Overview
- Nikola Jokic is the slate’s clear priority spend-up at $12,900 on DraftKings and $12,800 on FanDuel, with analysts projecting another 60-plus fantasy-point ceiling.
- Jamal Murray is the recommended cash-game partner for Jokic, benefiting from a pace-up spot versus Sacramento and a recent nine-game run without dropping below 30 fantasy points.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo’s calf absence boosts Milwaukee targets, with SportsLine’s Mike McClure spotlighting Kevin Porter Jr. as a top play following strong scoring and efficiency since returning.
- Value hunting centers on Malik Monk as a potential starting two-guard option to monitor for Sacramento and Neemias Queta as a low-cost Boston center returning consistent 5x-type value.
- Additional core options flagged include Jaylen Brown, who has posted consecutive 50-plus fantasy-point outings, and Deni Avdija, who is logging heavy minutes with elevated usage for Portland.