Fantasy basketball selections, daily fantasy sports insights, and wagering advice for Friday’s NBA matchups.

ESPN’s daily fantasy basketball cheat sheet serves as your go-to resource prior to finalizing your lineups for the evening’s matchups. Here, you will find our top recommendations for the night, including a list of players available for streaming along with injury updates for each game.

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Key information for Friday’s games

This Friday night in the NBA features a packed schedule with eight games, including two contests where both teams are competing for playoff positioning.

The Phoenix Suns have achieved four consecutive victories, bringing them within one game of the No. 6 seed in the Western Conference and just two games shy of the No. 3 seed. They will be on the road to challenge the Toronto Raptors, who have slipped to the No. 7 seed in the East, just one game behind the fifth seed. Both teams are in need of a win, and with the visiting team on a winning streak, this matchup has the narrowest point spread of the night at 4.5 points.

The second-tightest spread is for the Minnesota Timberwolves as they face the Golden State Warriors. The Timberwolves have dropped three consecutive games, placing them at the No. 6 seed in the West, while they visit the ninth-seeded Warriors, who are in a tight race with the LA Clippers and the Portland Trail Blazers. This is another crucial game for both teams, with the road team favored, presenting ample opportunities for standout performances.

All these narratives and many more will unfold tonight. As always, we will delve deeper into the action to pinpoint fantasy streamers, intriguing betting angles, and DFS options for this TGIF slate.

Dré’s fantasy stream team for Friday

Kyle Filipowski, PF, Utah Jazz (47.8% rostered in ESPN leagues): Filipowski has been a regular in this section since taking on a full-time starting position for the Jazz. In his 11 starts, he is averaging 15.1 PPG, 8.9 RPG, and 2.9 stocks over 27.1 MPG.

Daniel Gafford, C, Dallas Mavericks (47.3% rostered): Gafford has recorded double-doubles in each of his last four games, averaging 17.3 PPG and 12.0 RPG during this stretch.

Taylor Hendricks, PF, Memphis Grizzlies (1.9% rostered): Hendricks has scored at least 17 points in three of his last five games, including a double-double with 17 points and 10 rebounds in his most recent appearance.

Brice Sensabaugh, SF, Jazz (10.6% rostered): Sensabaugh has started the last two games for the Jazz, scoring at least 21 points in both contests. In fact, he has reached at least 21 points in each of his last four starts dating back to January 10, averaging 26.0 PPG in those outings.

Dré’s favorite bets for Friday

Jalen Green over 19.5 points (-104)

Green has been on a scoring spree since March began, reaching at least 20 points in five of his six games. Over his last four games, he has averaged 27.5 PPG, including a season-high 36 points in yesterday’s matchup. The Raptors possess solid wing defenders, but they will need to concentrate on containing Devin Booker (31.8 PPG in his last five games), which should enable Green to find good scoring opportunities.

Dejounte Murray over 16.5 points (-107)

Murray has performed well since returning from injury, scoring at least 17 points in four of his seven games thus far. He has elevated his performance this week, scoring 19 points on Sunday and then achieving a season-high 27 on Wednesday. The New Orleans Pelicans surround Murray with finishers that opposing defenses must account for, creating driving lanes and open shots for the skilled point guard.

Rudy Gobert over 11.5 rebounds (-135)

Gobert has secured at least 12 rebounds in seven of his last nine games, averaging 12.6 RPG during this period. The Warriors allow the second-most rebounds in the NBA to opposing centers, and Gobert has recorded at least 14 rebounds in two of his three games against them this season.

Top Daily Fantasy values of the day

$8,100+ salaries

Devin Booker, SG, Phoenix Suns ($8,900): Booker has scored at least 30 points in three of his last four games and at least 27 points in five consecutive games, including 43 points in his most recent outing. His opponents, the Raptors, rank 21st in fantasy points allowed to opposing shooting guards.

Evan Mobley, C, Cleveland Cavaliers ($8,200): Mobley has surpassed 41 fantasy points in three of his last six games. He now faces a Mavericks team that ranks 26th in fantasy points allowed to opposing big men.

$6,100-$8,000 salaries

Amen Thompson, SG, Houston Rockets ($7,800): Thompson has achieved more than 41 fantasy points in five of his last seven games. Tonight, he faces a Pelicans team that ranks 24th in production allowed to his position.

Jalen Green, SG, Suns ($6,600): Green has scored at least 24 points in four consecutive games, including 36 in his last appearance.

$3,000-$6,000 salaries

Jabari Smith Jr., PF, Rockets ($6,000): Smith is a reliable scoring option with solid defensive stats, and he will be up against a smaller Pelicans front line that ranks 24th in production allowed to opposing power forwards.

Javon Small, PG, Grizzlies ($6,000): Small has recorded over 29 fantasy points in three of his last four games. He is expected to have an increased role on Friday with several backcourt teammates either sidelined or limited due to injury.

Projections and Injury Reports

Basketball Power Index by ESPN Analytics. Injury aggregation by Rotowire.com. Odds provided by DraftKings Sportsbook

Memphis Grizzlies at Detroit Pistons
7:30 p.m. ET

Line: Grizzlies +15.5 (-110) | Pistons -15.5 (-110)
Money line: Grizzlies +750 | Pistons -1200
Total: 232.5 (-105 O, -115 U)
BPI Projection: Pistons by 12.7, straight up 83%, 232.4 total points.

Injury Report:

Grizzlies: Cam Spencer, (GTD – Back); Cedric Coward, (GTD – Knee); Santi Aldama, (GTD – Knee); Taj Gibson, (GTD – Not Injury Related); Ty Jerome, (GTD – Calf); Walter Clayton Jr., (GTD – Ankle); Brandon Clarke, (OUT – Calf); Ja Morant, (OUT – Elbow); Scotty Pippen Jr., (OUT – Toe); Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, (OFS – Finger)

Pistons: Ausar Thompson, (GTD – Ankle); Bobi Klintman, (GTD – Coach’s Decision); Caris LeVert, (GTD – Wrist)

New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers
7:30 p.m. ET

Line: Knicks -13.5 (-108) | Pacers +13.5 (-112)
Money line: Knicks -850 | Pacers +575
Total: 227.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Knicks by 13.1, straight up 84%, 230.3 total points.

Injury Report:

Knicks: Josh Hart, (GTD – Knee); Karl-Anthony Towns, (GTD – Knee); Miles McBride, (OUT – Pelvis)

Pacers: Johnny Furphy, (OFS – Knee); Aaron Nesmith, (GTD – Ankle); Obi Toppin, (GTD – Foot); Pascal Siakam, (GTD – Knee); Quenton Jackson, (GTD – Calf); T.J. McConnell, (GTD – Hamstring); Tyrese Haliburton, (OFS – Achilles)

Phoenix Suns at Toronto Raptors
7:30 p.m. ET

Line: Suns +4.5 (-112) | Raptors -4.5 (-108)
Money line: Suns +154 | Raptors -185
Total: 218.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Raptors by 1.3, straight up 54%, 220.4 total points.

Injury Report:

Suns: Grayson Allen, (GTD – Knee); Dillon Brooks, (OUT – Hand); Mark Williams, (OUT – Foot)

Raptors: Collin Murray-Boyles, (GTD – Thumb); Scottie Barnes, (GTD – Illness); Chucky Hepburn, (OUT – Knee)

Cleveland Cavaliers at Dallas Mavericks
7:30 p.m. ET

Line: Cavaliers -13.5 (-112) | Mavericks +13.5 (-108)
Money line: Cavaliers -800 | Mavericks +550
Total: 236.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Cavaliers by 8.7, straight up 75%, 240.9 total points.

Injury Report:

Cavaliers: Jarrett Allen, (OUT – Knee); Max Strus, (OUT – Foot); Tyrese Proctor, (OUT – Quadriceps)

Mavericks: Dereck Lively II, (OFS – Foot); Kyrie Irving, (OFS – Knee)

New Orleans Pelicans at Houston Rockets
8 p.m. ET

Line: Pelicans +6.5 (-102) | Rockets -6.5 (-118)
Money line: Pelicans +230 | Rockets -285
Total: 229.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Rockets by 6, straight up 68%, 228.7 total points.

Injury Report:

Pelicans: Bryce McGowens, (OUT – Toe)

Rockets: Alperen Sengun, (GTD – Back); Jae’Sean Tate, (OUT – Knee); Fred VanVleet, (OUT – Knee); Steven Adams, (OFS – Ankle)

Minnesota Timberwolves at Golden State Warriors
10 p.m. ET

Line: Timberwolves -5.5 (-115) | Warriors +5.5 (-105)
Money line: Timberwolves -230 | Warriors +190
Total: 223.5 (-115 O, -105 U)
BPI Projection: Timberwolves by 1.6, straight up 55%, 233.8 total points.

Injury Report:

Timberwolves: Ayo Dosunmu, (GTD – Thumb)

Warriors: De’Anthony Melton, (GTD – Thigh); Quinten Post, (GTD – Foot); Moses Moody, (OUT – Wrist); Stephen Curry, (OUT – Knee); Jimmy Butler III, (OFS – Knee)

Utah Jazz at Portland Trail Blazers
10 p.m. ET

Line: Jazz +14.5 (-108) | Blazers -14.5 (-112)
Money line: Jazz +650 | Blazers -1000
Total: 236.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Blazers by 11.2, straight up 80%, 242.8 total points.

Injury Report:

Jazz: John Konchar, (OUT – Calf); Lauri Markkanen, (OUT – Hip); Keyonte George, (OUT – Hamstring); Jaren Jackson Jr., (OFS – Knee); Jusuf Nurkic, (OFS – Nose); Walker Kessler, (OFS – Shoulder)

Blazers: Shaedon Sharpe, (OUT – Calf); Damian Lillard, (OFS – Achilles)

Chicago Bulls at LA Clippers
10:30 p.m. ET

Line: Bulls +13.5 (-118) | Clippers -13.5 (-102)
Money line: Bulls +525 | Clippers -750
Total: 234.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Clippers by 10.8, straight up 79%, 231.1 total points.

Injury Report:

Bulls: Anfernee Simons, (GTD – Wrist); Collin Sexton, (GTD – Lower Leg); Guerschon Yabusele, (GTD – Foot); Isaac Okoro, (GTD – Knee); Patrick Williams, (GTD – Ankle); Jaden Ivey, (OUT – Knee)