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DraftKings NBA: Best Picks, Lineup For Jan. 12

ByAaron Ferguson|
Jan 1, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots a free throw against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center. The Bulls won 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) shoots a free throw against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at United Center. The Bulls won 108-81. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 5, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) warms up before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 5, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler (21) warms up before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports

Top Four SGs

  1. Jimmy Butler (Bulls) – $8,400 @ Bucks
  2. Tyreke Evans (Pelicans) – $8,100 @ Lakers
  3. Khris Middleton (Bucks) – $6,800 vs. Bulls
  4. Andrew Wiggins (Timberwolves) – $6,500 vs. Thunder

Rationale:

  • Butler scored 53 fantasy points against the Bucks in their first meeting. He’s hot, averaging 47.4 FPPG over his last six competitions. Butler is a slam dunk against the 13th-ranked team against shooting guards.
  • Evans is scoring 41.8 FPPG over his last six games. He is a good all-around player and has showcased his skills in 18 games this season. The Lakers are 15th against shooting guards.
  • Middleton exploded for 45 fantasy points in his first meeting with the Bulls. He’s averaging 31.8 FPPG since the new year. He has a tough test against a good defensive player in Butler, who has led the Bulls as the sixth-best team against shooting guards.
  • Wiggins is averaging 41.6 FPPG in his last two contests. Anticipating a high-scoring game against the Thunder, Wiggins will be relied on to pace the Wolves. The Thunder rank 17th against shooting guards.

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