THE SLATE

(w/ Implied Team & Game Totals via KenPom)

  • 6:30 pm ET -- Syracuse (68) at Louisville (72) -- 140 total

  • 6:30 pm ET -- Marquette (64) at Butler (65) -- 129 total **DK ONLY**

  • 7 pm ET -- Kentucky (71) at Vanderbilt (68) -- 139 total

  • 7 pm ET -- South Florida (63) at UCF (66) -- 129 total **DK ONLY**

  • 8 pm ET -- Arizona State (67) at USC (79) -- 146 total

  • 8:30 pm ET -- Duke (75) at Wake Forest (70) -- 145 total **DK ONLY**

  • 9 pm ET -- Minnesota (67) at Indiana (71) -- 138 total

  • 9 pm ET -- South Carolina (65) at Tennessee (75) -- 140 total

**NOTE: The Texas-Oklahoma game on FanDuel has been postponed.**

 

Top Guards
PlayerTeamOpp.DK $DK FPPGFD $FD FPPG
Remy MartinASUUSC900030.88790028.67
It took a while, but Remy Martin is finally consistently playing like the stud point guard we all knew he was. The senior is averaging 22.8 PPG and 34.8 DK points over the last six games as he’s taken on a much larger offensive role with higher usage and shot volume while running Arizona State’s attack. It’s clear the coaching staff is now letting Martin be the team’s alpha in likely his final collegiate season - one that almost definitely won’t result in an NCAA Tournament appearance. Plus, the potential absences of Josh Christopher and Marcus Bagley tonight will result in a more-guaranteed workload for Martin.
Jaden SpringerTENNSCAR840023.22490021.49
First of all, lock Springer into your cash lineups if you’re playing on FanDuel because he’s still way too cheap with an unchanged salary over there. On DK, it’s more of a decision as he’s now in the stud tier of pricing. It took the majority of the season, but it seems the freshman’s talent is finally taking over as the Tennessee offense is now running through him and fellow five-star Keon Johnson. Over the last three games, Springer’s shot volume and usage have risen a ton and he’s averaging 24.7 PPG with 34, 43 and 42 DK points over that span. Expect him to be heavily involved tonight in a pace-boost matchup - and he’s definitely in cash consideration.
Scotty Pippen Jr.VANDUK810035.08800031.96
Namesake aside, Pippen is quietly one of the best DFS guards right now if he’s playing up to his ceiling. He just dropped 41 DK on Saturday and has 38+ DK in six of the last ten games - one of which came against Kentucky in the first meeting when Pippen stuffed the stat sheet for 18 points scored, eight assists and eight rebounds. That high usage and involvement in Vandy’s offense will keep his DFS floor fairly safe - but the upside is there for him to break the slate. He’s definitely in play in all formats but is probably a better tournament option tonight.
David JohnsonULSYR780028.27710025.19
Carlik Jones and David Johnson are the top two targets for Louisville tonight - but Johnson gets a slight edge with the slight salary savings for similar production. The sophomore shooting guard also provides a better floor than Jones with his rebounding in addition to everything else. Last time out, Johnson went for 46 DK with 24 points scored and 10 boards - and he’s been able to eclipse 30+ DK multiple times when he gets hot from three and grabs enough boards. He could easily do that tonight vs. a Syracuse zone defense that allows plenty of three-point attempts and is the ACC’s worst at defensive rebounding. Meanwhile, Johnson is Louisville’s best perimeter threat with a 42% make rate from deep during conference play.
Ian DuBoseWFDUKE760030.88  
DuBose is finally back after missing most of the season due to medical condition. Before his lengthy absence, the senior transfer started the first two games of the year and was arguably Wake Forest’s best all-around player. It seems he’s stepped right back into that role as Wake’s alpha playmaker who can stuff the stat sheet. DuBose has scored 17 and 18 points in his two games back and put up 32 and 33 DK, respectively. Considering this is basically a lost season for the Demon Deacons, we should expect DuBose to continue seeing heavy usage and shot volume running the offense. He should have no issues putting up 30+ DK again vs. a subpar Duke defense.
        
Value Guards
PlayerTeamOpp.DK $DK FPPGFD $FD FPPG
Samuell WilliamsonULSYR610021.1470017.02
There may not be a better high-upside GPP play on the slate than Samuell Williamson tonight. The sophomore wing just dropped 46 DK last time out when he went for 20 points and 18 rebounds vs. Georgia Tech. While we obviously can’t expect those slate-breaking numbers every game, Williamson has shown that ceiling at different times this season when he’s playing at his best. The possibility is there for him to exceed value on both sites if he’s taking advantage of the rebound advantage vs. Syracuse - who’s the worst in the ACC on the defensive glass. He’s worth a shot in tournaments and he’s still way too cheap on FD.
Santiago VescoviTENNSCAR540021.13470018.92
Although Jaden Springer and Keon Johnson steal the national headlines for Tennessee, the Vols have a ton of talent outside of their two stud freshmen. Vescovi is one of those who’s now priced cheap enough to consider for cash with consistency DFS value. The sophomore is Tennessee’s starting point guard who provides a solid floor with his ancillary stats if he’s not scoring real points. In the last two games, though, he’s scored 19 and 13 points with some hot three-point shooting and returned 32 and 22 DK points, respectively. He’ll benefit from the pace-boost tonight vs. South Carolina’s uptempo play.
Chuck HarrisBUTLEMARQ470018.32  
A DK only play here and one that could be popular in GPP’s tonight. Harris is Butler’s best three-point shooter during conference play - making 41.5% of his 65 deep ball attempts - and he’ll face a Marquette defense that’s the worst in the Big East at defending the three. Although the freshman comes off the bench, he’s still seeing starter-level minutes as the offense’s sixth-man who will get his looks from deep. Against Marquette in the first meeting, Harris scored 16 points and went 4-for-5 from three as he returned 22 DK. He could easily do something similar tonight if he’s draining again.
Holland WoodsASUUSC440013.84430012.81
We’ll have to keep an eye on Arizona State’s injury situation tonight with both Josh Christopher and Marcus Bagley possibly out for a second straight game. They both sat out Sunday and did not practice on Tuesday - but they have not been ruled out as of last night. If either are out again, look for Holland Woods to be a solid value with an increase in playing time and offensive role. Over the weekend, the senior moved into the starting lineup with his teammates out - and immediately played 32 minutes with 10 points scored and 16 DK points. Plus, he had 24 DK the game prior when Bagley was out and Christopher only played 17 minutes. Woods is great for cash if starting.
Trae HannibalSCARTENN360011.68310010.48
It might be wait-and-see as to which South Carolina players step into the starting rotation with Justin Minaya and Jermaine Cousinard (both starters) out tonight. Hannibal is one of the top candidates to get more playing time and possibly a new starting role with his teammates out. The sophomore had his best performance of the season on Saturday after Cousinard went down eight minutes into the game. Hannibal had a team-high 33% usage rate in that game and he scored a season-high 12 points with 21 DK in the expanded role. Even in a tough matchup, it’ll be hard to ignore Hannibal for cash if he starts at sub 4k on both sites.

Other Guards to Consider

  • Carlik Jones - Louisville ($8,200 DK / $8,200 FD)

  • Marcus Carr - Minnesota ($7,900 DK / $8,100 FD)

  • Tahj Eaddy - USC ($6,300 DK / $5,600 FD)

  • Brandon Boston Jr. - Kentucky ($6,200 DK / $5,300 FD)

  • DJ Steward - Duke ($6,200 DK Only)

  • Keon Johnson - Tennessee ($6,000 DK / $4,500 FD)

  • Seventh Woods - South Carolina ($4,200 DK / $4,000 FD)

  • Ethan Anderson - USC ($4,100 DK / $4,600 FD)

 

Top Forwards
PlayerTeamOpp.DK $DK FPPGFD $FD FPPG
Evan MobleyUSCASU980038.58850036.00
If you’ve been rostering Mobley on recent slates, the USC big man has not disappointed and you probably cashed. The eventual NBA lottery pick dropped a 20-point double-double and 51 DK points on Saturday and has put up at least 32 DK points in ten straight. His elite combination of post scoring, rebounding and shot-blocking will continue to make him one of the best floor/ceiling DFS plays every time out. Mobley dominated Arizona State in the first meeting with 19 points, 13 boards and 49 DK - and we should expect more of the same tonight in a soft matchup. He’s the best expensive cash game option on the slate - especially on FD with the discount.
Trayce Jackson-DavisIUMINN850037.12840034.88
If Indiana is on the slate, you can bank on Jackson-Davis being a top overall play for all formats. The Hoosiers offense mostly runs through the big man in the post with TJD leading the team in usage rate and shot volume during conference play. His high offensive role is obviously what we love for DFS, but his consistent rebounding will provide a strong floor as he’s a double-double waiting to happen. Tonight, he should have a big advantage on the glass with Minnesota’s Liam Robbins battling an ankle injury and being limited or out. Lock Jackson-Davis in for 35-40 DK points at least.
Dylan DisuVANDUK750031.1700028.51
Vanderbilt’s offense mostly revolves around Scotty Pippen in the backcourt and then Disu down low. Disu, though, is more versatile than your average big man as he’s shooting 42% from three-point range during conference play and is one of the best rebounders in the SEC this season. He’s put up 32+ DK points in six of the last eight games and one of those came against Kentucky in the first meeting when he went for a double-double and 36 DK. The floor is safe with his rebounding, but the DFS ceiling is definitely there if he’s playing like he did earlier vs. UK.
Matthew HurtDUKEWF740031.25  
Duke is only on the DK slate tonight - but we can bank on Matthew Hurt being popular on that slate with the recent news of Jalen Johnson opting out. Hurt will go back to being the Blue Devils’ top offensive option with Johnson gone - a role he’s mostly held all season but especially earlier in the year when Johnson was hurt. In conference play, Hurt leads the team in usage ratem shot volume and three-point shooting - and we can expect him to be heavily involved tonight. He had 26 points scored and 43 DK in the first meeting vs. Wake Forest - a game in which Johnson did not play. Pencil Hurt in for 35+ DK as a safe cash play with upside for a lot more if he gets hot from three-point range.
Keyshawn BryantSCARTENN660025.15550023.38
South Carolina will be without two key starters on the wing tonight as Justin Minaya and Jermaine Cousinard are already ruled out. Their absences should result in a ton of usage and minutes for Keyshawn Bryant as he steps into a larger offensive role for the Gamecocks. Despite coming off the bench for most of the year, Bryant actually leads the team in usage rate and is second in shot volume during conference play. He may or may not get the start tonight - but we should expect him to be heavily involved either way with Minaya and Cousinard out. The matchup vs. Tennessee is a tough one, but the opportunity is hard to ignore. He’s a much better value on FD too.
 
Value Forwards
PlayerTeamOpp.DK $DK FPPGFD $FD FPPG
Olivier SarrUKVAND610022.37490020.56
Predicting Kentucky for DFS has been a guessing-game all season - but we’ll have to take some chances on tonight’s slate with most of the Wildcats being affordable. If Olivier Sarr is playing at his ceiling, he’s way too cheap on both sites as he could easily put up 30+ DK points in any given game. In fact, Sarr dropped 42 DK with 24 points scored in the first meeting vs. Vanderbilt when he was clearly a focal point of the offense. Unfortunately, he’s a risk to put up less than 20 DK if he gets into foul trouble or the UK attack goes away from him in the post. It’s hard to ignore what he did in that first matchup, though. Plus, we just saw him get a double-double and 33 DK vs. Arkansas last week - so we know the DFS upside is still there.
Mark WilliamsDUKEWF520011.12  
Williams was already becoming a bigger part of Duke’s offense lately - but that role is more solidified now with Jalen Johnson leaving the team. The 7-foot freshman has started the last three games with Johnson coming off the bench and seeing reduced minutes in each of those. The writing was on the wall, it seemed, but we can confidently play him now with Johnson completely out of the picture. On Saturday, Williams had his best game of the year with 13 points scored, five blocks and 29 DK in a season-high 27 minutes. He’s now put up at least 18 DK in five straight games and will continue to be a focal point in the Duke offense alongside Matthew Hurt and DJ Steward.
Wildens LevequeSCARTENN500015.57440014.59
Leveque was already locked into the starting center role for South Carolina - but expect even more minutes and offensive role with both Justin Minaya and Jermaine Cousinard out tonight. Even though the 6-foot-10 sophomore doesn’t see heavy shot volume in the Gamecock offense, his DFS value is usually safe for cash because of his rebounding and ancillary stats. He’s put up at least 17 DK in four straight and has shown the upside to post 20+ DK points. His size and rebounding will be needed tonight vs. Tennessee with Minaya out.
Eric CurryMINNIU35008.634008.13
Minnesota center Liam Robbins will be limited or possibly out altogether tonight as he deals with an ankle injury. In his absence, look for Eric Curry to get more run in the Gophers’ frontcourt as the direct backup to Robbins. On Saturday vs. Maryland, Robbins only logged 18 minutes and was not effective in the minimal playing time. Curry wasn’t much better, but he has GPP upside if his minutes increase to the 20+ range - like when he put up 15 DK in 22 minutes vs. Nebraska last week. If Minnesota wants to win, it’ll need healthy bodies down low to contain Indiana’s Tracye Jackson-Davis - and Curry should see more playing time than usual with Robbins not at full strength (and maybe even out).

Other Forwards to Consider

  • Quincy Guerrier - Syracuse ($7,700 DK / $7,700 FD)

  • Isaiah Mobley - USC ($6,800 DK / $6,800 FD)

  • Jalen Graham - Arizona State ($6,000 DK / $5,600 FD)

  • Jamal Cain - Marquette ($5,400 DK Only)

  • Kimani Lawrence - Arizona State ($4,800 DK / $3,900 FD)

  • Tre’ Williams - Minnesota ($3,800 DK / $3,700 FD)

  • Jerome Hunter - Indiana ($3,700 DK / $4,200 FD)

  • Jalyn McCreary - South Carolina ($3,300 DK / $4,100 FD)

Example Lineups

The Example Lineups are meant to show lineup construction based on players mentioned in the Playbook. They are not meant to be plugged and played.

 

DK Cash FD Cash
Pos.PlayerTeamOppFPPGSalary Pos.PlayerTeamOppFPPGSalary
GIan DuBoseWFDUKE30.88$7,600 GJaden SpringerTENNSCAR21.48$4,900
????Pivot     $7,600????Pivot     
GTrae HannibalSCARTENN11.68$3,600 GSamuell WilliamsonLOUSYR19.14$5,000
????Pivot     $3,600????Pivot     
GHolland WoodsASUUSC13.84$4,400 GHolland WoodsASUUSC12.81$4,300
????Pivot     $4,400????PivotTrae HannibalSCARTENN10.47$3,100
FEvan MobleyUSCASU38.58$9,800 GDavid JohnsonLOUSYR25.19$7,100
????PivotTrayce Jackson-DavisIUMINN37.12$8,500$8,500????PivotRemy MartinASUUSC28.67$7,900
FMatthew HurtDUKEWF31.3$7,400 FEvan MobleyUSCASU36$8,500
????Pivot     $7,400????Pivot     
FMark WilliamsDUKEWF11.1$5,200 FTrayce Jackson-DavisINDMINN34.87$8,400
????PivotWildens LevequeSCARTENN15.57$5,000$5,000????Pivot     
UtilJaden SpringerTENNSCAR23.22$8,400 FDylan DisuVANDUK28.51$7,000
????PivotDavid JohnsonULSYR28.27$7,800$7,800????Pivot     
UtilEric CurryMINNIU8.6$3,500 UtilSantiago VescoviTENNSCAR18.91$4,700
????PivotSantiago VescoviTENNSCAR21.13$5,400$5,400????PivotOlivier SarrUKVAND20.55$4,900
    Total$49,900     Total$49,900
   Pivot Total$49,700    Pivot Total$49,700
             
DK GPP FD GPP
Pos.PlayerTeamOppFPPGSalary Pos.PlayerTeamOppFPPGSalary
GRemy MartinASUUSC30.88$9,000 GScotty Pippen Jr.VANDUK31.96$8,000
????PivotMarcus CarrMINNIU34.51$7,900$7,900????Pivot     
GScotty Pippen Jr.VANDUK35.08$8,100 GBrandon Boston Jr.UKVAND21.98$5,300
????Pivot     $8,100????Pivot     
GChuck HarrisBUTLEMARQ18.32$4,700 GJaden SpringerTENNSCAR21.48$4,900
????Pivot     $4,700????Pivot     
FKeyshawn BryantSCARTENN25.15$6,600 GMarcus CarrMINNIND32.21$8,100
????Pivot     $6,600????PivotCarlik JonesLOUSYR31.9$8,200
FOlivier SarrUKVAND22.37$6,100 FQuincy GuerrierSYRLOU31.43$7,700
????PivotMark WilliamsDUKEWF11.12$5,200$5,200????PivotTrayce Jackson-DavisINDMINN34.87$8,400
FIsaiah MobleyUSCASU23.76$6,800 FIsaiah MobleyUSCASU22.21$6,800
????PivotDylan DisuVANDUK31.1$7,500$7,500????Pivot     
UtilJerome HunterIUMINN10.89$3,700 FEric CurryMINNIND8.13$3,400
????Pivot     $3,700????Pivot     
UtilKimani LawrenceASUUSC10.77$4,800 UtilJalen GrahamASUUSC17.76$5,600
????PivotDJ StewardDUKEWF24.78$6,200$6,200????PivotOlivier SarrUKVAND20.55$4,900
    Total$49,800     Total$49,800
   Pivot Total$49,900    Pivot Total$49,900