under

Pascal Siakam (vs CHI – $6,600): Needs 28.4 fantasy points. Siakam was down to 9.8 fantasy points against the Magic on Dec. 28. Trust him to bounce back given the opponent on Sunday. He’s been very good this season and he never lacks for minutes or chances. I just can’t imagine the Bulls holding him to four points and four rebounds given how good he’s been throughout the season. Diagnosis: Maybe a slight risk based on recent play. But a great matchup.

Jerami Grant (at DAL – $5,700): Needs 24.5 fantasy points. Grant has been over 27 fantasy points in five straight and over 30 fantasy points in three of those five games. Minutes are never an issue and he impacts the game in a big way with his defense while also contribute with rebounds and scoring. He’s turning into a reliable option with a good ceiling based on minutes and the role he plays. Diagnosis: Reliable with a high ceiling.

Dwight Powell (vs OKC – $3,800): Needs 16.4 fantasy points. This is largely due to circumstances. If DeAndre Jordan doesn’t end up playing, Powell should see more minutes and opportunities. But if Jordan does play, I’m not sure Powell will be able to do enough to get you value, even at the low salary. You can look towards Bam Adebayo at this position if Jordan ends up playing and you don’t want to roll the dice with Powell. Diagnosis: Take with confidence if Jordan doesn’t play.