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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – May 21, 2019

By Jeremy Lambert

TORONTO, ON - JANUARY 31: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball during the second half of an NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on January 31, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
TORONTO, ON - JANUARY 31: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball during the second half of an NBA game against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on January 31, 2019 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images) /
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MILWAUKEE, WI – APRIL 14: Brook Lopez #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks smiles against the Detroit Pistons during Game One of Round One of the 2019 NBA Playoffs on April 14, 2019 at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images) /

High Value Forwards/Centers

Players costing over $8,333

Nikola Mirotic (at TOR – $4,600): Needs 20.9 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 22.25 fantasy points against Toronto. Mirotic continues to be a consistent option for the Bucks. He hasn’t flashed a high ceiling as of yet, but it still looms if he can get it going from the field. Even if he can’t, he’s doing enough to where he’ll get you what you need and at a good price. He’s a solid low-cost captain pick if you’re looking to spend less and get reliable production. Diagnosis: Very reliable with a decent ceiling.

Marc Gasol (vs MIL – $7,000): Needs 31.4 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 55.5 fantasy points against Toronto. Okay, maybe Gasol can play in this series. He was a beast in Game 3 and that’s encouraging. But was he a beast because he finally hit some 3’s and can he do it again? That’s the real question. He’s been consistent throughout the playoffs so I will give him the benefit of the doubt. But if you want to save money, Brook Lopez is a strong option. Diagnosis: Reliable with a high ceiling.

Norman Powell (vs MIL – $3,400): Needs 15.1 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 31 fantasy points against Milwaukee. This is Norman Powell’s world now, we’re just living in it. He’s been good in the last two games and is a great salary for the production that he’s giving you right now. Can he keep it going? It’s Diagnosis: Very reliable with a decent ceiling.