We have a huge 12-game slate tonight which is the first big slate we have this new year. The Rockets are going to be without James Harden for a few weeks, so it should open up some opportunities for other players. A number of teams are on the end of back to backs tonight, so we could see some players being rested. Keep an eye out for that.

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Guards

Eric Gordon (HOU): $6,800 @ ORL
Gordon is in line to see a ton of minutes and usage now that James Harden is out with an injury. When Harden is off the court, Gordon has a 34.7% usage rate, which is highest on the team, and a 7.6% increase from his normal usage. That is a huge increase and we want to take advantage of this as his price is set to increase even more. He has played 36 minutes in six of his last seven games and is going to be in the starting lineup for this game. Gordon is up against the Magic who are giving up 43 DraftKings points per game to shooting guards which is third worst in the league. He is good for any format as he is a lock for minutes and has the upside because of the matchup.