NBA DFS: Studs, scrubs, and duds on DraftKings and FanDuel Jan. 23

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Scrubs

Jordan McRae (at CLE – $5,500 on DK; $5,000 on FD): McRae continues to play rather steady basketball and this is an easy matchup against the Cavaliers. There’s some good value on the Wizards though the back to back and going to overtime is a tad concerning. I would be more concerned if this was a tougher matchup but given that it’s the Cavaliers, he’s still an easy pick.

Caris LeVert (vs LAL – $4,900 on DK; $4,600 on FD): If Kyrie is out then that opens things up once again for the Nets. LeVert is a solid option and the Lakers being on a back to back should be helpful for the Nets. He is inconsistent and if Kyrie ends up playing then you are best to avoid him.

Maxi Kleber (at POR – $4,900 on DK; $4,800 on FD): The loss of Powell and Porzingis being a bit restricted is going to open up more opportunities for Kleber. He’s at a great salary given what his minutes and opportunities should be and there’s plenty of value on this Mavericks team given the matchup.

Tim Hardaway Jr (at POR – $ 4,700on DK; $5,500 on FD): Look, more value on the Mavericks. The return of Porzingis does limit Hardaway a bit but he’s still one of their better perimeter options and the Mavericks offense should have no issue against the weak defense of the Blazers. He’s another player at a great salary who won’t hurt you and has a high ceiling.