NBA DFS (Monday, February 10) Value Plays & Best Picks: Cash & GPP Options

Matt Brandon, Sean Cruzen | Feb 10, 2025

Boston Celtics forward / center Al Horford / Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

In today's DFS report, we're looking for bargains and steals! Guys who are going to light it up without breaking the bank. Building a winning NBA DFS lineup starts with finding hidden gems. In this daily segment, we’re not focusing on the overhyped superstars, we're digging deep for diamonds in the rough. The players we highlight are primed to drop bombs and rack up fantasy points. Ditch the doubt, trust the stats, and load up on these under-the-radar value players. Your wallet will thank you, and your team will be straight fire!

With the NFL season in the rearview mirror, the NBA now takes center stage. Tonight’s nine-game slate is packed with potential. Injury reports are littered with questionable tags on key players, meaning backups could become prime DFS options if the stars sit. Since this is an early breakdown, we’re steering clear of the uncertainty—at least for now. In NBA terms, a "questionable" tag often leans closer to "probable," but it’s best to wait for official updates before making moves. Meanwhile, the NBA trade deadline has shaken up rotations across the league, creating fresh value plays as teams test out their new assets.

Here are today's three baller bargains for your DFS lineup you can use to dominate on Monday night.

All prices are courtesy of DraftKings and FanDuel.

PF Al Horford, Boston Celtics at Miami Heat ($3,900 DK) | ($4,300 FD)

Kristaps Porzingis sat out of Boston's 27-point thrashing of the New York Knicks Saturday night at the Garden and Al Horford started. Although KP may be back and Horford didn't have an insanely productive evening (five points, eight rebounds, and one assist in 31 minutes), Horford could be leaned on more significantly tonight against the Heat. With Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown both questionable, Horford could be asked to do more on the offensive end of the floor. Not to mention, Jrue Holiday is still sidelined.

Horford may be more of a GPP play than a Cash play due to his low floor. He's only averaging 5.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists over his last 10 games. However, just a few games ago against the Eastern Conference leaders, the Cleveland Cavaliers, Horford put together a massive double-double, finishing with 13 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, and one blocked shot for 33 fantasy points. With Big Al, DFS managers are freeing up cap space to get a top-tier stud in their lineups. And Horford could easily deliver 25+ fantasy points with an increased opportunity.

SF / PF Kyle Kuzma, Milwaukee Bucks vs Golden State Warriors ($5,300 DK) | ($6,200 FD)

Kyle Kuzma is set to crack the starting lineup again tonight, making him a strong value option for DFS lineups. In his first two games with the Bucks, he’s seen significant floor time, including a hefty 36 minutes yesterday against the 76ers. He made the most of it, posting a solid 13-point, 8-rebound, 5-assist stat line. With big minutes expected, Kuzma remains a top target in the value tier.

Pretty pair of buckets from Kyle Kuzma. pic.twitter.com/Cw8D1MnJFQ

— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) February 9, 2025

Tonight, he faces a Pacers defense that’s suspect at best, making his high-usage role even more appealing. Plus, the Pacers play at one of the fastest paces in the NBA which should mean more possessions for Kuzma and the Bucks. Dual eligibility, bargain pricing, and an expanded opportunity? That’s a DFS slam dunk. “Swaggy Buckets” has looked rejuvenated since the move, and the models love him, projecting 33 minutes, 36.45 FPTS, and a manageable 13.5% RST%. At a massive 6.8x value, Kuzma is our best bet of the night. Get him in your lineup, bring the swag, and grab the cash.

SF De'Andre Hunter, Cleveland Cavaliers vs Minnesota Timberwolves ($5,200 DK) | ($6,000 FD)

NBA fantasy managers are eagerly looking forward to Hunter's debut with the Cavs against Minnesota tonight. The sixth-year veteran, who averaged 19.0 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 37 games with the Hawks, is set to contribute immediately to the best team in the East. Hunter, who is shooting a career-best 39.3% from beyond the arc, has been red-hot of late from deep, converting 10-19 (52.6%) in February, At $5,200 on DraftKings, he is a top-value target to hit at least 3+ from three-point range before the home town fans.

Fantasy on SI’s Take:

These three players are game-changers for building a winning lineup on Monday’s NBA schedule. All three players offer serious value. They are clutch picks that will free up cap space and offer salary flexibility for you to add top-tier stars at other positions. 

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