NBA DFS Picks: FanDuel Plays and Strategy for Monday, February 10

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Updated on February 10, 2025 4:32PM EST

The NBA is loading up with games as they prepare for the All-Star break, and we have a large 10-game slate on tap for Monday, and FanDuel's featured slate contains all 10 contests. Action begins with a 7:00 p.m. ET tipoff.

SLATE OVERVIEW

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INJURIES

For all the latest updates, visit RotoWire's NBA Injury News page and our comprehensive NBA Injury Report. Below are some of the most recent and relevant injuries for Monday. Keep in mind that this is not a complete list. Use your best judgment when evaluating ongoing injury scenarios elsewhere on the slate.

MIL Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) - OUT

Antetokounmpo is projected to be out through the All-Star break, leaving a few impact players who should put up decent numbers. Gary Trent ($4,200) showed up with 41.7 FDFP in his most recent game, and Kyle Kuzma ($6,200) should also have an impact. Bobby Portis' ($8,500) salary is too high relative to his potential production right now.

DAL Anthony Davis (groin) - OUT

DAL P.J. Washington (ankle) - QUESTIONABLE

Davis' first game with the Mavs was encouraging, but an injury during the third quarter will now put Davis on ice for a month. It may take a game or two to rely on a steady replacement for him, so I would avoid a pivot when we have plenty of other options to target.

LAL LeBron James (ankle) - QUESTIONABLE

LAL Luka Doncic (calf) - QUESTIONABLE

Monday's status for the duo could signal a shutdown through the All-Star break for James and Doncic, although the home crowd would love to see their newest acquisition take the court. If the absences continue, expect Austin Reaves ($8,400) and Rui Hachimura ($6,100) to step up.

CHA LaMelo Ball (calf) - QUESTIONABLE

CHA Nick Smith (back) - QUESTIONABLE

If these tags hold, look for Elfrid Payton's ($4,100) usage to spike somewhat.

BOS Jayson Tatum (kneecap) - QUESTIONABLE

BOS Jaylen Brown (knee) - QUESTIONABLE

BOS Jrue Holiday (shoulder) - OUT

Tatum and Holiday are most likely out, making Brown the player to watch out for. Derrick White ($6,600) and Sam Hauser ($3,900) are both reasonable pivots.

ATL Trae Young (Achilles) - Probable

ATL Jalen Johnson (shoulder) - OFS

I'll stick with Dyson Daniels ($8,100) as the target for Atlanta. The frontcourt is still working out a suitable rotation after the trade deadline and Johnson's diagnosis.

MIN Anthony Edwards (hip) - QUESTIONABLE

MIN Mike Conley (finger) - QUESTIONABLE

MIN Julius Randle (thigh) - OUT

We could see Edwards take the floor Monday, so while I'll refrain from naming a pivot for him, I'll gladly lock up Jaden McDaniels ($6,800).

GSW Stephen Curry (quad) - QUESTIONABLE

This wouldn't be the first time for a Curry tag near the break, as he sometimes elects to take one or two games off before the All-Star game. Slot in Brandin Podziemski ($5,600) if Curry can't make it.

ELITE PLAYERS

Four of seven players with five-figure salaries on today's slate carry an injury designation. Victor Wembanyama ($12,00) and De'Aaron Fox ($9,000) have a great matchup against the Wizards, so they'll headline the list of healthy elites.

Damian Lillard ($9,500) is my favorite choice in the $9k range, as he's notorious for notching superior totals when Antetokounmpo is absent. Pressure will be on Kyrie Irving ($8,700) to keep Dallas afloat, and I also like Miles Bridges ($8,400) in a soft matchup against Brooklyn.

Also consider: Franz Wagner, ORL ($8,600) vs. ATL

EXPECTED CHALK AND OTHER TARGETS

Daniel Gafford, DAL ($7,500) vs. SAC

Although the Mavericks installed Anthony Davis at the four to begin his tenure, his loss will force Gafford to carry a heavier load. Gafford is still the starter amid the numerous absences, and P.J. Washington's potential absence will also help out Gafford's bottom line.

Draymond Green, GSW ($6,300) @ MIL

Although Green is dealing with a neck injury, I doubt he'll miss this game against Milwaukee. Antetokounmpo's absence makes the Bucks vulnerable in the interior, and it should be a good night for Green to post his customary multi-category line, especially if the Warriors lack Stephen Curry's support.

Jordan Clarkson, UTA ($6,200) @ LAL

The Lakers may shut down their best players heading into the break, and with Collin Sexton still sidelined, Clarkson is set up well for a good number on the road.

Toumani Camara, POR ($5,800) @ DEN

Although Camara and the Trail Blazers have a tough matchup, Portland is playing very well currently, and most of the team's starters have DFS value moving forward. Camara might have a slightly easier time with Michael Porter's injury tag looming. I also like Jerami Grant ($5,500) at his current cost.

Also consider: John Collins, UTA ($7,100) @ LAL, Anfernee Simons, POR ($6,800) @ DEN

VALUE PLAYS

I've listed my preferred targets under $6,000, with a player for each position. It's important not to overload here but to use these players to offset your more expensive selections.

PG/SG Stephon Castle, SAS ($5,300)

SG/PG Buddy Hield, GSW ($4,900)

SF/PF Dorian Finney-Smith, LAL ($4,200)

PF/C Jarred Vanderbilt, LAL ($4,300)

C Al Horford, BOS ($4,300)

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