NY Knicks Betting Preview

The NY Knicks lost to the Celtics, Pistons, and Cavs. The Knicks have the third seed in the East locked up and will play the Pistons in the first round.

The NY Knicks are averaging 115.8 points on 48.6 percent shooting and allowing 111.8 points on 47.4 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26 points and 2.9 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 24.4 points and 3.1 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer, and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.8 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 36.9 percent from beyond the arc and 79.9 percent from the free-throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 36.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.7 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets recently lost to the Hawks and Timberwolves. The Nets have lost four of their last five games and miss the playoffs in back-to-back seasons.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.1 points on 43.6 percent shooting and allowing 112.2 points on 48.1 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.8 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 78.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.3 rebounds per game.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The home team has won four of the last five games between the Knicks and Nets.
• The Knicks have lost four of their last five games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Nets have covered the spread in each of their last five games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
• The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Nets teams that held a losing record.

Why the New York Knicks will win

• The Knicks have won each of their last 18 games against Atlantic Division opponents that held a losing record.
• The Nets have lost each of their last 11 day games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven day games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Knicks have covered the spread in each of their last six games against teams that held a losing record.

Nets vs Knicks Injury Report

The Nets will be Cam Thomas, D’Angelo Russell, Keon Johnson, Noah Clowney, Cameron Johnson, and Day’Ron Sharpe.

The Knicks will be without Ariel Hukporti and Karl-Anthony Towns.

Nets vs Knicks Prediction

The Knicks have won nine straight games against the Nets, not losing to their in-state rival since January 2023. The Knicks are likely going to sit all of their key players with their playoff matchup locked up. That’s why I lean the Nets and whatever I can get. The Nets roster is going to be the same for the most part, as they’ve been in tank mode for months.

Breaking in end of the bench players is going to be an adjustment for the Knicks. Also, while the Nets don’t win much, they’re a profitable 42-38-1 ATS on the season. There’s only 12 teams with a cover percentage above 50 percent, and the Nets are one of them. Give me the Nets and whatever the line is.

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Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets have been in a real slump as they’ve lost nine of their last 12 games overall, and they will be hoping to bounce back here after getting trounced by the Hawks in a 133-109 home defeat last night. Jalen Wilson led the team with 20 points on six of 10 shooting, Tosan Evbuomwan added 18 points, and Tyson Etienne chipped in with 16 points. As a team, the Nets shot just 40 percent from the field and 22 of 52 from the 3-point line as they struggled to match the intensity of the Hawks from the start. They were never really in the contest after falling behind by 24 points going into halftime. Keon Johnson was the only starter to finish in double figures in scoring, as he scored just 10 points while committing six turnovers.

Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

Meanwhile, the Minnesota Timberwolves have been in great form as they’ve reeled off six wins from their last seven games overall. They will be eager to keep it going after blowing past the Grizzlies in a 141-125 road win last night. Anthony Edwards led the team with 44 points on 13 of 19 shooting, Julius Randle added 31 points with 10 rebounds and five assists, while Naz Reid chipped in with 14 points off the bench. As a team, the Timberwolves shot a healthy 55 percent from the field and 20 of 44 from the 3-point line as they struggled to get going and allowed 41 points in the second quarter to trail going into halftime. Before they caught fire with a season-high 52 points in the third quarter to take a 23-point lead and win comfortably in the end.

Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win

• The Nets have lost each of their last seven night games against teams that held a winning record.
• The Timberwolves have won each of their last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight night games at Target Center.
• The Timberwolves have covered the spread in each of their last five home games against Nets teams that held a losing record.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The road team has won eight of the Nets’ last nine games.
• The Timberwolves have lost eight of their last 15 games as home favorites against Atlantic Division opponents following a win.
• The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in each of their last 14 Friday games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
• The road team has covered the spread in 11 of the Nets’ last 12 games.

Timberwolves vs Nets Prediction

The Nets are still missing D’Angelo Russell, Cam Thomas, and Cameron Johnson, while the Timberwolves are coming in with a full squad once again. The Nets have nothing to play for at this stage of the season. They rested all their best players and just got smashed by the Hawks last night. In contrast, the Timberwolves come into this meeting as one of the form teams over the past two weeks, and they just put on 141 points in a big win over the Grizzlies. The line was always going to be hefty for this one, but I think the Timberwolves will jump out to an early lead and pile on the points to win this one comfortably at home.

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Before we dive into the Atlanta Hawks vs. Brooklyn Nets game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tonight’s Atlanta Hawks vs. Brooklyn Nets matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Trae Young, Point Guard, Atlanta Hawks $11,600

Atlanta point guard Trae Young has been the floor general that the Atlanta Hawks have needed to win games this season. With that said, let’s review the veteran point guard’s relevant player data from this season to better shed light on my previous statement.

In the 74 games that point guard Trae Young has played for the Atlanta Hawks in the 2024 NBA regular season, Young has averaged a rather impressive 24.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, 11.6 assists 1.2 steals and 0.2 blocks a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 74 games that Trae Young has played for the Hawks this season, Young has compiled a 41% field goal percentage, a 33.7% three-point percentage and an 87.6% free throw percentage.

Last week, in the Atlanta Hawks convincing 147-134 win over the Utah Jazz, Atlanta point guard Trae Young tallied 23 points, five rebounds, 15 assists, one steal and one block. It has to be said, those are the type of DFS numbers that I need to see from a player that I select at the captain position.

It should be noted that the Atlanta Hawks have listed point guard Trae Young as questionable for this evening’s game. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my view, Trae Young is the player most likely to score the highest Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. Having stated that, I am rolling with talented Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA DFS Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Dyson Daniels, Guard, Atlanta Hawks $9,400

In addition to point guard Trae Young, guard Dyson Daniels has been a key contributor to the Atlanta Hawks overall success on the basketball court this season. How has the veteran guard played from a statistical standpoint?

In the 74 games that guard Dyson Daniels has played for the Atlanta Hawks in the 2024 NBA regular season, Daniels has averaged a respectable 14.3 points, 5.8 rebounds, 4.3 assists, three steals and 0.7 blocks a contest.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this evening’s NBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Nic Claxton, Center (Brooklyn Nets) $7,600: Keon Johnson, Guard (Brooklyn Nets) $7,400.

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Atlanta Hawks Betting Preview

The Atlanta Hawks lost to the Magic, beat the Jazz, and then play the 76ers and Magic next. The Hawks have lost six of their last eight games and are the eighth seed in the East.

The Atlanta Hawks are averaging 117.9 points on 47 percent shooting and allowing 119.8 points on 48.3 percent shooting. Trae Young is averaging 24.1 points and 3.1 rebounds, while Dyson Daniels is averaging 14.3 points and 5.8 rebounds. Onyeka Okongwu is the third double-digit scorer, and Zaccharie Risacher is grabbing 3.3 rebounds. The Atlanta Hawks are shooting 35.6 percent from beyond the arc and 77.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Hawks are allowing 37.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.3 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Raptors, beat the Pelicans, and they play the Timberwolves and Knicks next. The Nets have lost 11 of their last 15 games.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.2 points on 43.8 percent shooting and allowing 111.9 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.8 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 79 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.3 rebounds per game.

Nets vs Hawks Injury Report

The Nets will be Cam Thomas, D’Angelo Russell, Keon Johnson, Noah Clowney, Cameron Johnson, and Day’Ron Sharpe.

The Hawks won’t have Jacob Toppin, Clint Capela, Larry Nance Jr., Jalen Johnson, and Kobe Bufkin.

Nets vs Hawks Prediction

The Nets have been in tank mode for months, and the Hawks need to win to stay as the eighth seed in the East. So, you can understand why this line is what it is. However, the Hawks aren’t a team I’m excited to back in the massive favorite role. The Hawks are an inconsistent team that’s also 38-40-1 ATS in the season. The Nets have won seven of the last 10 games against the Hawks and have covered each of the last eight games. This will be just the third time this season the Hawks are a double-digit favorite. I’m just not buying it. It’s the Nets or pass for me on Thursday.

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New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans lost to the Bucks and Lakers, and they play the Bucks, Heat, and Thunder next. The Pelicans have lost 13 of their last 17 games.

The New Orleans Pelicans are averaging 110 points on 45.4 percent shooting and allowing 118.7 points on 48.2 percent shooting. Zion Williamson is averaging 24.6 points and 7.2 rebounds, while CJ McCollum is averaging 20.8 points and 3.8 rebounds. Trey Murphy III is the third double-digit scorer, and Brandon Boston is grabbing 3.2 rebounds. The New Orleans Pelicans are shooting 34.9 percent from beyond the arc and 75.4 percent from the free-throw line. The New Orleans Pelicans are allowing 36.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.5 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Timberwolves and Raptors, and they play the Hawks, Timberwolves, and Knicks next. The Nets have lost 11 of their last 14 games.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.1 points on 43.7 percent shooting and allowing 111.9 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.8 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 78.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.3 rebounds per game.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The Nets have won each of their last nine games against Pelicans teams that held a losing record.
• The Pelicans have lost seven of their last eight road games.
• The Nets have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games against Pelicans teams that held a losing record.
• The Pelicans have failed to cover the spread in each of their last three road games against teams that held a losing record.

Why the New Orleans Pelicans will win

• The road team has won each of the Nets’ last seven games.
• The Nets have lost each of their last three games as favorites.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the Nets’ last 10 games.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games at Barclays Center.

Nets vs Pelicans Injury Report

The Nets will be Cam Thomas, D’Angelo Russell, Keon Johnson, Noah Clowney, Cameron Johnson, and Day’Ron Sharpe.

The Pelicans will be without Dejounte Murray, Trey Murphy III, Herbert Jones, Zion Williamson, Jordan Hawkins, CJ McCollum, and Brandon Boston. Jose Alvarado and Kelly Olynyk are questionable.

Nets vs Pelicans Prediction

I’m not a fan of laying points with teams that have nothing to play for at this stage of the NBA season. Injury reports are getting larger, and wins at this point hurt losing teams more than help in terms of draft stock. However, the Nets are at home, and they’re playing a Pelicans team that has just seven road wins. The Pelicans have nearly their entire roster on the injury report, and the Nets are a profitable 41-36-1 ATS on the season. I’ll lay the bucket with the Nets if forced to get involved in this contest.

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Toronto Raptors Betting Preview

The Toronto Raptors lost to the Pistons and Trail Blazers, and they play the Hornets, Mavs, and Spurs next. The Raptors have lost seven of their last 11 games.

The Toronto Raptors are averaging 110.8 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 115.3 points on 46.5 percent shooting. RJ Barrett is averaging 21.5 points and 6.4 rebounds, while Scottie Barnes is averaging 19.3 points and 7.8 rebounds. Immanuel Quickley is the third double-digit scorer, and Gradey Dick is dishing 1.8 assists. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 75.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.1 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets beat the Mavs, lost to the Timberwolves, and they play the Pelicans, Hawks, and Timberwolves next. The Nets have lost 10 of their last 13 games.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.2 points on 43.7 percent shooting and allowing 111.8 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.8 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 78.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.4 rebounds per game.

Nets vs Raptors Injury Report

The Nets will be Cam Thomas, Noah Clowney, and Day’Ron Sharpe. Cameron Johnson is questionable with a back injury.

The Raptors will be without Ulrich Chomche, Brandon Ingram, Immanuel Quickley, Gradey Dick, and Jakob Poeltl.

Nets vs Raptors Prediction

Neither the Nets nor Raptors have anything to play for and shouldn’t even be trying to win at this stage of the season. However, it’s the Raptors that have played with more competitive spirit and have had more success lately. The Raptors are also 46-31-1 ATS on the season, making them a top-three cover team in the NBA. The Raptors have also beat the Nets twice under the 2025 calendar, and those wins came by a combined 47 points. Not the sexiest matchup in the world, but the Raptors should win given how they continue to play hard.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Pistons and Nuggets, and they play the 76ers, Bucks, and Grizzlies next. The Timberwolves have won three straight games and are currently in the seventh seed in the West.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are averaging 114.2 points on 46.6 percent shooting and allowing 109.6 points on 46.1 percent shooting. Anthony Edwards is averaging 27.3 points and 5.8 rebounds, while Julius Randle is averaging 18.9 points and 4.7 assists. Naz Reid is the third double-digit scorer, and Jaden McDaniels is grabbing 5.9 rebounds. The Minnesota Timberwolves are shooting 38 percent from beyond the arc and 79.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Minnesota Timberwolves are allowing 35.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.2 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets beat the Wizards and Mavs, and they play the Raptors, Pelicans, and Hawks next. The Nets look to win three straight games for the first time since February 7-12.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.2 points on 43.7 percent shooting and allowing 111.8 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.8 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 78.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.4 rebounds per game.

Nets vs Timberwolves Injury Report

The Nets will be Cam Thomas, Noah Clowney, and Day’Ron Sharpe. Cameron Johnson is questionable with a back injury.

Terrence Shannon Jr. is out for the Timberwolves with a groin injury.

Nets vs Timberwolves Prediction

The Minnesota Timberwolves have the ability to blow the doors off in this matchup, but they’ve also lacked effort at times this season and play with their food a bit too much. The Timberwolves have failed to cover 10 of their last 16 games as a double-digit favorite. The Nets are awful, but they’re coming off two nice wins and covers, and they’re a profitable 41-34-1 ATS in the season.

The Nets have quietly covered seven of their last 10 games. The underdog has covered six of the last 10 games between the Timberwolves and Nets. This is a game where the Timberwolves could come out with a lackluster effort and do just enough to win, as this just isn’t an inspiring matchup. It’s Nets and the points or pass for me.

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Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview

Mavericks vs Nets Prediction

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Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Clippers and Raptors, and they play the Mavs, Timberwolves, and Raptors next. The Nets have lost 16 of their last 18 games.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.3 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 111.5 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.9 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.2 rebounds per game.

Washington Wizards Betting Preview

The Washington Wizards lost to the Pacers, beat the 76ers, and they play the Heat, Kings, and Magic next. The Wizards have lost eight of their last 11 games and have the worst record in the NBA.

The Washington Wizards are averaging 108.8 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 121 points on 47.3 percent shooting. Jordan Poole is averaging 20.4 points and 3.1 rebounds, while Malcolm Brogdon is averaging 12.7 points and 4.1 assists. Bilal Coulibaly is the third double-digit scorer, and Alex Sarr is grabbing 6.7 rebounds. The Washington Wizards are shooting 33.7 percent from beyond the arc and 77.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Washington Wizards are allowing 36.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44 rebounds per game.

Why the Washington Wizards will win

• The Nets have lost each of their last nine road games.
• The Wizards have won four of their last five games as home underdogs against the Nets following a loss.
• The Wizards have covered the spread in each of their last six games as home underdogs when playing with a rest advantage.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine road games against Wizards teams that held a losing record.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The Wizards have lost each of their last 10 home games against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back.
• The road team has won four of the Wizards’ last five games.
• The road team has covered the spread in each of the Nets’ last six games.
• The Wizards have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games at Capital One Arena.

Wizards vs Nets Injury Report

The Washington Wizards will be without Saddiq Bey, Kyshawn George, Bilal Coulibaly, Anthony Gill, Corey Kispert, Khris Middleton, and Malcolm Brogdon. Marcus Smart is questionable.

The Nets will be Cam Thomas and Day’Ron Sharpe. Ziaire Williams, Trendon Watford, and Noah Clowney are questionable.

Wizards vs Nets Prediction

This line makes no sense to me. Yes, the Wizards are awful and shouldn’t be favored against just about anybody, but they’re at home with the rest advantage. Also, the Nets played last night, and what in the hell have they done to be favored? On the road? After playing last night? The Nets have lost nine of their last 10 games. The Wizards beat the Nets twice in February. The underdog has covered four straight games between the Wizards and Nets. The Wizards have shown more life overall lately. Give me the free bucket with the Wizards.

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Before we dive into the Los Angels Clippers vs. Brooklyn Nets game let’s review the rules for the FanDuel single game showdown contest.

FanDuel Single Game Contest Rules

Here are the single game contest rules. You have $60,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team MVP. The MVP accumulates 2x times the standard FanDuel fantasy points value.

The remaining four players in your lineup will be the star, pro, and flex plays. The star player will receive 1.5x the standard fantasy points value. The pro player will accumulate 1.2x the standard fantasy points value.

The final two flex positions will receive the standard points value. Having stated that, it is important for you to identify the correct player for your MVP position if you hope to win a FanDuel single game contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game contest, I highly recommend that you check out the FanDuel website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my FanDuel picks for tonight’s Los Angeles Clippers vs. Brooklyn Nets matchup.

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks

MVP-James Harden, Point Guard, Los Angeles Clippers $15,500

Talented point guard James Harden has been a standout performer for the Los Angeles Clippers this season. With that said, how has the veteran point guard performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s take a look at Harden’s game data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 69 games that James Harden has played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Harden is averaging an impressive 44.6 FanDuel points a game.

Looking closer at the data just presented, in the 69 games that James Harden has played this season, Harden has compiled a 39.8% field goal percentage, a 35% three-point percentage and an 87.4% free throw percentage.

More recently, in the Los Angeles Clippers 123-88 win over the Charlotte Hornets two weeks ago, Los Angeles point guard James Harden certainly played at a high level. More specifically, James Harden amassed a robust 31 points, ten rebounds, seven assists and two steals in the Los Angeles Clippers victory over the Hornets.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the MVP position for a FanDuel NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups for this one game DFS contest.

In my view, James Harden is the most likely player to post the most FanDuel points in this NBA regular season game. With that said, I am rolling with Los Angeles Clippers point guard James Harden at the MVP position for this one game FanDuel NBA Showdown contest.

Star-Ivica Zubac, Center, Los Angeles Clippers $14,000

In addition to point guard James Harden, center Ivica Zubac been a key contributor to the Los Angeles Clippers success on the offensive side of the basketball this season.

In the last 70 games that center Ivica Zubac played for the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Zubac is averaging 16.4 points, 12.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.2 blocks, and 0.7 steals a game.

Additional flex plays I like to play well (FanDuel price noted): Nic Claxton, Center (Brooklyn Nets) $12,000: Kawhi Leonard, Forward (Los Angeles Clippers) $15,000.

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LA Clippers Betting Preview

The LA Clippers beat the Knicks, lost to the Thunder, and they play the Cavs, Magic, and Pelicans next. The Clippers have won nine of their last 11 games and are currently in the sixth seed in the West.

The LA Clippers are averaging 111.8 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 108.5 points on 45.9 percent shooting. Norman Powell is averaging 22.7 points and 3.4 rebounds, while James Harden is averaging 22.5 points and 5.8 rebounds. Kawhi Leonard is the third double-digit scorer, and Ivica Zubac is grabbing 12.5 rebounds. The LA Clippers are shooting 36.4 percent from beyond the arc and 79.4 percent from the free-throw line. The LA Clippers are allowing 35.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.8 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Mavs and Raptors, and they play the Wizards, Timberwolves, and Raptors next. The Nets have lost 15 of their last 17 games.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.3 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 111.5 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.9 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.2 rebounds per game.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The Nets have won each of their last seven home games on the first leg of a back-to-back after losing as favorites.
• The Clippers have lost four of their last five road games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.
• The Nets have covered the spread in each of their last seven games against teams that held a winning record.
• The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight road games following a win.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win

• The Clippers have won each of their last eight games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Nets have lost 10 of their last 11 home games against Pacific Division opponents that held a winning record.
• The Clippers have covered the spread in each of their last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last 10 home games following a home loss.

Nets vs Clippers Injury Report

The Nets will be Cam Thomas and Day’Ron Sharpe. Ziaire Williams, Trendon Watford, and Noah Clowney are questionable.

The Clippers will be without Jordan Miller and Seth Lundy.

Nets vs Clippers Prediction

The Clippers could make light work of the Nets and did back in January, where they won 126-67. The Clippers are quietly playing their best ball of the season, and they’re currently out of the play-in tournament, which is huge, given the age and health status of their key players. That potential rest is crucial.

However, this is a ton of points to throw out there, and this is a look ahead spot for the Clippers with the Cavs on deck. This will be just the seventh time this season where the Clippers are a double-digit favorite. Also, while the Nets aren’t winning games, they have covered seven of their last 10 games. That’s all I care about. Give me the Nets and the points.

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Toronto Raptors Betting Preview

The Toronto Raptors lost to the Spurs, beat the Wizards, and they play the Hornets, 76ers, and Bulls next. The Raptors have split their last 10 games and are six games out of a play-in spot.

The Toronto Raptors are averaging 110.4 points on 45.8 percent shooting and allowing 115.7 points on 46.5 percent shooting. RJ Barrett is averaging 21.4 points and 6.5 rebounds, while Scottie Barnes is averaging 19.6 points and 7.8 rebounds. Immanuel Quickley is the third double-digit scorer, and Gradey Dick is dishing 1.8 assists. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 75 percent from the free-throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 35.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Mavs and Pacers, and they play the Clippers, Wizards, and Timberwolves next. The Nets have lost 15 of their last 18 games and are eight games out of the play-in tournament.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.3 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 111.5 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.9 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.2 rebounds per game.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The Nets have won each of their last 10 games as favorites against the Raptors.
• The Raptors have lost 15 of their last 16 road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Nets have covered the spread in each of their last five games against Atlantic Division opponents.
• The Raptors have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six road games against Atlantic Division opponents following a win.

Why the Toronto Raptors will win

• The Raptors have won each of their last three games as underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Nets have lost nine of their last 10 games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Raptors have covered the spread in each of their last six road games following a win.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in six of their last seven games against teams that held a losing record.

Nets vs Raptors Injury Report

The Nets will be Cam Thomas, Day’Ron Sharpe, and Cameron Johnson.

The Raptors will be without Ulrich Chomche, Chris Boucher, Gradey Dick, Brandon Ingram, Ja’Kobe Walter, Jakob Poeltl, and Immanuel Quickley.

Nets vs Raptors Prediction

Another game where the line makes no sense. While the Raptors and Nets have nothing to play for, it’s Toronto that’s been the more competitive team over the last month or so and is having more success in the winning department. The Nets have lost eight of their last 10 games and have completely played themselves out of the play-in conversation.

The Raptors are also 43-28-1 ATS on the season, which makes them the third-best cover team in the NBA. The Raptors also smoked the Nets by 17 points on New Year’s Day. You have to be more confident in how the Raptors have played over the Nets, and it’s not particularly close. This feels like a trap, but I’m grabbing the bucket with the Raptors anyway. 

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Before we dive into the Dallas Mavericks vs. Brooklyn Nets game let’s review the rules for the FanDuel single game showdown contest.

FanDuel Single Game Contest Rules

Here are the single game contest rules. You have $60,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team MVP. The MVP accumulates 2x times the standard FanDuel fantasy points value.

The remaining four players in your lineup will be the star, pro, and flex plays. The star player will receive 1.5x the standard fantasy points value. The pro player will accumulate 1.2x the standard fantasy points value.

The final two flex positions will receive the standard points value. Having stated that, it is important for you to identify the correct player for your MVP position if you hope to win a FanDuel single game contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game contest, I highly recommend that you check out the FanDuel website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my FanDuel picks for this evening’s Dallas Mavericks vs. Brooklyn Nets matchup.

FanDuel NBA DFS Picks

Captain-P.J. Washington, Forward, Dallas Mavericks $14,500

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Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview

The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Pacers, beat the Pistons, and they play the Knicks, Magic, and Bulls next. The Mavs look to win back-to-back games for the first time since February 13-21.

The Dallas Mavericks are averaging 115 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 115.5 points on 46.8 percent shooting. Anthony Davis is averaging 26 points and 7 assists, while Kai Jones is averaging 21 points and 8 rebounds. PJ Washington is the third double-digit scorer and Klay Thompson is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Dallas Mavericks are shooting 36.7 percent from beyond the arc and 77.7 percent from the free throw line. The Dallas Mavericks are allowing 36.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.3 rebounds per game.

Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Celtics and Pacers, and they play the Raptors, Clippers, and Wizards next. The Nets have lost 14 of their last 17 games and are seven games out of the play-in tournament.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.4 points on 43.8 percent shooting and allowing 111.4 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.9 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.3 rebounds per game.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The home team has won eight of the Nets’ last nine games.
• The Mavericks have lost three of their last four games as road favorites.
• The Mavericks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight road games following a win.
• The underdogs have covered the spread in nine of the Nets’ last 10 games.

Why the Dallas Mavericks will win

• The favorites have won each of the Mavericks’ last 10 games at Barclays Center.
• The Nets have lost 11 of their last 12 games when playing with a rest disadvantage against the Mavericks.
• The Mavericks have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games as favorites on the first leg of a back-to-back.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games against opponents who are on the first leg of a back-to-back.

Nets vs Mavericks Injury Report

The Nets will be Cam Thomas, while D’Angelo Russell and Ziaire Williams are questionable.

The Mavs will be without Kyrie Irving, Dereck Lively II, Daniel Gafford, Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Dante Exum, Anthony Davis, and Caleb Martin.

Nets vs Mavericks Prediction

The Nets aren’t winning games, but they’ve covered eight of their last 10 games, so there’s value with the points at home. The Mavericks are still the most injured team in NBA history and have lost 21 times on the road. I’m not excited to lay points with the Mavs. However, the Nets continue to rack up losses and have no chance at the play-in tournament and at this point, you have to question why they’d even try to snag a win at this stage.

The Mavs are tied with the Suns for that last play-in spot, so there’s still motivation there. Also, AD is close to returning, so there’s a glimmer of hope. If the Mavericks can’t win this game, there are not many left they can. It’s pretty much a must-win game for the Mavs in terms of playoff hopes. I’ll lay the bucket with the Mavericks on the road.

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Before we dive into the Brooklyn Nets vs. Indiana Pacers game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy pots. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this afternoon’s Brooklyn Nets vs. Indiana Pacers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Pascal Siakam, Forward, Indiana Pacers $9,200

Veteran forward Pascal Siakam has been a standout performer for the Indiana Pacers this season. With that said, how has the talented forward performed from a statistical standpoint? Let’s examine Siakam’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 67 games that power forward Pascal Siakam has played for the Indiana Pacers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Siakam has averaged 20.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.5 blocks a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 67 games that Pascal Siakam has played for the Indiana Pacers this season, Siakam has compiled a 52.6% field goal percentage, a 39.6% three-point percentage and a 74.3% free throw percentage.

More recently, Pascal Siakam delivered a stellar performance in a matchup with the Miami Heat last month. In the Miami Heat’s 125-120 win over the Indiana Pacers, Siakam amassed a robust 36 points, six rebounds, two assists and two steals. It should also be mentioned that Siakam hit a career-high eight three-pointers in the game.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my opinion, Pascal Siakam is the player most likely to score the highest number of Draftkings points in tomorrow night’s NBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am rolling with Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam at the captain for this single game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Nic Claxton, Center, Brooklyn Nets $6,400

Center Nic Claxton has brought a consistency and stability to the Brooklyn Nets offense that has been vital to the team’s overall achievements this season.

In the 61 games that center Nic Claxton has played for the Brooklyn Nets in the 2024 NBA regular season, Claxton has averaged a respectable 1012 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.5 blocks a game.

In my opinion, Nic Claxton’s low Draftkings price of only $6,400 presents the best fantasy value of any player on this DFS slate.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Andrew Nembhard, Guard (Indiana Pacers) $6,000: Keon Johnson, Guard (Brooklyn Nets) $6,600.

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Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Celtics and Pacers, and they play the Mavs, Raptors, and Clippers next. The Nets have lost 13 of their last 16 games and are six games out of the play-in tournament.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.4 points on 43.8 percent shooting and allowing 111.5 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.9 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.5 percent from beyond the arc and 79.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.2 rebounds per game.

Indiana Pacers Betting Preview

The Indiana Pacers beat the Nets and Mavs, and they play the Timberwolves, Lakers, Wizards, and Thunder next. The Pacers have won five of their last six games and are currently in the fourth seed in the East.

The Indiana Pacers are averaging 116.7 points on 48.9 percent shooting and allowing 115.5 points on 47.5 percent shooting. Pascal Siakam is averaging 20.8 points and 7.1 rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton is averaging 18.5 points and 3.5 rebounds. Benedict Mathurin is the third double-digit scorer and Myles Turner is grabbing 6.5 rebounds. The Indiana Pacers are shooting 36.9 percent from beyond the arc and 78.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Indiana Pacers are allowing 35.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.2 rebounds per game.

Why the Indiana Pacers will win

• The Pacers have won each of their last nine games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse against teams that held a losing record.
• The Nets have lost each of their last eight road games.
• The Pacers have covered the spread in five of their last six home games after coming off overtime.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five road games following a loss.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The Nets have won three of their last four games as underdogs after coming off overtime.
• The Pacers have lost 12 of their last 18 games as favorites following an overtime win.
• The Pacers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games against Eastern Conference opponents.
• The Nets have covered the spread in each of their last six games against teams that held a winning record.

Pacers vs Nets Injury Report

The Pacers will be without Isaiah Jackson, while Tyrese Haliburton is questionable with a back injury.

The Nets will be Cam Thomas and D’Angelo Russell, while Ziaire Williams is questionable with a hamstring injury.

Pacers vs Nets Prediction

The Pacers should be big favorites, as they’re the better team and are fighting for playoff seeding. The Nets continue to sit guys and aren’t trying to win games at this stage. However, the Nets have covered seven of their last 10 games and just took the Pacers to overtime as an eight-point underdog on Thursday.

The Pacers are winning games, but they’re 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games and 31-37-1 ATS on the season. Despite the tanking and the losses, the Nets are a profitable 38-31-1 ATS on the season. The underdog has covered in seven of the last 10 games between the Pacers and Nets. Back injuries are also tricky, so who knows when we see Haliburton play. The Pacers have to be careful with him with the playoffs around the corner. I’ll grab the points with the Nets.

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Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Celtics, beat the Hawks, and they play the Mavs, Raptors, and Clippers next. The Nets have lost 12 of their last 15 games and are six games out of the play-in tournament.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.5 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 111.6 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 18.9 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.5 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.6 percent from beyond the arc and 79.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.1 rebounds per game.

Indiana Pacers Betting Preview

The Indiana Pacers beat the Timberwolves and Mavs, and they play the Lakers, Wizards, and Thunder next. The Pacers have won four of their last five games and are currently in the fourth seed in the East.

The Indiana Pacers are averaging 116.9 points on 49 percent shooting and allowing 115.8 points on 47.7 percent shooting. Pascal Siakam is averaging 20.9 points and 7.2 rebounds, while Tyrese Haliburton is averaging 18.5 points and 3.5 rebounds. Benedict Mathurin is the third double-digit scorer and Myles Turner is grabbing 6.4 rebounds. The Indiana Pacers are shooting 37 percent from beyond the arc and 78.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Indiana Pacers are allowing 35.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 40.9 rebounds per game.

Why the Indiana Pacers will win

• The Pacers have won each of their last eight games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse against teams that held a losing record.
• The Nets have lost each of their last seven road games.
• The Nets have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse following a loss.
• The home team has covered the spread in eight of the Nets’ last 10 games.

Why the Brooklyn Nets will win

• The Pacers have lost nine of their last 12 games as favorites on the second leg of a back-to-back.
• The Nets have won seven of their last 10 games as underdogs against the Pacers.
• The Pacers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last 13 games as favorites on the second leg of a back-to-back.
• The Nets have covered the spread in seven of their last eight road games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.

Pacers vs Nets Injury Report

The Pacers will be without Isaiah Jackson. Tyrese Haliburton is questionable after not playing last night.

The Nets will be Cam Thomas and Cameron Johnson.

Pacers vs Nets Prediction

The Pacers should blow the doors off of the Nets, but they’re still banged up and on the end of a back-to-back after struggling with the Mavs. The Nets are making it clear they want no part of the play-in tournament, as the losses are coming in bunches. However, the Nets have covered five of their last six games, and they have the rest advantage here.

Also, the underdog has covered seven of the last 10 games between the Nets and Pacers. Despite the losses, the Nets are a profitable 37-31-1 ATS on the season. The Pacers have failed to cover seven of their last eight games. I’ll take a stab with the Nets and the free points on Thursday night.

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Before we dive into the Brooklyn Nets vs. Indiana Pacers game let’s review the rules for the Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy pots. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for tomorrow night’s Brooklyn Nets vs. Indiana Pacers matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Pascal Siakam, Forward, Indiana Pacers $9,200

Talented forward Pascal Siakam has been a standout performer for the Indiana Pacers this season. With that said, how has the veteran forward performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s examine Siakam’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 66 games that power forward Pascal Siakam has played for the Indiana Pacers in the 2024 NBA regular season, Siakam has averaged 20.8 points, 7.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 0.9 steals and 0.5 blocks a game.

Looking at the data just presented more closely, in the 66 games that Pascal Siakam has played for the Indiana Pacers this season, Siakam has compiled a 52.6% field goal percentage, a 39.6% three-point percentage and a 74.3% free throw percentage.

Last month, Pascal Siakam delivered a stellar performance in a matchup with the Miami Heat. In the Miami Heat’s 125-120 win over the Indiana Pacers, Siakam amassed a robust 36 points, six rebounds, two assists and two steals. It should also be mentioned that Siakam hit a career-high eight three-pointers in the game.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In my view, Pascal Siakam is the player most likely to score the highest number of Draftkings points in tomorrow night’s NBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing Indiana Pacers forward at the captain for this single game Draftkings NBA Showdown contest.

Flex Plays

Keon Johnson, Guard, Brooklyn Nets $7,200

Guard Keon Johnson has brought a consistency and stability to the Brooklyn Nets offense that has been vital to the team’s overall achievements this season.

In the 67 games that Keon Johnson has played for the Brooklyn Nets in the 2024 NBA regular season, Johnson has averaged a respectable 10.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.4 blocks a game.

In my opinion, Keon Johnson’s low Draftkings price of only $7,200 presents the best fantasy value of any player on this DFS slate.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this NBA regular season game (Draftkings price noted): Andrew Nembhard, Guard (Indiana Pacers) $6,600: D’Angelo Russell, Point Guard (Brooklyn Nets) $7,000.

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Before we dive into the Boston Celtics vs. Brooklyn Nets game let’s review the rules for Draftkings single game showdown contest.

Draftkings Single Game Showdown Contest Rules

You have $50,000 to utilize on five players from either team. However, one of those players will be designated as your team captain. The captain accumulates 1.5 times the standard fantasy points. Additionally, the captain is 1.5 times the standard cost of the flex position.

The remaining four players in your lineup will receive the standard fantasy points. Having stated that, it is highly important for you to identify the correct player for your captain position if you hope to win a large field DFS GPP (guaranteed prize pool) showdown contest.

If you have additional questions regarding the rules for the single game showdown contest, I recommend that you check out the Draftkings website for more details.

*I recommend that all readers review the starting lineups for both teams prior to setting your DFS lineup for this one game slate.

Here are my Draftkings picks for this evening’s Brooklyn Nets vs. Boston Celtics matchup.

Draftkings NBA Showdown Picks

Captain-Jayson Tatum, Forward, Boston Celtics $11,000

Veteran forward Jayson Tatum has certainly been an essential part of the Boston Celtics starting lineup this season. With that said, how has Tatum performed from a statistical perspective? Let’s review Tatum’s relevant player data from the 2024 NBA regular season to answer that question.

In the 63 games that Jayson Tatum has played for the Boston Celtics in the 2024 NBA regular season, Tatum is averaging 27.1 points, 8.7 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.5 blocks a game.

Looking the data just presented more closely, in the 63 games that Jayson Tatum has played this season, Tatum has compiled a 45.4% field goal percentage, a 35.2% three-point percentage and an 81.2% free throw percentage.

These two teams met recently. Who won? How did Tatum perform in the game? In the Boston Celtics 115-113 win over the Brooklyn Nets three days ago, Celtics forward Jayson Tatum amassed 20 points, four rebounds, five assists and one steal. What did we learn from the data just presented? Clearly, Jayson Tatum can post a high number of DFS points on any given night. I fully expect that trend to continue in tonight’s matchup with the Brooklyn Nets.

As I noted in the rules section above, selecting the correct player at the captain position for a Draftkings NBA showdown lineup is absolutely vital if you hope to win a large field GPP (guaranteed prize pool) DFS contest. Keep that in mind as you construct your lineups.

In summary, I think Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is the most likely player to post the most Draftkings points in this NBA regular season game. For that specific reason, I am backing Jayson Tatum at the captain position for this one game Draftkings NBA single game contest.

Flex Plays

Derrick White, Guard, Boston Celtics $8,400

In the 65 games that guard Derrick White played for the Boston Celtics in the 2024 NBA regular season, White has averaged 16.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 4.4 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks a game.

More recently, in the Boston Celtics 128-118 win over the Portland Trail Blazers earlier this year, Celtics guard Derrick White certainly played at a high level. More specifically, in the Celtics win over the Trail Blazers just noted, White compiled 41 points, three rebounds, two assists, three steals and one block.

Additional flex plays I like to play well in this evening’s NBA game (Draftkings price noted): Cameron Johnson, Forward (Brooklyn Nets) $8,000: D’Angelo Russell, Point Guard (Brooklyn Nets) $6,800.

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Brooklyn Nets Betting Preview

The Brooklyn Nets lost to the Celtics, beat the Hawks, and they play the Pacers, Mavs, and Raptors next. The Nets have lost 11 of their last 14 games and are five games out of the play-in tournament.

The Brooklyn Nets are averaging 105.6 points on 44 percent shooting and allowing 111.7 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Cam Thomas is averaging 24 points and 3.3 rebounds, while Cameron Johnson is averaging 19.1 points and 4.3 rebounds. D’Angelo Russell is the third double-digit scorer, and Nic Claxton is grabbing 7.4 rebounds. The Brooklyn Nets are shooting 34.7 percent from beyond the arc and 79.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Brooklyn Nets are allowing 36.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.1 rebounds per game. The Nets will meet the Pacers (b2b set), Mavs, Raptors, and Clippers after this game. 

Boston Celtics Betting Preview

The Boston Celtics beat the Heat and Nets, and play the Trail Blazers, Jazz, and Kings next. The Celtics have won 13 of their last 16 games and have the third-best record in the NBA.

The Boston Celtics are averaging 116.6 points on 46.2 percent shooting and allowing 108.2 points on 45.3 percent shooting. Jayson Tatum is averaging 27.1 points and 8.7 rebounds, while Jaylen Brown is averaging 22.8 points and 6.1 rebounds. Kristaps Porzingis is the third double-digit scorer and Derrick White is grabbing 4.3 rebounds. The Boston Celtics are shooting 6.9 percent from beyond the arc and 79.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Boston Celtics are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.8 rebounds per game.

Celtics vs Nets Injury Report

The Celtics will be without Jaylen Brown, while Jayson Tatum is questionable due to a knee injury.

The Nets will be Cam Thomas.

Celtics vs Nets Prediction

The Celtics have the ability to blow the doors off, but they’re 30-37-1 ATS on the season and have failed to cover nine of their last 12 games as a double-digit favorite. The Celtics keep getting these inflated lines and aren’t covering numbers. The Nets are a profitable 36-31-1 ATS on the season, and they just hung with the Celtics a few days ago, losing by two points as an 11-point underdog. We’re also seeing Tatum and Brown on the injury report, which doesn’t help the case for the massive number. I’ll grab the points with the Nets.

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