Tastefully curated M-F by LineStar fantasy experts.

As usual during this time of the season, be sure to look for last minute news regarding players getting rested.

Guards

Jrue Holiday, NO [vs IND] (DK: $7.9k, FD: $9k)

Jrue had a nice little rest last night but will be ready to get back to work tonight. It's a tougher matchup but both teams are looking for this win tonight. The Pacers have gone from 8th against shooting guards over the last 20 days to 26th over the last 5 days, which coincides with Collison's return and getting back up to speed. Jrue is getting a nice little discount and makes for a better play on DraftKings than Fanduel due to the large salary difference.

Eric Bledsoe, MIL [vs LAC] (DK: $7.4k, FD: $7.7k)

The Clippers have given up 3 games in a row of 120+ points as they battle (and lose) as they try desperately to win games. The Clippers are in must win territory and the Bucks are looking for another win to secure a playoff spot, so both teams will be playing tough tonight. The game has one of the highest points totals of the night at 226 points and a tight 4.5 point spread. The Clippers are ranked 21st against starting point guards and allowing big points as the underdog.

Darren Collison, IND [@NO] (DK: $5.5k, FD: $6.1k)

Both teams have a playoff spot and feel somewhat secure, but a win will go a long way for both teams here to help lock things up and take off any pressure before the playoffs. The Pacers started Collison last game and played well, they'll want to continue pushing him forward and getting him fully back into rhythm before the playoffs. He's got a good matchup tonight against the Pelicans who rank 20th against starting point guards.

Forwards

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson, BKN [vs CHA] (DK: $6.8k, FD: $7.3k)

The swap to the starting lineup has really boosted RHJ's usage and scoring over the last 3 games. Tonight's game is a high scoring one with 221.5 total points with a dead even spread. The Hornets need this win to stay alive in the playoff race (<1% chance) and the Nets are just out to crush hopes and dreams at this point. Keep an eye out for Dante Cunningham news, if he plays RHJ will likely see a few less minutes tonight.

Wilson Chandler, DEN [@CHI] (DK: $5.6k, FD: $6.1k)

Tournament only play, as Chandler is a roller coaster ride but he does have a very favorable matchup tonight versus the horrible Bulls. The game itself is slated with 222 total points, so there is certainly some options to choose from in this game. Gary Harris remains out, which has opened up usage across all of the Nuggets starters. If you're planning on a blowout, consider Trey Lyles who didn't see a minute last game and could see big minutes in a blowout tonight.

Paul Zipser, CHI [vs DEN] (DK: $3.4k, FD: $4k)

If you're looking for some salary relief tonight, you can take a flier on Zipser who draws one of the most favorable matchups of the day. The Nuggets are ranked dead last versus starting power forwards, allowing 38 fantasy points a game. He's close to minimum salary and has shown flashes of upside in the past, with the Bulls tanking there are decent odds someone like this can blow up. Keep an eye out on Lauri Markkanen news though, if he plays it'll derail Zipser's play tonight.

Centers

Nikola Jokic, DEN [@CHI] (DK: $9.6k, FD: $10.5k)

Denver is on the outside looking in for the playoffs and badly need a win tonight. Yes, it's against the tanking Bulls but their coach is no doubt hammering this point home, that they must win tonight. Jokic has huge upside and his salary is hard to stomach but the Bulls don't have anyone that can slow him down, he'll be all over the boards tonight.

Dwight Howard, CHA [@BKN] (DK: $8.4k, FD: $8.3k)

This 32 year old veteran is probably wondering how many more chances he has in the playoffs, and this is a must win game if they want to keep their playoff chances alive (1% chance...). Look for Howard to step up and ensure the Hornets come away with that 'W' tonight. The Nets are ranked dead last versus starting centers, allowing a massive 43 points a game.

DeAndre Jordan, LAC [@MIL] (DK: $7.6k, FD: $7.7k)

The Clippers have had a tough schedule losing 3 in a row and now have to play against another team looking to secure their playoff spot. Jordan has been playing hard and even on the 2nd half of this back to back is going to need to step on the gas. The probabilities say the Clippers have a 20% chance to make the playoffs, so getting a win tonight is required. He had a big game versus the Bucks late last season, and will no doubt be visualizing that heading into this game.

Injuries 🤕

NEW INJURIES (1-2 games)

• PROB: (MEM, C) Marc Gasol ($7.5k) [Upgrades: Deyonta Davis + Ivan Rabb]

• DOUBT: (CHA, SG/SF) Nicolas Batum ($7.4k) [Upgrades: Jeremy Lamb + Dwayne Bacon]

• PROB: (MEM, PG/SG) Andrew Harrison ($5.1k) [Upgrades: Mario Chalmers + Wayne Selden Jr.]

• PROB: (NY, PG) Emmanuel Mudiay ($4.4k) [Upgrades: Trey Burke + Frank Ntilikina]

• OUT: (CLE, SG/SF) Kyle Korver ($4.1k) [Upgrades: Jordan Clarkson + George Hill + J.R. Smith]

• GTD: (MEM, PF/C) Ivan Rabb ($3.5k) [Upgrades: JaMychal Green + Jarell Martin]

• GTD: (NY, SF/PF) Lance Thomas ($3.0k) [Upgrades: Michael Beasley + Luke Kornet]

ONGOING INJURIES (3-6 games)

• OUT: (MIA, C) Hassan Whiteside ($7.2k) [Upgrades: Kelly Olynyk + James Johnson + Bam Adebayo]

• OUT: (CHI, PG/SG) Kris Dunn ($6.5k) [Upgrades: Cameron Payne + Antonio Blakeney]

• OUT: (DEN, SG) Gary Harris ($6.0k) [Upgrades: Will Barton + Devin Harris]

• GTD: (CHI, PG/SG) Zach LaVine ($6.0k) [Upgrades: Cameron Payne + Antonio Blakeney]

• OUT: (CLE, PF/C) Larry Nance Jr. ($5.6k) [Upgrades: Kevin Love + Jeff Green]

• GTD: (CHI, PF) Lauri Markkanen ($5.5k) [Upgrades: Bobby Portis]

• OUT: (MIA, PG/SG) Dwyane Wade ($5.0k) [Upgrades: Tyler Johnson + Wayne Ellington]

• OUT: (IND, PF/C) Domantas Sabonis ($4.5k) [Upgrades: Thaddeus Young + Al Jefferson]

• GTD: (CLE, SG/SF) Rodney Hood ($4.4k) [Upgrades: George Hill + J.R. Smith]

• GTD: (TOR, PG/SG) Fred VanVleet ($4.4k) [Upgrades: Delon Wright]

• GTD: (CLE, PF/C) Tristan Thompson ($4.0k) [Upgrades: Jeff Green]

• GTD: (BKN, PF/C) Dante Cunningham ($3.7k) [Upgrades: Rondae Hollis-Jefferson]

• GTD: (CHA, C) Cody Zeller ($3.4k) [Upgrades: Frank Kaminsky]

• GTD: (CHI, C) Robin Lopez ($3.4k) [Upgrades: Noah Vonleh + Cristiano Felicio]

• OUT: (MIL, C) Tyler Zeller ($3.2k) [Upgrades: John Henson + Thon Maker]

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