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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – January 9, 2019

By Jeremy Lambert

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 07: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks waits for a free throw during a game against the Golden State Warriors at Fiserv Forum on December 07, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Warriors defeated the Bucks 105-95. 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 Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 07: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks waits for a free throw during a game against the Golden State Warriors at Fiserv Forum on December 07, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Warriors defeated the Bucks 105-95. 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 Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /
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CLEVELAND, OH – DECEMBER 14: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks seen on court during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on December 14, 2018 at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)
CLEVELAND, OH – DECEMBER 14: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks seen on court during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers on December 14, 2018 at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Salary SF

Players costing over $6,250

Giannis Antetokounmpo (at HOU – $11,100): Needs 50.7 fantasy points. Giannis is Giannis. I actually like him more than Harden because the Rockets defense isn’t nearly on the level of the Bucks defense. Giannis will get his points and come away with rebounds. I could also see him looking to make a statement in the MVP race here. A motived Giannis is an extra scary Giannis. Diagnosis: Always build around Giannis with confidence.

Ben Simmons (at WAS – $9,100): Needs 41.8 fantasy points. Simmons had 41.75 fantasy points in 28 minutes against the Wizards on Tuesday. Trust that the Wizards aren’t complete trash again and that they make the game more competitive when they are at home. Even in limited minutes, Simmons has shown that he can at least get you value. Diagnosis: Reliable with a high ceiling if the game is competitive.

TJ Warren (at DAL – $7,100): Needs 32.4 fantasy points. Warren was down to 29.5 fantasy points against the Kings on Tuesday. His value is still largely tied to his scoring, which is concerning. But he doesn’t lack for shots, which helps. The Mavericks aren’t a great defensive team but are better at home. I still like him with Booker out and am willing to give him this game. Diagnosis: High ceiling, but a tad inconsistent.