DraftKings NBA: Best Picks, Lineup For Jan. 13

Jan 5, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMarcus Cousins (15) argues a call during the game against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. The Mavericks defeat the Kings 117-116 in double overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 26, 2015; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Nicolas Batum (5) goes up to dunk the ball during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Hornets defeated the Grizzlies 98-92. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

Top Four SFs

Nicolas Batum (Hornets) – $7,500 vs. Hawks
Danilo Gallinari (Nuggets) – $7,100 vs. Warriors
Rudy Gay (Kings) – $6,900 vs. Pelicans
Kent Bazemore (Hawks) – $6,500 @ Hornets

Rationale:

Batum is scoring 38.8 FPPG in two games against the Hawks this season. He averages 10.3 FPPG better at home (39.6) than he does on the road (29.3). Playing against the 24th team against small forwards makes Batum a great play.
Gallinari has been hot, scoring 40.1 FPPG over his last five contests. In three games against the Warriors he’s averaging 32.8 FPPG, his season average. Gallinari should continue to play well against the Warriors, who are the 17th team against small forwards.
Gay has shot the ball well in his last three games. He’s 30-for-52 (57.7 percent) and is averaging 24.0 points per game during that span. He’s also averaging 39.5 FPPG in that span. Though he hasn’t played against the Pelicans (22nd vs. SF) this season, he should continue to ride his hot streak.
Bazemore has played better than his season average (26.4 FPPG) in four of his last six games. In two games against the Hornets he’s averaging 34.4 FPPG. As an all-around player, Bazemore should continue to play well, despite Charlotte ranking fifth against small forwards.

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