NBA DFS Top Plays for 10/30/23

Nikola Jokic (C – DEN): $11,800 DraftKings, $12,100 FanDuel

Nikola Jokic has been a DFS powerhouse for years, and he’s showing no signs of slowing down in the 2023 season. In his first three games, he’s consistently delivered a minimum of 49 fantasy points per game, boasting an impressive average of nearly 60 DraftKings points each outing. While this might be slightly below his average from the previous season, make no mistake, Jokic remains one of the safest bets on any DFS slate.

What sets Jokic apart is his history of dominating the Utah Jazz, with an astonishing average of almost 70 DK points per game against them over the past five years. As the Denver Nuggets head into their second game of a back-to-back series, Jokic’s workload remains manageable. In their recent victory over the Thunder, he only played 30 minutes but still managed to accumulate 48.3 fantasy points. As long as he’s on the court, Jokic’s ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game solidifies his position as the top center to target.

Damian Lillard (PG – MIL): $9,800 DraftKings, $10,000 FanDuel

The landscape gets interesting when we look at Damian Lillard‘s situation. There’s a chance that Giannis Antetokounmpo will rest against Miami, though it’s not confirmed yet. If that’s the case, Lillard could find himself with a sky-high usage rate in this game.

In his Milwaukee debut, Lillard amassed an impressive 57 DK points, and we could see something similar in this matchup. With the likelihood of Giannis resting, Lillard could enjoy 40 minutes on the court, take 20-25 shots, and boast a 30 percent usage rate. While facing Miami’s defense can be daunting, the motivation stemming from offseason trade talks could fuel Lillard’s performance.

Jalen Duren (C – DET): $7,100 DraftKings, $8,000 FanDuel

Keep an eye on Jalen Duren, a rising star who’s on the verge of becoming a $9,000 player. This young talent has been making waves in the NBA, despite not even being only 19 years old. So far this season he’s consistently delivered, racking up at least 45 DraftKings points in all three games and maintaining an impressive season average of over 50 fantasy points.

Facing off against the Oklahoma City Thunder, who rank 26th in opposing center matchups, Duren could shine even brighter. The Thunder’s lack of frontcourt depth behind Chet Holmgren could provide Duren with the opportunity to dominate.

Other High-Priced Studs

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (PG – OKC): $10,600 DraftKings, $11,800 FanDuel

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a lackluster performance on Sunday, but don’t let that discourage you. This star player is poised for a bounce-back game tonight. SGA kicked off the season with impressive performances, notching 66 and 60 DraftKings points in the first two games. Moving forward, he’s a strong candidate to maintain an average of around 50 points.

What makes this even more enticing is the matchup tonight. Detroit struggled defensively last season, ranking 27th in defensive efficiency. In their previous encounter, SGA dropped an impressive 59 DK points. Keep a close eye on SGA for your DFS lineup.

Luka Doncic (PG – DAL): $12,000 DraftKings, $12,500 FanDuel

Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks’ standout, is set to put up monster numbers this season. The question remains: can he sustain this level of play, or will he eventually run out of gas as he has in the past? So far, the signs are incredibly positive. Luka has been the fantasy basketball king, scoring a whopping 72 and 78 DraftKings points in his first two games.

With a 40 percent usage rate and the ball in his hands on virtually every possession, he’s a nightmare for opponents. Memphis, facing Luka and the Mavericks, appears to be one of the weakest teams in the league during this opening week. Keep Luka on your radar for your DFS lineup; he’s poised to deliver big once again.