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Guard
Jimmy Butler, MIN vs. LAL ($43): Butler is finally becoming the go-to player on this Minnesota roster, as he's essentially back in his Chicago role. Not only does he have at least 28 fantasy points in 18 straight games, Butler is regularly playing 40 minutes a game. The recent production has been monstrous too, as he's averaging over 45 fantasy points across his last 15 games. The matchup may be the best part about using Butler though, as he faces a Lakers defense that is allowing 125 points a game across their last four games.
Andrew Wiggins, MIN vs. LAL ($26): Wiggins is a tough sell in fantasy with so many weapons on this team, but he's better than this price would indicate. In fact, Wiggins is averaging over 28 fantasy points per game for the season, which is good value for a $26 player. What's truly enticing is the matchup though, as he faces a Lakers defense that allows the second most fantasy points to opposing shooting guards. In addition, Wiggins averaged 45 fantasy points per game in his four meetings against the Lakers last season.
Josh Hart, LAL at MIN ($10): With so many injuries on the Lakers, Hart has found himself in a prominent role. Not only is he starting, Hart is averaging over 32 minutes played across his last five games, The fantasy production has been great too, as he's scored at least 22 fantasy points in four of his last five games, while averaging 25 fantasy points per game in that span. That's incredible production for a player at minimum salary, and he gets a spectacular matchup against a Timberwolves defense that ranks 26th in defensive efficiency.
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Guard to Avoid
Justin Holiday, CHI vs. POR ($18): Since Nikola Mirotic returned from suspension and Kris Dunn has taken over this team, Holiday has seen a major decrease in his role. In fact, Holiday has only reached 30 fantasy points twice in his last 12 games, as he's regularly scoring in the low 20's in terms of fantasy points. Portland has a defense worth avoiding too, as they rank third in defensive efficiency.
Forward
Kyle Kuzma, LAL at MIN ($31): Kuzma is stating his case for Rookie of the Year, and he's in the best stretch of his young career right now. In fact, Kuzma is averaging over 36 fantasy points across his last 11 games. That's absurd production from a $31 player and it should continue with the likes of Lonzo Ball and Brook Lopez out of the lineup. The matchup is tasty too, as he faces a Minnesota Timberwolves defense that allows the fifth most fantasy points to opposing power forwards.
Jonathon Simmons, ORL at BRK ($25): Simmons has become one of the most valuable players in this offense, and his role should only increase with Nikola Vucevic injured, The last two games shows Simmons' potential, as he played at least 35 minutes in both games while dropping 29 fantasy points in each. His ability to stuff the stat sheet is especially intriguing in a matchup like this, as he faces a Nets defense that ranks 28th in pace and 27th in total defense.
Julius Randle, LAL at MIN ($18): Randle is the direct beneficiary of the Lopez injury, as he's been used as the Lakers' go-to post player. It's led to the best stretch of his season too, as he's scored at least 25 fantasy points in five of his last six games. Aside from one dud in that stretch, Randle is averaging 37 fantasy points per game. Minnesota present a fantastic matchup for someone like Randle, as the team is allowing the fifth most fantasy points to opposing power forwards.
Forward to Avoid
Al-Farouq Aminu, POR at CHI ($17): Aminu has been a tough sell for fantasy, as he's had a hard time finding any rhythm since he returned from injury. Not only is he averaging under 23 fantasy points per game, he's only surpassed 27 fantasy points four times all season. That's terrible upside from a $17 player, and now he has to face a Chicago defense that has been one of the best defenses in the league during a stretch in which they've won 10 of their last 13 games.
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Center
Karl-Anthony Towns, MIN vs. LAL ($46): The center position on this four-game slate is extremely thin, so using a reliable guy like Towns is one key to success. His recent form is what makes him such a good option, as he's averaging 51 fantasy points per game across his last 12 outings. He should destroy this struggling defense too, as the Lakers allow the seventh most fantasy points to opposing centers.
Center to Avoid
Robin Lopez, CHI vs. POR ($15): While Lopez has provided solid value throughout the year, he simply doesn't have enough upside for tournaments. That's evident by the fact that he's only reached 20 fantasy points once in his last five games, and he's not a big factor in the Bulls offense. The matchup against Portland is scary too, as they've ranked as a top five defense for the majority of the season.
