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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – January 2, 2019

By Jeremy Lambert

CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 26: Kemba Walker #15 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts to a play against the New York Knicks on March 26, 2018 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 26: Kemba Walker #15 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts to a play against the New York Knicks on March 26, 2018 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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PHOENIX, AZ – NOVEMBER 17: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder high fives teammates as he is introduced before the game against the Phoenix Suns on November 17, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)
PHOENIX, AZ – NOVEMBER 17: Paul George #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder high fives teammates as he is introduced before the game against the Phoenix Suns on November 17, 2018 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Salary SF

Players costing over $6,250

Paul George (at LAL – $9,200): Needs 42.4 fantasy points. George was down to 37.5 fantasy points against the Mavericks on Dec. 31. Don’t be too concerned. He’s been too good this season to think it was anything more than an off night. He played well against the Lakers last season and there’s sort of a grudge here due to all the offseason talk. More than that, just trust him to bounce back. He’s been too good this season to think otherwise. Diagnosis: Very reliable with a very high ceiling.

Kyle Kuzma (vs OKC – $7,500): Needs 34.6 fantasy points. Kuzma has continued to play well even in LeBron’s absence. He’s been over 39 fantasy points in all three games without LeBron. This will be the toughest matchup he’s had, but Kuzma shouldn’t be doubted given the circumstances and the salary. Diagnosis: Reliable with a very high ceiling.

T.J. Warren (vs PHI – $6,600): Needs 30.4 fantasy points. Warren continues to play well and had 38 fantasy points against the Warriors on Dec. 31. The Sixers are on a back-to-back, which should help the Suns out in this one. And they’ve been fairly competitive in recent contests, thanks to Warren’s contributions. He’s been good against the Sixers in recent history, averaging 36.9 fantasy points in his last three games against Philly. Diagnosis: Reliable with a good ceiling.