NBA DFS: Studs, scrubs and duds December 15

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Scrubs

Alec Burks (vs SAC – $6,100 on DK; $6,200 on FD): Someone has to get numbers for the Warriors and Burks has filled the role nicely this season. Whether he’s starting or coming off the bench, he’s going to get opportunities. And with Paschall and Draymond out, it’s up to him and Russell to carry as much of the scoring load as possible. The Kings have been better, but they still give up plenty of points.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (at ATL – $3,700 on DK; $4,000 on FD): KCP has been good enough to at least get you value in recent outings, which is good. I like him to be over that mark in this game, as long as LeBron doesn’t play. He’ll get more scoring opportunities and we know he’ll always be looking for his own shot. I also like Rajon Rondo, assuming he plays, because he’ll have the ball in his hands more and running the offense. There will be some good value on the Lakers if LeBron doesn’t play.

Harrison Barnes (at GS – $5,600 on DK; $5,900 on FD): Aside from a blunder against OKC, Barnes has been good in his last handful of games. And he has an easy matchup against the Warriors on Sunday. He should get his scoring numbers without an issue in this one and he’ll chip in with a few assists and rebounds. If nothing else, he’ll get you value, but expect plenty more given the matchup.

Willie Cauley-Stein (vs SAC – $4,400 on DK; $5,100 on FD): It’s a revenge game for WCS and I love a good revenge game. He’s been playing right around value in limited minutes. Because of the matchup and the Warriors need for anything, I’m thinking he gets a little extra run and has a little extra motivation in this one.