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NBA DFS: Studs, scrubs, and duds on DK and FD January 18

By Jeremy Lambert

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images)
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the game (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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Markelle Fultz (at GS – $6,200 on DK; $5,400 on FD): Fultz continues to play outstanding. And with Augustin unfortunately injured, it means Fultz will get more opportunities as the lead option. It’s a great matchup against the weak Warriors and he’s a guy who can do a bit of everything.

Dwight Howard (at HOU – $5,500 on DK; $5,600 on FD): The Rockets are very good against the position but they’ve slipped as a team in recent outings. Howard is playing his best basketball in years and is a double double threat with every outing. If Davis is out again then Howard is an easy play. But Davis is in, then the salary might be a tad too high.

Joe Ingles (vs SAC – $5,500 on DK; $5,600 on FD): Ingles is a consistent option and this is a game where the offense should be up, possibly for both teams. Ingles is not going to hurt you and there’s nothing wrong with some guaranteed value on a heavy night of action. The higher ceiling helps him as well.

Marc Gasol (at MIN – $5,100 on DK; $5,000 on FD): Gasol is back for the Raptors and already playing up to his regular form. He’s at a great salary as well given his role in the team. This is an easy matchup with the Timberwolves lack of overall defense and interior presence.

Sekou Doumbouya (at ATL – $5,000 on DK; $4,800 on FD): This is Sekou’s league and we’re just watching it. The offense should be up in this game given the state of both teams. And the Pistons are clearly trying to let give Sekou as many opportunities as possible as this season is all about building towards the future.