ESPN’s daily fantasy basketball cheat sheet is the go-to source before setting your lineups for the evening’s games. Here, you can find our top recommendations for the day, along with injury reports for each game.
Key Insights for Sunday’s Matches
With NFL Championship Sunday coinciding with NBA games, this day stands out on the sports calendar. We have a total of eight basketball games to analyze for betting and fantasy play.
Betting odds indicate a challenging slate, as only two games feature totals above 230 points, hinting at fewer high-scoring matchups than usual. Most games fall in the 220s, except for the LA Clippers vs. Brooklyn Nets, which is notably lower at 210.5. Nevertheless, various opportunities for value are available today.
Injuries could further impact today’s outcomes. The Memphis Grizzlies are missing several key players against the already-struggling Denver Nuggets. The Milwaukee Bucks‘s Giannis Antetokounmpo is unavailable, and the Phoenix Suns will play without Devin Booker. The absence of high-usage players opens up potential value in lineups.
Streamers Worth Considering
Max Christie, SG, Dallas Mavericks (18.1% rostered): This shooting guard excelled in a recent game against the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring 24 points with five assists and rebounds. He has consistently scored 21 points in his last four games, making him a reliable option.
Cam Spencer, SG/PG, Memphis Grizzlies (27.6% rostered): Spencer has showcased his potential as a versatile shooter and playmaker, stepping up as a key offensive player now that Ja Morant is sidelined.
Betting Recommendations for Sunday
Julius Randle OVER 28.5 total points and assists (-114): Without Jimmy Butler, the Golden State defense may struggle against Randle. He has scored over 24 points consistently in his last five matchups against this team, providing a favorable setting for his performance.
Brandon Williams OVER 12.5 points (-122): While relying on a role player can be unpredictable, Williams has demonstrated a knack for scoring in his minutes, especially useful for the Mavericks in their second game of a back-to-back.
