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DraftKings NBA: Best Picks, Lineup For Jan. 12

By Aaron 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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Dec 14, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) reacts during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 14, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) reacts during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports /

Top Four Cs

  1. Pau Gasol (Bulls) – $8,200 @ Bucks
  2. Dwight Howard (Rockets) – $7,300 vs. Grizzlies
  3. Greg Monroe (Bucks) – $6,600 vs. Bulls
  4. Zaza Pachulia (Mavericks) – $6,300 vs. Cavaliers

Rationale:

  • Gasol scored 55.8 fantasy points against the Bucks in the first game. He’s averaging 45.6 FPPG in his last four games, including two 50-fantasy point performances. His ability to score, rebound and block shots (2.2 bpg) provides great fantasy value for owners. The Bucks are 15th against centers.
  • Howard is red-hot, scoring 48.5 FPPG over his last five games. He also averages 8.0 FPPG better at home than on the road. Despite averaging 32.8 FPPG in two games against the Grizzlies, he should find success against the 25th-ranked team against centers.
  • Monroe scored 34 fantasy points in his first contest against the Bucks, despite shooting 27.8 percent. He’s averaging 35.8 FPPG in his last four contests. The Bulls are last against centers.
  • Pachulia has been the most consistent fantasy play over the past couple weeks. He’s averaging 35.4 FPPG over his last eight contests. He has not played against the Cavaliers, who rank fourth against centers.

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