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Optimal Lineup
Updated Throughout the Day
Optimal lineups are generated to demonstrate groups of players that work well together. This should be used only as a thought-starter for your lineups. This lineup may not conform to exact requirements of DraftKings (ie. players from one team), and may cross over multiple slates. For more detailed and customizable lineup generation, please use the NBA Draftkings Optimizer.
| PG | Jrue Holiday |
| SG | Tim Hardaway Jr. |
| SF | LeBron James |
| PF | LaMarcus Aldridge |
| C | Alex Len |
| G | Rajon Rondo |
| F | Harrison Barnes |
| Util | JaVale McGee |
| Salary | $49,900 |
| Expected Points | 294.48 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Point Guard
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luka Doncic | DAL | $9,100 | 45.83 | 5.04 |
| Donovan Mitchell | UTA | $8,300 | 42.84 | 5.16 |
| Trae Young | ATL | $9,300 | 41.76 | 4.49 |
| Jrue Holiday | NOP | $7,600 | 41.20 | 5.42 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | DAL | $3,800 | 23.68 | 6.23 |
| Rajon Rondo | LAL | $5,500 | 33.99 | 6.18 |
| Dwyane Wade | MIA | $5,000 | 29.26 | 5.85 |
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | LAC | $3,900 | 22.01 | 5.64 |
Shooting Guard
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeMar DeRozan | SAS | $7,700 | 40.36 | 5.24 |
| Buddy Hield | SAC | $7,000 | 36.59 | 5.23 |
| Josh Richardson | MIA | $6,100 | 33.64 | 5.51 |
| Khris Middleton | MIL | $6,900 | 32.77 | 4.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Crabbe | BKN | $3,300 | 20.17 | 6.11 |
| DeAndre’ Bembry | ATL | $3,500 | 21.28 | 6.08 |
| Tim Hardaway Jr. | DAL | $5,000 | 29.08 | 5.82 |
| Damyean Dotson | NYK | $4,500 | 25.79 | 5.73 |
Small Forward
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LeBron James | LAL | $11,200 | 60.68 | 5.42 |
| Giannis Antetokounmpo | MIL | $11,500 | 56.52 | 4.91 |
| Kyle Kuzma | LAL | $6,200 | 33.50 | 5.40 |
| Danilo Gallinari | LAC | $6,300 | 33.50 | 5.32 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jae Crowder | UTA | $4,200 | 24.22 | 5.77 |
| DeMarre Carroll | BKN | $3,700 | 21.09 | 5.70 |
| Harrison Barnes | SAC | $5,100 | 28.96 | 5.68 |
| Kenrich Williams | NOP | $4,300 | 24.24 | 5.64 |
Power Forward
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaMarcus Aldridge | SAS | $7,700 | 40.77 | 5.29 |
| Julius Randle | NOP | $8,200 | 40.30 | 4.91 |
| Montrezl Harrell | LAC | $6,300 | 32.67 | 5.19 |
| Anthony Davis | NOP | $6,700 | 32.38 | 4.83 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dirk Nowitzki | DAL | $3,200 | 19.85 | 6.20 |
| Cheick Diallo | NOP | $4,100 | 24.01 | 5.86 |
| Noah Vonleh | NYK | $4,200 | 23.31 | 5.55 |
| Luke Kornet | NYK | $3,200 | 17.12 | 5.35 |
Center
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nikola Jokic | DEN | $10,300 | 52.55 | 5.10 |
| Rudy Gobert | UTA | $7,900 | 42.72 | 5.41 |
| Deandre Ayton | PHO | $7,300 | 36.17 | 4.95 |
| Mitchell Robinson | NYK | $6,400 | 33.97 | 5.31 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Len | ATL | $4,000 | 29.90 | 7.48 |
| JaVale McGee | LAL | $3,800 | 27.28 | 7.18 |
| Dwight Powell | DAL | $5,200 | 32.60 | 6.27 |
| Jakob Poeltl | SAS | $4,100 | 24.12 | 5.88 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Picks are updated regularly, but we advise that you keep up to date on late-day roster moves and injuries – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk. Sample lineups are provided as thought-starters, and are not intended for direct use.