Oftentimes, the higher-priced stars aren't worth their DraftKings salaries. That won't be the case on Wednesday in the NBA.
The New Orleans Pelicans' Anthony Davis ($10,300) is the superstar to tab for DraftKings players on Wednesday. Davis and the Pels host the Portland Trail Blazers. In two games this season, Portland hasn't found an answer for the Unibrow.
Davis is averaging 26.5 points, 10 rebounds, 3.5 blocks and a steal in those contests. That stat line has been good for an average of 50 fantasy points per game (FPPG). Portland is allowing 102.7 points per game, so the Pelicans shouldn't have trouble scoring.
With Davis as the team's No. 1 option, that should lead to several prime scoring opportunities. Also, the Blazers are 5-13 on the road, which makes a Pels win more likely. Davis is averaging 23.5 points and 12.9 rebounds per game in victories.
The rebound numbers are plus-3.3 in wins over losses. Expect a huge day for Davis. Here's a breakdown of the top five fantasy producers for Wednesday.
Brandon Knight ($7,300)
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