NBA DFS: Studs, scrubs, and duds For November 5

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Scrubs

TJ Warren (at CHA – $6,000 on DK; $6,500 on FD): Aside from a poor performance against the Cavaliers, Warren has been strong over the last week. His salary has climbed but with the injuries to the Pacers, guys have to step up and Warren is someone who can chip in with his scoring. He does become a risk because he is reliant on his scoring, but the matchup is a good one against the Hornets.

Rudy Gay (at ATL – $5,200 on DK; $4,900 on FD): Gay can be inconsistent but I like the matchup against the Hawks. The Hawks defense is good, but Gay has some sweet spots on the floor and will be able to take advantage on the glass and against the Hawks second unit. If nothing else, he’s a reliable option.

Bryn Forbes (at ATL – $4,400 on DK; $4,300 on FD): I typically hate naming two players from the same team but Forbes is a little too good to pass up at this salary. He’s a consistent player who gets plenty of minutes who remains at a salary too low given his play. This should be another easy outing for Forbes.

Meyers Leonard (at DEN – $4,500 on DK; $5,400 on FD): Leonard has played great in the last two games and while the shoe could drop, I like the matchup against Denver given their frontcourt players. Leonard will get his typical minutes and then some, possibly flirting with a double-double.

Danny Green (at CHI – $3,900 on DK; $4,300 on FD): Green hasn’t been as good as he was on opening night, but this feels like his one of his big games, especially if Avery Bradley doesn’t end up playing. He’s a slight risk because he may not deliver, but he’s also not going to hurt you much at this salary. It’s a gut feeling pick.