ESPN’s daily fantasy basketball cheat sheet is your go-to resource for preparing your lineups before the games. Here, you’ll find our top recommendations for the night, including players to consider streaming and injury updates for each game.
Key Information for Friday
This Friday, the NBA features six games, with four scheduled early and two later in the evening. The standout matchup involves the Minnesota Timberwolves facing off against the Houston Rockets in a clash of Western Conference contenders. Notably, Anthony Edwards will not participate, missing his second game due to a foot injury.
Game Highlights
The second match featuring winning teams is a rematch between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Philadelphia 76ers. The Cavaliers recently triumphed over the 76ers by 26 points. For the 76ers to be competitive, Tyrese Maxey will need to step up significantly after struggling against the Cavaliers in their last outing.
Player Recommendations for Fantasy
Egor Demin, PG, Brooklyn Nets: Rostered in 35.0% of ESPN leagues, Demin scored 17 points and provided five assists in his return from injury. He has averaged 15.1 points, 3.7 three-pointers, and 3.5 assists over his last 12 games.
Ayo Dosunmu, SG, Chicago Bulls: With a roster percentage of 29.4%, Dosunmu has been performing well in a sixth-man role, averaging 16.3 points and 5.1 assists in his last seven games, including a recent game where he scored 15 points.
Betting Insights for Friday
Donovan Mitchell, OVER 29.5 points (-109): With Darius Garland sidelined, Mitchell will take on a larger scoring role. He has averaged 30.1 points over his last seven outings, scoring at least 30 points in five of those games.
Kawhi Leonard, OVER 1.5 steals (-124): Despite some injury concerns, Leonard has been a defensive force, recording at least two steals in nine of his last 11 games.
