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Guards
Gabe Vincent FD - $4600 DK - $3900
Opponent - DAL
Proj Pts FD - 16.49 DK - 17.85
Tyler Herro FD - $7100 DK - $6400
Opponent - DAL
Proj Pts FD - 34.08 DK - 38.47
The silly NBA schedule down the stretch has left us with just two games on Saturday making lineup construction a bit challenging early in the day. Luka and Kyrie are going to be tough to fit in at their prices so I will start with the Miami guards who actually get the better matchup in this game as the Mavs are 22nd in defensive efficiency. Herro is my main target here as he plays heavy minutes, gets the majority of the usage and has been consistent lately averaging 34 fantasy points over his last 11 games. For a little more salary relief, we can also consider Gabe Vincent who is coming off one of his best games of the season with 34 fantasy points. He was definitely running hot shooting 8 of 11 but on this slat I don't think we can ignore the value for a player who is likely going to see double-digit attempts again.
Small Forward
Brandon Ingram FD - $9700 DK - $9500
Opponent - LAC
Proj Pts FD - 43.51 DK - 47.29
Trey Murphy III FD - $6400 DK - $6000
Opponent - LAC
Proj Pts FD - 28.72 DK - 30.52
We can't be overly picky with our matchups tonight with just two games and while the Clippers are a top-half team in terms of overall defense, they have not been nearly as good on the road. Enter Brandon Ingram who has been on a tear over the last two weeks(9 games) averaging 28.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 8 assists for just over 50 fantasy points a game. That balance and fantasy value across multiple categories gives him a high floor and us some much-needed safety on this slate. Consistency is something his teammate, Trey Murphy, has shown recently as well shooting 50% from the field in March while averaging over 31 fantasy points a game. He is very shooting dependant which makes it risky but on this slate, we are going to have to take some chances.
Power Forward/Center
Kawhi Leonard FD - $10000 DK - $10000
Opponent - NO
Proj Pts FD - 42.69 DK - 44.83
Kawhi started last night with all the injuries to the Clippers but was shut down at half to ensure he was fully rested for tonight's game. In normal circumstances, I would likely stay away from this situation but considering Paul George is already out and Eric Gordon is highly questionable, I am ready to commit. the good news is that Kawhi contributes across the board and with no George in the lineup sees a nice usage increase and becomes a near 1.3 fantasy points per minute player.
Jonas Valanciunas FD - $7800 DK - $7600
Opponent - LAC
Proj Pts FD - 33.7 DK - 37.06
Big Val has become a staple in my articles lately and for good reason, as he is on a heater and is somehow still priced under $8K on both sites. He comes into tonight having tallied a double-double in seven of his last eight games while averaging 16.9 points and 14.8 rebounds which has returned over 42 fantasy points a game. While the Clippers are mid-range in terms of overall defensive efficiency, they have struggled against centers allowing the 3rd most fantasy points to the position on the season. Fire up Big Val in all formats and ride the hot streak.
