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FanDuel daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup — May 12, 2019

By Jeremy Lambert

PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 5: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors looks on during a game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Four of the Eastern Conference Semifinals on May 5, 2019 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 2019 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - MAY 5: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the Toronto Raptors looks on during a game against the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Four of the Eastern Conference Semifinals on May 5, 2019 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 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 2019 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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Nuggets, trail blazers, game 4
PORTLAND, OREGON – MAY 03: Gary Harris #14 of the Denver Nuggets looks to guard Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the second overtime of game three of the Western Conference Semifinals at Moda Center on May 03, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. The Blazers won 140-137 in 4 overtimes. 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 Steve Dykes/Getty Images) (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images) /

High Salary PG

Players costing over $6,667

Damian Lillard (at DEN – $9,400): Needs 38.4 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 41.1 fantasy points against Denver. Lillard had a great Game 6 but it didn’t translate to big DFS numbers because while his scoring was up, so were his turnovers. It’s Game 7 and Lillard is going to let loose with his scoring again. He’ll definitely get you value and if anyone is going to go off with a huge game, it’ll be Dame. Diagnosis: Very reliable with a high ceiling.

Jamal Murray (vs POR – $8,500): Needs 34.7 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 46.5 fantasy points against Portland. But I actually like Murray more than Lillard. He’s at a better price, he’s been giving you similar production and he’s at home. He’s the more cost-effective option on Sunday. Lillard has the higher ceiling because he’s the better player. But Murray has the better price. Diagnosis: Very reliable with a high ceiling.

Ben Simmons (at TOR – $7,700): Needs 31.5 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 39.6 fantasy points against Toronto. Simmons finally showed up in this series but don’t put too much stock into it. One good game doesn’t erase five bad ones, especially with the Sixers back in Toronto. The ceiling is good but this is still a poor matchup for him. Diagnosis: Fairly reliable with a good ceiling.

Kyle Lowry (vs PHI – $7,100): Needs 29 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 30 fantasy points against Philadelphia. If you’re looking for a cheaper option, Seth Curry should be the only value option you look for. It’s a high salary night at point guard. You know what you’re getting from Lowry on most nights. He’s been consistent and maybe he comes alive for Game 7, but I wouldn’t trust a huge outing from playoff Lowry. Value should be expected. Diagnosis: Very reliable with a decent ceiling.