Your guide to fantasy basketball lineups for tonight`s games. We provide top recommendations, including players to stream, injury updates, and player projections for the evening.
Key Takeaways for Monday`s NBA Games
Tonight`s NBA schedule features just two games, coinciding with the NCAA men`s national championship game. A particularly interesting matchup is the Sacramento Kings at Detroit Pistons, featuring Domantas Sabonis against Cade Cunningham.
Since their last encounter, the Kings have experienced significant changes, including a coaching change and player trades, resulting in a transformed team. Conversely, the Pistons have shown considerable improvement this season, aiming for the playoffs and with Cunningham in contention for Most Improved Player. An intriguing betting opportunity stands out in this game.
Let`s examine this game and the other matchup to pinpoint potential fantasy basketball streaming choices and betting angles for Monday.
Top Fantasy Basketball Stream Team for Monday
Isaiah Stewart, C/PF, Pistons (Available in most leagues): With Jalen Duren absent, Stewart remains crucial to the Pistons` lineup. He recently scored 51 fantasy points in 34 minutes against Memphis and averages impressive stats per 40 minutes. Monitor Duren`s status to determine Stewart`s streaming value.
Jared Butler, SG, Philadelphia 76ers (Widely available): Butler continues to capitalize on the 76ers` injury situation. Over his last 15 games, he`s averaged strong numbers in points, rebounds, assists, and steals in nearly 29 minutes per game. Expect him to be active against the Heat.
Davion Mitchell, PG, Miami Heat (Widely available): Despite coming off the bench, Mitchell receives significant playing time for the Heat. He has consistently played over 30 minutes and scored 30+ fantasy points in recent games, contributing across all statistical categories. Facing the injury-plagued 76ers, Mitchell is well-positioned for continued success.
Ausar Thompson, SF/PF, Pistons (Available in over half of leagues): Thompson has secured a starting role for the Pistons and is an excellent streaming option due to his all-around contributions. He`s been playing 30+ minutes and scoring 40+ fantasy points in recent games. He should play a key role for the Pistons tonight.
Moody`s Top Bets for Monday
Bam Adebayo OVER 35.5 Points, Rebounds, and Assists (-125)
Adebayo has been performing strongly, exceeding this combined stat line in most of his recent games. He`s averaging significant field goal attempts, rebound chances, and potential assists. With the 76ers struggling against centers and Tyler Herro`s uncertain status, Adebayo could see an even larger role.
Heat OVER 114.5 Total Points (-115)
The Heat`s offense has been potent lately, ranking high in offensive rating over their last several games and exceeding this point total in most. The 76ers` defense has struggled throughout the season. Given Philadelphia`s key player absences, the Heat are favored to score heavily.
Domantas Sabonis OVER 25.5 Points and Assists (-110)
The Pistons` frontcourt is uncertain with injuries, creating an opportunity for Sabonis. Despite recently falling short of this combined stat line, Sabonis has a high usage rate for the Kings. With the Pistons focused on playoff readiness, they might be vulnerable, and they allow a high number of assists to centers, favoring Sabonis` scoring and playmaking.
Projections and Injury Updates
Basketball Power Index by ESPN Analytics. Injury information from Rotowire.com. Betting Odds by ESPN BET. Players in italics are widely available in fantasy leagues.
Sacramento Kings at Detroit Pistons
7 p.m. ET on NBA TV
Line: Kings +6.5 (-105) | Pistons -6.5 (-115)
Money line: Kings +220 | Pistons -270
Total: 230.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Pistons by 2.6, 59% win probability, 234.8 total points.
Injury Report:
Kings: Keegan Murray (Questionable – Thumb); Jake LaRavia (Questionable – Thumb)
Pistons: Jalen Duren (Questionable – Lower Leg); Tobias Harris (Questionable – Heel); Jaden Ivey (Out – Lower Leg)
Kings Projections:
- Domantas Sabonis, PF/C: 40.0 Fantasy Points (18.3 points, 12.4 rebounds, 6.1 assists)
- DeMar DeRozan, SF/PF: 39.0 Fantasy Points (24.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 5.1 assists)
- Zach LaVine, SG/SF: 31.5 Fantasy Points (20.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 2.9 3-pointers)
- Malik Monk, PG/SG/PF: 24.5 Fantasy Points (12.9 points, 2.3 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.8 3-pointers)
- Keegan Murray, SF/PF: 22.6 Fantasy Points (12.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 2.0 3-pointers)
- Keon Ellis, SG: 17.8 Fantasy Points (7.8 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.8 assists)
- Trey Lyles, PF: 16.5 Fantasy Points (7.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists)
Pistons Projections:
- Cade Cunningham, PG/SG: 46.1 Fantasy Points (25.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 7.5 assists, 2.0 3-pointers)
- Dennis Schroder, PG: 29.5 Fantasy Points (14.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, 5.5 assists, 1.8 3-pointers)
- Jalen Duren, C: 25.4 Fantasy Points (11.8 points, 8.9 rebounds, 2.5 assists)
- Ausar Thompson, SF/PF: 22.5 Fantasy Points (10.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.2 assists)
- Malik Beasley, SG: 22.2 Fantasy Points (12.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 3.2 3-pointers)
- Tim Hardaway Jr., SG/SF: 20.0 Fantasy Points (11.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 2.0 3-pointers)
- Tobias Harris, SF/PF: 18.8 Fantasy Points (7.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.2 assists)
Philadelphia 76ers at Miami Heat
7:30 p.m. ET
Line: 76ers +13.5 (-110) | Heat -13.5 (-110)
Money line: 76ers +600 | Heat -900
Total: 213.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Heat by 12.1, 83% win probability, 216.9 total points.
Injury Report:
76ers: Andre Drummond (Questionable – Toe); Justin Edwards (Questionable – Ribs); Kelly Oubre Jr. (Questionable – Knee); Kyle Lowry (Questionable – Hip); Eric Gordon (Out – Wrist); Jared McCain (Out – Knee); Joel Embiid (Out – Knee); Paul George (Out – Groin); Tyrese Maxey (Out – Finger)
Heat: Andrew Wiggins (Questionable – Hamstring); Kevin Love (Questionable – Personal); Nikola Jovic (Questionable – Hand); Tyler Herro (Questionable – Thigh); Dru Smith (Out – Achilles)
76ers Projections:
- Quentin Grimes, SG: 31.4 Fantasy Points (16.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 2.8 3-pointers)
- Jared Butler, SG: 24.7 Fantasy Points (13.0 points, 2.6 rebounds, 4.2 assists)
- Lonnie Walker IV, SG: 22.9 Fantasy Points (12.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.8 3-pointers)
- Adem Bona, C: 17.6 Fantasy Points (7.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 2.5 blocks)
- Justin Edwards, SF: 16.6 Fantasy Points (6.5 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.6 assists)
- Jeff Dowtin Jr., PG: 15.3 Fantasy Points (7.4 points, 1.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists)
- Ricky Council IV, SG: 14.2 Fantasy Points (8.6 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists)
Heat Projections:
- Bam Adebayo, PF/C: 42.3 Fantasy Points (21.4 points, 9.4 rebounds, 4.7 assists)
- Tyler Herro, PG/SG: 41.0 Fantasy Points (24.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5.2 assists, 3.2 3-pointers)
- Davion Mitchell, PG: 23.5 Fantasy Points (11.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, 4.7 assists)
- Andrew Wiggins, SF/PF: 23.1 Fantasy Points (14.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.8 3-pointers)
- Pelle Larsson, SG: 18.3 Fantasy Points (9.4 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists)
- Kel`el Ware, C: 17.9 Fantasy Points (7.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.1 assists)
- Duncan Robinson, SF: 17.1 Fantasy Points (9.1 points, 1.8 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 2.2 3-pointers)