The NBA is BACK! We have a solid NBA slate loaded with cash game locks and high-upside GPP fliers, and these NBA DFS picks could make or break your lineup. It’s not just about playing it safe — it’s about playing it smart. That’s why we’re leveraging Stokastic’s NBA DFS projections, NBA DFS ownership projections and Sims tools to squeeze every edge out of tonight’s matchups. Let’s break it all down!
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NBA DFS GPP Picks: Best Cash Game & Quick Picks for EVERY GAME
Chalk and Cash Game sections with N/A indicate there are no real high-ownership value plays for that particular game. Look to other matchups for these contests.
| Game | Chalk Pick | GPP Leverage Pick | Cash Game Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtics-76ers | N/A | Jrue Holiday ($4,400) 4.6% owned 5.04x value, 27.8 mins | N/A |
| Hornets-Nuggets | Nick Smith Jr. ($4,500) 20.4% owned 5.30x value, 28.6 mins | Jusuf Nurkic ($4,300) 3.0% owned 5.44x value, 19.3 mins | Elfrid Payton ($4,000) 21.3% owned 7.00x value, 26.9 mins |
| Bulls-Knicks | Precious Achiuwa ($5,700) 27.6% owned 5.52x value, 32.0 mins | Mikal Bridges ($6,400) 6.1% owned 4.83x value, 35.3 mins | Karl-Anthony Towns ($9,700) 52.1% owned 5.88x value, 35.4 mins |
| Grizzlies-Pacers | Myles Turner ($6,000) 18.5% owned 5.77x value, 30.7 mins | Tyrese Haliburton ($8,000) 9.9% owned 5.13x value, 33.1 mins | Myles Turner ($6,000) 18.5% owned 5.77x value, 30.7 mins |
| Magic-Hawks | Onyeka Okongwu ($6,100) 17.8% owned 5.42x value, 29.3 mins | Goga Bitadze ($4,600) 5.9% owned 5.12x value, 20.5 mins | Franz Wagner ($8,600) 12.8% owned 5.11x value, 33.1 mins |
| Cavaliers-Nets | N/A | De’Andre Hunter ($4,900) 3.9% owned 5.09x value, 27.2 mins | N/A |
| Suns-Spurs | De’Aaron Fox ($7,900) 50.9% owned 5.68x value, 35.2 mins | Devin Booker ($9,000) 3.2% owned 4.83x value, 37.3 mins | Chris Paul ($5,300) 34.1% owned 5.75x value, 29.3 mins |
| Clippers-Bucks | N/A | Ivica Zubac ($7,500) 6.5% owned 5.12x value, 32.3 mins | N/A |
| Lakers-Trail Blazers | N/A | Anfernee Simons ($6,500) 7.0% owned 4.83x value, 32.0 mins | N/A |
NBA DFS Tools and Data for 2025
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Beyond just checking ROI, the Single-Lineup Simulator provides critical data like how often your lineup finishes first, lands in the top 10, or simply cashes across thousands of simulations. This is the ultimate tool for refining your single-entry strategy and maximizing your NBA DFS performance.
Daily Fantasy Pick’em Optimizers for PrizePicks, Underdog Fantasy, and DraftKings Pick6
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Build optimized lineups with just a few clicks! You control how chalky or contrarian your builds are, lock in key players, and generate high-quality lineups that can be easily saved, exported, or entered into contests.
Create a lineup pool that matches ownership projections for any NBA slate. This tool lets you compare projected vs. actual ownership, while the “Boost Ownership” feature fine-tunes player exposure for optimal contest performance.
Run thousands of pre-contest simulations to analyze simulated ROI and key performance metrics before lock. Quickly identify your strongest lineups and adjust accordingly for maximum edge.
Winning at DFS requires long-term analysis. The Post-Contest Simulator runs thousands of simulations using actual contest lineups, providing deep insights into lineup strategies, projections, and ownership data. It’s the perfect tool for spotting trends and improving over time.
NBA Data + Projections
Stokastic’s industry-leading NBA DFS projections continue to provide the most precise and advanced insights for daily fantasy contests. Developed by expert DFS players with millions in winnings, our NBA projections give you the edge needed to dominate every slate.
