FanDuel NBA DFS Lineup Picks (4/18/21): Daily Fantasy Basketball Advice

Although there weren’t that many, Saturday’s slate of games still did enough to keep things interesting. The Jazz and Lakers went into overtime to begin the day. Then, the Russell Westbrook of old made another appearance, with the former MVP racking up an impressive 15-point, 14-rebound, 11-assist triple-double against the Pistons. Bradley Beal also had his best game in a while, finishing with 37 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to ramp up his workload as he logged nearly 30 minutes against Memphis to score 28 points, while Stephen Curry’s 47 points weren’t enough as the Celtics handled the visiting Warriors.

In this article, I will be providing you with my daily fantasy basketball lineup picks for FanDuel on 4/18/21. These DFS lineup picks can vary from higher-priced players and elite options to lower-priced players and value picks on FanDuel. You can also check out DraftKings lineup picks and injury news before lineups lock. Good luck, RotoBallers.

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FanDuel DFS Guards

C.J. McCollum, SG - @ CHA ($7,900)

Damian Lillard is currently sidelined with a bum hamstring, so as is always the case whenever he is out, McCollum will be a popular option in DFS lineups. With Lillard sitting the other night against the San Antonio Spurs, McCollum took 26 shots, finishing with 29 points. Fantasy managers should also keep Norman Powell on the radar in both cash and GPP formats.

Reggie Jackson, PG - vs. MIN ($5,600)

Jackson has been one of the most reliable contributors for the Clippers. With Patrick Beverley out for the foreseeable future and the team expected to rest Paul George and Kawhi Leonard as much as possible heading toward the playoffs, the veteran should continue to make a dent on the offensive end. Leonard is questionable once again on Sunday, and while Jackson is a fantastic option with him in the lineup, his stock will sore if he isn’t.

Cole Anthony, PG - vs. HOU ($5,000)

Anthony missed a few months while dealing with a rib issue but has since returned to reclaim his spot as the Magic’s starting point guard. Since making his way back over a week ago, the rookie is averaging 26.5 fantasy points throughout nearly 25 minutes of work. Michael Carter-Williams is out again, so there shouldn’t be any competition for minutes against the Rockets.

Also Consider: Luka Doncic ($10,400), Malcolm Brogdon ($7,600), Derrick Rose ($5,300), Terrence Ross ($5,100), Theo Maledon ($4,800), Avery Bradley ($3,500)

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FanDuel DFS Forwards

Kevin Porter Jr., SF - @ ORL ($6,500)

John Wall will rest as the Rockets gear up for back-to-back outings, beginning with a trip to Orlando. Of course, Porter automatically comes to mind when thinking of a beneficiary as he is averaging 17.6 points, eight assists, and 4.5 boards without Wall in the lineup this year. He likely will be running things as the primary ball-handler, so an increase in usage will be on tap.

Jeff Green, PF - @ MIA ($4,700)

James Harden remains out with a right hamstring strain, and although he is making strides in the right direction, he isn’t expected back anytime soon. To make matters worse, the team was surprised with the untimely retirement of LaMarcus Aldridge, which of course, will open up even more minutes for others. Look for Jeff Green to be in the running to make another start, with the veteran averaging 10.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.4 assists. Of course, as is the case with any value option, his outlook is foggy, so there is definitely a risk here.

Trevor Ariza, PF - vs. MIA ($4,200)

Ariza has been getting some solid minutes over the last few weeks. Victor Oladipo remains out while dealing with a knee issue, and without him in the lineup, there are some extra shots up for grabs. The journeyman is averaging nearly 16 points throughout his previous three games and could have another favorable outing against a Brooklyn team that consistently gives up a lot of points. He isn’t a cash option, but he should definitely be considered in GPP formats.

Also Consider: Julius Randle ($9,400), Jimmy Butler ($9,300), Domantas Sabonis ($8,900), Christian Wood ($8,000), Jae’sean Tate ($5,900), Carmelo Anthony ($4,100), Isaiah Roby ($4,100), Kenyon Martin Jr. ($3,600), Maxi Kleber ($3,600)

FanDuel DFS Centers

Wendell Carter Jr., C - vs. HOU ($6,400)

Mo Bamba may miss another one as he continues to deal with the after-effects of a hip contusion suffered earlier in the week. If he doesn’t make his way back to the court on Sunday, Carter should be in line for more minutes once again. On Friday night against Toronto, the 21-year-old finished with 20 points and nine rebounds without Bamba in the lineup, so if you need a center with upside, he is your guy.

Hassan Whiteside, C - @ DAL ($5,400)

The Kings are shorthanded underneath the basket as Marvin Bagley III and Richaun Holmes are both out for Sunday’s affair with the Mavericks. Damian Jones has been getting some additional run without those guys on the court; however, it’s Whiteside who is the clear-cut beneficiary. He doesn’t play a ton of minutes, but he doesn’t need to. On Friday night against Phoenix, the big man worked just 24 minutes but still managed to accrue 11 points and 10 boards. Although it would be better if his rostering cost were a bit lower, it is still a value.

Also Consider: Clint Capela ($8,900), Bam Adebayo ($7,800), Kelly Olynyk ($6,300), Enes Kanter ($5,800), Jusuf Nurkic ($5,600)

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