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DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy basketball lineup – May 30, 2019

By Jeremy Lambert

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - MAY 14: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts to a shot during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers in game one of the NBA Western Conference Finals at ORACLE Arena on May 14, 2019 in Oakland, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - MAY 14: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts to a shot during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers in game one of the NBA Western Conference Finals at ORACLE Arena on May 14, 2019 in Oakland, California. 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /
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TORONTO, ON – MAY 03: Fred VanVleet #23 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball in the first half of Game Two of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2018 NBA Playoffs at Air Canada Centre on May 3, 2018 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 – MAY 03: Fred VanVleet #23 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball in the first half of Game Two of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2018 NBA Playoffs at Air Canada Centre on May 3, 2018 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) /

High Value Guards

Players costing under $8,333

Fred VanVleet (vs GS – $5,400): Needs 23.1 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 19 fantasy points against Milwaukee. VanVleet will be counted on to carry over his ECF performance into the Finals. He’s been more bad than good this season so there should be a reason for concern. But he’s at a decent enough salary and will get the minutes and opportunities, at least early. Diagnosis: Fairly reliable with a good ceiling.

Shaun Livingston (at TOR – $2,400): Needs 10.3 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 14.75 fantasy points against Portland. Livingston will continue to get minutes in Durant’s absence and he’s at a good enough salary to where he’s not going to hurt you. He’ll chip in with a couple of points and find numbers in other areas if you’re looking for a low-cost option with a high-cost captain. Diagnosis: Reliable with a decent ceiling.

Danny Green (vs GS – $3,200): Needs 14 fantasy points. LAST GAME – 8 fantasy points against Milwaukee. Green was unplayable by the time the Milwaukee series ended. But he’s going to get a fresh look against the Warriors and they will certainly need his defense. Of course, he’ll need to hit shots if he wants to remain on the floor. He averaged 29.6 fantasy points in two regular season games against the Warriors if you’re looking for some confidence. Diagnosis: Fairly reliable with a good ceiling.