Saturday NBA DFS Picks & Injury Report: DraftKings Main Slate Tips

As Saturday’s NBA DraftKings main slate approaches, five exciting games promise plenty of high-end value and injury-related opportunities. This breakdown covers key matchups, notable injuries, and player performances to assist in making optimal DFS picks.

Slate Overview

• Utah Jazz at Orlando Magic: Jazz are struggling with a 2-8 record in their last ten games, while the Magic boast a 15-8 home record.
• Charlotte Hornets at Atlanta Hawks: The Hornets are on an eight-game winning streak. Hawks have won two consecutive games but hold a 10-14 record at home.
• Denver Nuggets at Chicago Bulls: The Nuggets are on a three-game losing streak and have a road record of 19-9. The Bulls have also lost three games in a row with a home record of 15-11.
• Golden State Warriors at Los Angeles Lakers: The Warriors are 11-15 on the road, whereas the Lakers are riding a two-game winning streak with a 7-3 record in their last ten games.
• Philadelphia 76ers at Phoenix Suns: The 76ers hold a 14-9 road record and the Suns are 17-8 at home.

Injury Updates

• UTA: Keyonte George (ankle) – Probable
• ORL: Franz Wagner (ankle) – OUT
• CHA: Coby White (calf) – OUT
• ATL: Onyeka Okongwu (mouth) – Questionable; Jonathan Kuminga (knee) – OUT
• DEN: Cameron Johnson (knee), Nikola Jokic (ankle) – Questionable; Aaron Gordon (hamstring), Peyton Watson (hamstring), Spencer Jones (concussion) – OUT
• CHI: Jalen Smith (calf) – Questionable; Josh Giddey (hamstring), Tre Jones (hamstring) – OUT
• GSW: Stephen Curry (knee), Kristaps Porzingis (Achilles) – OUT
• LAL: Luka Doncic (hamstring) – OUT
• PHI: Joel Embiid (knee) – Questionable; Paul George (suspension) – OUT
• PHX: Devin Booker (ankle), Jalen Green (hip) – Questionable; Grayson Allen (knee) – OUT

Top Player Picks

Elite Players

• Jamal Murray ($9,000) – Nuggets vs. Bulls: Averaging 26.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists over the past five games.
• LaMelo Ball ($7,700) – Hornets at Hawks: Averaging 19.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 6.0 assists in recent games.
• Paolo Banchero ($9,000) – Magic vs. Jazz: Averaging 23.8 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 4.6 assists in a favorable matchup.
• LeBron James ($8,700) – Lakers vs. Warriors: Averaging 20.2 points, 6.3 assists, and 4.9 rebounds recently.
• Jaren Jackson ($7,800) – Jazz at Magic: Making his debut and expected to have a significant impact.

Emerging and Value Picks

• Jalen Johnson ($10,900) – Hawks vs. Hornets: Averages 22.5 points, 12.7 rebounds, and 8.3 assists over the last ten games.
• CJ McCollum ($6,200) – Hawks vs. Hornets: Averaging 17.6 points and capable of capitalizing on defensive weaknesses.
• Moses Moody ($5,000) – Warriors at Lakers: Should see extended minutes and scoring opportunities in Curry’s absence.
• Gui Santos ($4,900) – Warriors at Lakers: Contributing well in recent games, with strong overall averages.
• Dominick Barlow ($4,200) – 76ers at Suns: Averaging 14.3 points and 7.0 rebounds with high potential for DFS success.

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