The NBA All-Star Game returns to the East vs West format. Although it was fun watching LeBron James handpick a winning lineup, now he’ll have to captain a team assigned to him again. However, the a weekend that has had a lot unfold, anything can happen! While defense may be at a premium today, scoring will not be. For your fantasy lineup, you need to focus on two aspects. Firstly, you need to determine who was selected with more of a defensive edge. Because of how this game usually goes, that’s a non-starter. Additionally, you need to pick someone who you think has a reason to show effort whenever they’re on the court today. Although players consider it an honor to be selected, they may be seen only going through the motions.
But where can you still find fantasy value for today’s game?
NBA All-Star Game Betting Odds and Details
| Team | Spread | Total | MoneyLine |
| West | -2.5 -110 |
O 358.5 -110 |
-135 |
| East | +2.5 -110 |
U 358.5 -110 |
+114 |
| ** Odds Courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook** | |||
NBA All-Star Game Obvious Starts
Nikola Jokic-C ($13,800 DK)
The Denver Nuggets center is someone who very well may just go through the motions. Jokic is not one to get caught up in the NBA All-Star Game festivities. But luckily his approach strangely carries over to this game. Even if he’s lazy on a couple of plays, he’ll score. Either at the one end, he’ll see plenty of putback opportunities, or rebounds from misses. Additionally, he should see plenty of open looks from three and a high assist amount.
Giannis Antetokounmpo– PF ($14,100 DK)
The Milwaukee Bucks player is one who will try no matter what. He’s going to play like it’s important and show his love and appreciation for the game of basketball. While he may not be a three-point shooter, transition and dunks are his game. And he’ll see plenty of chances in the open court today.
NBA All-Star Game Start ‘Em
LeBron James– SF ($11,400 DK)
The captain runs this conference and this league. Although he may be getting up in age, he’ll want to show who reigns as King in the NBA. While other stars are coming up, he’ll want to use this NBA All-Star game as an opportunity to show that he’s not quite ready to pass the torch on yet.
NBA All-Star Game Sit ‘Em
Kawhi Leonard-SF ($6,300 DK)
Unlike Jokic who clearly wouldn’t mind missing the NBA All-Star game, Leonard’s game doesn’t translate. He’ll need to want to go out and win the MVP if he’s going to give you high fantasy production. But when asked about his availability, he barely mumbled something about maybe playing in this game. Therefore, he’s too risky to add to your lineup today.
NBA All-Star Game Lock of the Day
Tyrese Haliburton-PG ($13,200 DK)
The game is taking place in front of the Indiana Pacers fans. This makes a difference! Especially if it is close, players will get the nod to please the crowd and keep everyone engaged. Haliburton will not want to disappoint in front of this NBA All-Star Game crowd. You can look for him to have a monster fantasy day!
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