NBA DFS: Top Daily Fantasy Expert Picks for DraftKings, FanDuel (3/26/24)

Welcome back, RotoBallers! Tonight we've got a four-game slate highlighted by the TNT doubleheader of Lakers at Bucks and Mavericks at Kings. These articles focus on the overall best plays, which are typically more suited for cash games. However, some exceptions may apply, depending on the size of the slate.

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This article will provide you with my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for DraftKings and FanDuel on 3/26/24. Remember to monitor NBA injury news and our awesome NBA injuries report tool, as the slate can completely change before lineups lock at 7:30 p.m. EDT on FanDuel and DraftKings. As always, feel free to follow my X/Twitter (@Maxadelphia) to keep up to date with NBA news and for my nightly NBA bets if you're into that sort of thing. Let's go!

Today's NBA DFS Core Picks

Tonight's slate is loaded with star power for only having four games, but are there any scrubs to pair with them? There are some seemingly obvious plays for cash games, which could lead to an abundance of similarly constructed lineups tonight.

None of the games on the slate are too ugly to fade completely, but both TNT games stand out as great environments. With both games having implied totals of >230 and star players galore, it's fair to assume these two games will carry the most cumulative ownership.

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, MIL vs. LAL – PF/C ($11.3K DK; $11.7K FD)
2. Anthony Davis, LAL at MIL – PF/C ($10.3K DK; $11.5K FD)
3. D'Angelo Russell, LAL at MIL – PG ($7.2K DK; $7.5K FD)

Today's NBA DFS Value Picks

With LeBron James being ruled out for tonight in the middle of the day, there will be a major shift in playing time for the Lakers. For the Pelicans, Brandon Ingram continues to miss games, which should continue bearing well for Naji Marshall, amongst others.

The Heat look like the best spot for value tonight. With Tyler Herro and Duncan Robinson both out, we should see the sub-$4K pair of Patty Mills and Delon Wright continue to play big minutes. In addition, Jaime Jaquez and Kevin Love appear to be on the wrong side of questionable (subject to change). Keep in mind that the Heat's last two games have been blowouts, and in a closer game, they might lean more on their key players.

Top Value Plays:

1. Naji Marshall, NO vs. OKC - SF/PF ($4.3K DK; $5K FD)
2. Patty Mills, MIA vs. GS - PG/SG ($3.5K DK;$4K FD)
3. Taurean Prince, LAL at MIL – SF/PF ($4K DK; $4.2K FD)

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Today's NBA DFS Picks: Point Guard

Six of tonight's 10 most expensive players are PGs, and all signs point to PG being a position you want to pay up for tonight.

Top PG Options:

1. D'Angelo Russell, LAL at MIL - ($7.2K DK; $7.5K FD)
2. Damian Lillard, MIL vs. LAL - ($8.9K DK; $9K FD)
3. Luka Doncic, DAL at SAS – ($12.7K DK; $12.8K FD)

Today's NBA DFS Picks: Shooting Guard

Unless you're paying up for Kyrie Irving, SG doesn't offer anyone priced higher than $7K. If you're looking for a more balanced lineup, there are some good options, but if you're looking to fit multiple superstars in your lineup, SG is a great place to save money.

Top SG Options:

1. Patty Mills, MIA vs. GS - PG/SG ($3.5K DK;$4K FD)
2. Malik Beasley, MIL vs. LAL – ($4.7K DK; $4.9K FD)
3. Davion Mitchell, SAC vs. DAL – ($3.6K DK; $3.9K FD)

Today's NBA DFS Picks: Small Forward

SF is in almost the same situation as SG tonight. Jimmy Butler is an interesting pay-up option, but for cash games, you're likely better suited to saving money to afford higher ceilings elsewhere.

Top SF Options:

1. Naji Marshall, NO vs. OKC ($4.3K DK; $5K FD)
2. Taurean Prince, LAL at MIL ($4K DK; $4.2K FD)
3. Jimmy Butler, MIA vs. GS ($8K DK; $8.7K FD)

Today's NBA DFS Picks: Power Forward

PF is the most versatile position on the slate tonight overall, with solid options with SF or C eligibility. It feels like the big decision on the slate is going to revolve around playing either a SF/PF or a PF/C at PF tonight.

Top PF Options:

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo, MIL vs. LAL ($11.3K DK; $11.7K FD)
2. Nikola Jovic, MIA vs. GS ($4.2K DK; $4.7K FD)
3. Zion Williamson, NO vs. OKC – ($9K DK; $9.4K FD)

Today's NBA DFS Picks: Center

There's not much value at center tonight. I would consider choosing who to roster at center as your first move tonight to help decide what to do at the two forward positions.

Top C Options:

1. Anthony Davis, LAL at MIL ($10.3K DK; $11.5K FD)
2. Daniel Gafford, DAL at SAC - ($6K DK; $6.9K FD)
3. Domantas Sabonis, SAC vs. DAL – ($10.5K DK; $10.9K FD)

Today's Top NBA DFS Game Stacks

1. Lakers at Bucks (232.5 total)
2. Mavericks at Kings (233.5 total)
3. Thunder at Pelicans (223.5 total)

Today's Top NBA DFS Avoids

1. It's worth noting that both the Mavericks and Kings played last night. I won't exclude them from my pool, but it's worth knowing.
2. Lakers at Bucks is almost certain to be the most popular game on the slate tonight with LeBron out -- careful on stacking it too hard in tournaments.

My Favorite NBA DFS Picks for Today

Here is where I leave you with some of my favorites.

• My favorite overall play on the slate: Giannis Antetokounmpo
• My favorite CASH play on the slate: D'Angelo Russell
• My favorite GPP play on the slate: Jimmy Butler
• My favorite value play: Patty Mills

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