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NBA DFS GPP Picks: Best Cash Game & Quick Picks for EVERY GAME
When you see “N/A” in the Chalk and Cash Game sections, it means no clear high-ownership value plays or strong contrarian GPP targets stand out in that game. In those cases, it’s often best to redirect your focus elsewhere, maximizing your edge where opportunities are clearer.
| Game | Chalk Pick | GPP Leverage Pick | Cash Game Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heat-Knicks | N/A | Miles McBride ($5,500) 3.7% owned 4.98x value, 32.3 mins | N/A |
| 76ers-Rockets | N/A | Oshae Brissett (PF/C, $4,000) 1.3% owned 5.20x value, 23.4 mins | N/A |
| Pacers-Timberwolves | Obi Toppin ($3,600) 43.1% owned 7.22x value, 25.7 mins | Aaron Nesmith ($5,300) 1.9% owned 4.79x value, 30.8 mins | Obi Toppin ($3,600) 43.1% owned 7.22x value, 25.7 mins |
| Pistons-Pelicans | Cade Cunningham ($9,800) 17.5% owned 4.97x value, 33.5 mins | Dennis Schroder ($4,800) 3.3% owned 5.26x value, 24.1 mins | Cade Cunningham ($9,800) 17.5% owned 4.97x value, 33.5 mins |
| Bulls-Jazz | Kevin Huerter ($5,200) 33.6% owned 5.81x value, 31.4 mins | Isaiah Collier ($6,100) 6.3% owned 5.11x value, 29.4 mins | Nikola Vucevic ($7,300) 41.1% owned 5.90x value, 30.4 mins |
| Nuggets-Warriors | Draymond Green ($5,900) 22.8% owned 5.40x value, 30.3 mins | Michael Porter Jr. ($6,400) 2.9% owned 4.88x value, 34.4 mins | Draymond Green ($5,900) 22.8% owned 5.40x value, 30.3 mins |
| Raptors-Suns | N/A | Nick Richards ($4,400) 3.5% owned 5.22x value, 20.5 mins | N/A |
| Grizzlies-Kings | Scotty Pippen Jr. ($4,700) 33.5% owned 5.99x value, 26.3 mins | Keegan Murray ($5,900) 0.3% owned 4.44x value, 33.4 mins | Scotty Pippen Jr. ($4,700) 33.5% owned 5.99x value, 26.3 mins |
| Wizards-Trail Blazers | Justin Champagnie ($5,400) 26.5% owned 5.66x value, 31.2 mins | Alexandre Sarr ($6,500) 3.5% owned 4.92x value, 28.0 mins | Deni Avdija ($7,100) 34.0% owned 5.62x value, 33.5 mins |
| Spurs-Lakers | Luka Doncic ($12,000) 52.4% owned 5.53x value, 34.7 mins | Austin Reaves ($8,900) 6.3% owned 5.01x value, 34.5 mins | Luka Doncic ($12,000) 52.4% owned 5.53x value, 34.7 mins |
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NBA DFS Tools and Data for 2025
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Build optimized NBA DFS lineups in seconds. Adjust chalk exposure, lock in key players, and generate high-quality lineups that can be saved, exported, and entered into contests effortlessly.
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NBA Data + Projections
Stokastic’s industry-leading NBA DFS projections deliver the most precise, actionable data available. From player performance projections to real-time updates, these insights give you the edge needed to build sharper, more profitable lineups.
