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NBA DFS: Studs, Scrubs, & Duds — Nov. 2

By Jeremy Lambert

PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 18: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards calls out to his team against the Philadelphia 76ers during the preseason game at the Wells Fargo Center on October 18, 2019 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.(Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 18: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards calls out to his team against the Philadelphia 76ers during the preseason game at the Wells Fargo Center on October 18, 2019 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.(Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) /
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MILWAUKEE, WI – MAY 15: Brook Lopez #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks handles the ball against the Toronto Raptors during Game One of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2019 NBA Playoffs on May 15, 2019 at the Fiserv Forum Center 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). /

Scrubs

Devonte’ Graham (at GS – $5,800 on DK; $5,900 on FD): I’m taking anyone against the Warriors defense right now. And with the Warriors on a back-to-back, that’s even more reason to load up on Hornets players. Graham has been at value or better in every game this season and should be in for another big night against the Warriors.

Aron Baynes (at MEM – $5,000 on DK; $5,800 on FD): Baynes has been more good than bad since taking over the starting role for Ayton. Memphis will be a tough matchup down low with Valanciunas and Jackson, but the Suns are playing well and Baynes plays his role well. He’s at a great salary on DK. I think he and Valanciunas work each other this game, leading to big nights for both.

Jonathan Isaac (vs DEN – $5,600 on DK; $6,700 on FD): It was a rough night for just about everyone on the Magic but Isaac continues to play well and is at a great salary on DK. FD, not so much. I don’t know what’s going on in Denver right now but it isn’t great. The back-to-back hurts Orlando a bit, but at least they didn’t have to travel. Isaac is a safe bet who can play above his level.

Brook Lopez (vs. TOR – $5,300 on DK; $5,600 on FD): Lopez can be hit-and-miss and he was a non-factor in Friday’s blowout victory. But he’ll be more needed in this game and I fully expect him to deliver. The Raptors will have trouble with Lopez due to Gasol being not as mobile as he used to be.

Jonas Valanciunas (vs. PHO – $6,500 on DK; $6,000 on FD): As mentioned above, I like both Valanciuas and Baynes in the game. And he’s at a very good salary on FD if you’re looking to save a little at the center position. He was dominant against the Suns last season, although that was a different Suns team. Still, Valanciunas will be a handful.