Fantasy basketball streamers and NBA betting cheat sheet for Wednesday
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By Jim McCormick and Kyle Soppe
Valuing Vassell: All signs point to Devin Vassell (86% available) returning from a one game absence (groin) and he's been more productive than most seem willing to admit. He has scored at least 10 points in six straight and has either a block or steal all 13 games he's appeared in since February 1. He's shooting 37.5% at home this season and with the Spurs ranking top 5 in pace of play, there's streaming intrigue here given that San Antonio plays three home games in the next four days.
Save on Smart: Jayson Tatum deservedly gets the headlines in Boston, but don't lose track of Marcus Smart ($6,500 on DraftKings) if you're trying for a unique build tonight. He's averaged 13.8 points, 2.5 made 3's and 7.7 assists following the All Star Break and he finds himself in a pace up spot against a Hornets team on the second night of a back-to-back.
Star Stash: It's time to roster Michael Porter Jr., as the gifted forward could return to action in the next few weeks. Rostered in just 55% of leagues, even a slow reintegration to the Nuggets' lineup could result in some big scoring outings by the end of the month.
Campaigning: The Suns pulled off a close road win in Orlando last night thanks to some deft playmaking from Cameron Payne (available in 78% of leagues).