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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – January 18, 2019

By Jeremy Lambert

MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 30: Justise Winslow #20 of the Miami Heat dribbles with the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at American Airlines Arena on December 30, 2018 in Miami, Florida. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
MIAMI, FL - DECEMBER 30: Justise Winslow #20 of the Miami Heat dribbles with the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at American Airlines Arena on December 30, 2018 in Miami, Florida. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /
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BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 30: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics celebrates after hitting a three-pointer against the Detroit Pistons during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts on October 30, 2018. (Photo by Christopher Evans/Digital First Media/Boston Herald via Getty Images)
BOSTON, MA – OCTOBER 30: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics celebrates after hitting a three-pointer against the Detroit Pistons during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts on October 30, 2018. (Photo by Christopher Evans/Digital First Media/Boston Herald via Getty Images) /

High Value SF

Players costing $6,250 or under

Jayson Tatum (vs MEM – $6,200): Needs 28.4 fantasy points. Tatum had 35 fantasy points against the Raptors on Jan. 16. He’s one guy I don’t worry about when it comes to Kyrie calling out his teammates. He’s going to get his scoring and rebounding numbers while chipping in with defense. He had 34 fantasy points against the Grizzlies on Dec. 29. If nothing else, he’s going to get you value. But expect a bit more in this one. Diagnosis: Reliable with a good ceiling.

Al-Farouq Aminu (vs NO – $5,300): Needs 24.3 fantasy points. Aminu continues to be a reliable option at an affordable price. Minutes are never an issue and he does a bit of everything. His game is really highlighted against the Pelicans due to their frontcourt presence. He had 34 fantasy points against the Pelicans on Nov. 1. He’ll deliver once again in this one. Diagnosis: Reliable with a high ceiling.

Jae Crowder (vs CLE – $4,700): Needs 21.5 fantasy points. Crowder had 39 fantasy points against the Clippers on Jan. 16. He’s been inconsistent this season but the minutes are typically there. His value has been a bit tied to his scoring as of late, which is concerning. But buckets shouldn’t be an issue in this one. He had 28.75 fantasy points in 24 minutes against Cleveland on Jan. 4. Diagnosis: Reliable in this matchup with a good ceiling.