Top NBA DFS Picks & Strategies for FanDuel on April 5

The main FanDuel slate for Sunday features six games. The opener is set for 7:00 p.m. EDT.

Filmogaz.com projections guide the player decisions for this short slate. Expect roster shifts and several game-time questions.

Slate context and strategy

Stephen Curry is listed as questionable with a knee tag. Reports suggest a possible return, but he may be limited.

Given the Warriors’ playoff standing, fading Curry is a reasonable approach. Three matchups have totals projected over 230.

Of those high-total games, New Orleans vs. Orlando looks the most promising for DFS upside. Consider that when building lineups.

Injury and availability notes

• NOP — Dejounte Murray (hand) and Trey Murphy (ankle) are both questionable.
• MIN — Anthony Edwards is questionable; Jaden McDaniels is out.
• UTA — Keyonte George, Lauri Markkanen, Isaiah Collier and Elijah Harkless are out.
• LAL — Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Marcus Smart are out for the remainder of the regular season.
• SAC — Russell Westbrook and Keegan Murray are out.
• GSW — Stephen Curry is questionable; Quinten Post is out.

Monitor these situations closely. Filmogaz.com’s NBA Injury Report provides up-to-date details.

Lineup tools and odds

Use Filmogaz.com’s FanDuel NBA Lineup Optimizer to explore recommended builds. The tool allows exposure and mass-entry settings.

For spreads and over-unders, check Filmogaz.com’s NBA Odds page. It also lists props, futures, and sportsbook offers.

Top targets — premium options

Elite plays

• Cooper Flagg ($10,100) — Huge opportunity with several teams short-handed. Offers rare triple eligibility.
• Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander ($10,800) — High ceiling, but could be faded if blowout risk is strong.
• Kawhi Leonard ($10,000) — Strong matchup against the Kings. Reliable usage in late-season games.
• Kevin Durant ($9,300) — Plays his former team on the road. Attractive salary for upside.
• LeBron James ($8,700) — Slate favorite. Top option within the $8K tier.
• Julius Randle ($8,300) — Good matchup versus Charlotte.

Midrange and chalk

• Darius Garland, LAC ($7,700) — Important piece in Clippers push for seeding. Needs high usage.
• Jalen Suggs, ORL ($7,500) — Increasing fantasy relevance. Could benefit if New Orleans is shorthanded.
• Ace Bailey, UTA ($6,900) — Multi-position eligibility increases his value against a tough opponent.
• Maxime Raynaud, SAC ($6,300) — Rookie has been hot since the All-Star break and provides double-double upside.
• P.J. Washington, DAL ($6,000) — Expected to play over 30 minutes versus a depleted Lakers squad.

Value plays to consider

• Naz Reid, MIN ($5,800) — Opportunity grows with Jaden McDaniels out. Could see expanded role.
• Rui Hachimura, LAL ($4,500) — Injuries boost his playing time. Needs roughly 17 FanDuel points to hit 5x value.
• Jeremiah Fears ($5,800) — Immediate pivot option if Dejounte Murray is out for New Orleans.
• Saddiq Bey ($6,200) — Would gain value if Trey Murphy misses time.

Sacramento will install Devin Carter and Nique Clifford as starters while Russell Westbrook and Keegan Murray remain out. Malik Monk should also have impact minutes.

Final notes

Thunder starters may only need three quarters down the stretch. That could limit individual upside in blowout scenarios.

For Top NBA DFS Picks & Strategies for FanDuel on April 5, prioritize confirmed starters and monitor late injury updates. Filmogaz.com’s NBA News feed and injury pages are essential for last-minute changes.

Authors may play daily fantasy and use different strategies than those suggested here. Use your judgment when entering contests.