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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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MEMPHIS, TN – SEPTEMBER 24: JaMychal Green #0 of the Memphis Grizzlies poses for a portrait during Memphis Grizzlies Media Day on September 24, 2018 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)
MEMPHIS, TN – SEPTEMBER 24: JaMychal Green #0 of the Memphis Grizzlies poses for a portrait during Memphis Grizzlies Media Day on September 24, 2018 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Value PF

Players costing $6,250 or under

Nikola Mirotic (at POR – $5,900): Needs 27.7 fantasy points. Mirotic was up to 46.75 fantasy points against the Warriors on Jan. 16. He’s a streaky shooter but he was hot against the Warriors which should be a good sign for his value coming into this game. And it’s the Blazers, a team he couldn’t miss against in the playoffs last season. He also had 46.25 fantasy points against the Blazers on Nov. 1. Diagnosis: Very proven matchup and a high ceiling.

JaMychal Green (at BOS – $5,300): Needs 24.3 fantasy points. Green was up to 39.5 fantasy points against the Bucks on Jan. 16. He’s been over 34 fantasy points in three of his last four games. He’s had to pick up some slack with the injury to Kyle Anderson and he does a lot even if his minutes are limited. The matchup is tough but I’m going with my gut here. Diagnosis: A slight risk but a good ceiling. Admittedly a gut feeling pick.

DeMarre Carroll (at ORL – $5,100): Needs 23.4 fantasy points. Carroll has been over 30 fantasy points in his last two games. He’s been good more often than not for the Nets this season and I love his game overall. This should be a high scoring affair and Carroll does a bit of everything, even when he’s not always getting buckets. He averaged 34.8 fantasy points in four games against the Magic last season if you’re looking for some confidence. Diagnosis: Proven matchup and a high ceiling.