Success in NBA DFS starts with using the best tools available, and Stokastic’s NBA DFS projections, NBA DFS ownership projections and Sims tools give you a real edge over the field. Whether you’re focused on GPPs or cash games, these tools help you lock in the top plays and make smarter lineup decisions.
Staying on top of news is just as crucial. Late scratches and starting lineup changes can completely shift the slate, which is why the NBA DFS Starting Lineups Page is essential. It updates in real time, so you can react quickly, make sharp adjustments, and optimize your lineups with confidence right up until lock.
NBA DFS GPP Picks: Best Cash Game & Quick Picks for EVERY GAME
If you see “N/A” in the Chalk and Cash Game sections, it means there are no clear high-ownership value plays or standout contrarian options for that slate.
| Game | Chalk Pick | GPP Leverage Pick | Cash Game Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulls-Cavaliers | Darius Garland ($7,500) 47.3% owned 5.17x value, 32.8 mins | Nikola Vucevic ($7,700) 6.6% owned 4.79x value, 31.3 mins | Evan Mobley ($8,700) 36.2% owned 5.18x value, 31.4 mins |
| Grizzlies-Hornets | Mark Williams ($7,200) 26.5% owned 5.60x value, 29.8 mins | Jaren Jackson Jr. ($8,200) 6.5% owned 4.73x value, 31.2 mins | Mark Williams ($7,200) 26.5% owned 5.60x value, 29.8 mins |
| Wizards-Pacers | Tristan Vukcevic ($4,800) 26.3% owned 5.55x value, 23.2 mins | Aaron Nesmith ($5,300) 5.3% owned 4.47x value, 25.7 mins | Carlton Carrington ($5,800) 20.6% owned 5.06x value, 31.5 mins |
| Hawks-Magic | Franz Wagner ($8,500) 47.7% owned 5.20x value, 34.7 mins | Wendell Carter Jr. ($5,000) 3.3% owned 5.14x value, 26.7 mins | Paolo Banchero ($9,800) 31.2% owned 4.88x value, 35.8 mins |
| Pelicans-Nets | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Celtics-Knicks | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Timberwolves-Bucks | N/A | Brook Lopez ($6,200) 2.2% owned 4.84x value, 33.5 mins | N/A |
| Lakers-Thunder | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Warriors-Suns | Bradley Beal ($6,700) 23.8% owned 4.56x value, 31.8 mins | Draymond Green ($6,300) 5.9% owned 4.76x value, 29.3 mins | Bradley Beal ($6,700) 23.8% owned 4.56x value, 31.8 mins |
| Spurs-Clippers | N/A | Norman Powell ($6,500) 9.3% owned 4.81x value, 31.0 mins | N/A |
NBA DFS Tools and Data for 2025
When it comes to single-entry DFS, sharp strategy beats blind guesses every time. That’s where Stokastic’s NBA Single-Lineup Simulator comes in. This tool runs thousands of simulations to test your lineup’s performance—showing whether it’s +EV or leaking value before lock. It uses the same high-level data that powers Stokastic’s top tools to show your lineup’s chance of cashing, top 10 finishes, and even tournament wins. If you’re serious about single-entry success, this is the edge you need.
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Dial in your slate-specific player pool using projected ownership insights. Adjust exposures, compare expected vs. actual ownership, and use the Boost Ownership tool to sharpen your leverage plays.
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- Analyze your strategy and lineup decisions
- Break down ownership trends and contest dynamics
- Apply sharper adjustments moving forward
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