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

By Jeremy Lambert

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 30: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic goes up for a dunk during the game against the New York Knicks on October 30, 2019 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)
ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 30: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic goes up for a dunk during the game against the New York Knicks on October 30, 2019 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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FOSHAN, CHINA – SEPTEMBER 02: #15 Nikola Jokic of the Serbia National Team looks on during the match against the Philippines National Team during the 1st round of 2019 FIBA World Cup at GBA International Sports and Cultural Center on September 02, 2019 in Foshan, China. (Photo by Zhong Zhi/Getty Images) /

Duds

Nikola Jokcic (vs. MIA – $9,400 on DK; $9,200 on FD): Jokic just isn’t giving you enough bang for your buck right now. And it’s going to be tough sledding against a team as good defensively as Miami. He’ll turn it around at some point, but until he does it, it’s tough to trust him to get it going, especially at this price.

Nikola Vucevic (at OKC – $8,400 on DK; $8,600 on FD): The things just written about Jokic also apply to Vucevic. He has big game potential, but it’s not happening for him right now. And the Thunder are one of the better defensive teams in the league. The rebounds could be there for him, which would certainly help, but there’s better value below him.

DeMar DeRozan (at ATL – $7,500 on DK; $7,600 on FD): DeRozan has been consistent, but consistent hasn’t been good enough at this price. His scoring isn’t there right now and while it’s possible he turns it around against the Hawks and their average defense, the price is just too high for what he is giving you. That said, he shouldn’t hurt you too bad if you decide to take him.

Zach LaVine (vs. LAL – $7,300 on DK; $7,400 on FD): LaVine has been underperforming in recent games and a matchup against the Lakers and their stout defense likely isn’t a recipe for success. It’s possible he raises his game as he goes up against LeBron and Davis, but it’s a tough ask given the team around him.

Chris Paul (vs ORL – $6,600 on DK; $7,500 on FD): Paul has been consistent, and even though the price has dropped, you need a little bit more out of him. This is a tough matchup when Orlando’s defense and Paul has looked more passive this season as he knows he’s not long for OKC and is giving way to the likes for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.