NBA Playoffs DFS Picks & Lineup Advice: Wednesday (5/7)

Wednesday’s two-game NBA DFS slate tips off at 7:00 p.m. ET with the New York Knicks taking on the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semi-finals. This matchup carries a 211.5 total, with Boston favored by 10.5 points.

The nightcap features the Denver Nuggets facing off against the Oklahoma City Thunder at 9:30 p.m. ET in Game 2 of the Western Conference semi-finals. Oklahoma City is favored by 10.5 points, with the game carrying a 229.5 total.

With just two games on the slate, every roster decision carries heightened impact. Narrow player pools demand precision. Uncovering the right value plays is crucial as teams lean on tighter rotations. This breakdown highlights top targets by position, digs into key matchups and identifies cost-effective options to help separate your lineup from the field.

Let’s dive into the slate and uncover the edges that can help you cash tonight.

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Let’s dive into the slate and uncover the edges that can help you cash tonight.

View the best player prop bets for tonight’s slate with our NBA Prop Bet Cheat Sheet

NBA DraftKings & FanDuel DFS Primer

NBA DFS Core Plays

Nikola Jokic (C – DEN)

DraftKings: $11,000
FanDuel: $11,700

Nikola Jokic exploded in Game 1, delivering a dominant all-around performance that led the Denver Nuggets to a stunning road upset over the Oklahoma City Thunder. He racked up 42 points, 22 rebounds, six assists, one steal and two blocks, showcasing his elite ability to control the game.

That level of production was a reminder of Jokic’s postseason ceiling, and with Denver looking to steal another on the road, there’s little reason to think he won’t be heavily involved once again.

Jokic’s season stats against Oklahoma City add more confidence to his outlook. In four regular season matchups, he averaged a triple-double with 24.5 points, 15.8 rebounds, 11.5 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.8 blocks. The Thunder simply haven’t had an answer for Jokic. His combination of scoring, playmaking and rebounding makes him one of the safest and highest-upside plays on the slate.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (PG – OKC)

DraftKings: $9,600
FanDuel: $10,800

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a monster performance in Game 1 against the Denver Nuggets, finishing with 33 points, 10 rebounds, eight assists, two steals and one block. Even in a losing effort, he continued to showcase why he’s one of the most complete guards in the league, contributing across all categories and maintaining a high usage rate.

Gilgeous-Alexander has now scored at least 30 points in three straight playoff games. His ability to impact the game on both ends makes him a high-floor, high-ceiling option.

With this matchup carrying the highest total on the slate, Gilgeous-Alexander’s role as Oklahoma City’s offensive engine becomes even more valuable. He’s capable of racking up points efficiently while also piling on rebounds, assists and defensive stats. His price tag reflects his elite production, but given the total of this game, he remains well worth the investment.

NBA DFS Cash Game Targets

Jalen Williams (SF, PF – OKC)

DraftKings: $7,400
FanDuel: $8,200

While most of the attention goes to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams continues to be a crucial piece for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Through five playoff games, Williams is averaging 21.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, five assists and 1.6 steals, offering consistent production across the board.

What stands out is Williams’ 25.1% usage rate in the postseason, the second-highest on the team behind Gilgeous-Alexander. That level of involvement in the offense, especially in a series against the Denver Nuggets expected to stay competitive and high-scoring, gives him plenty of upside.

Jamal Murray (PG, SG – DEN)

DraftKings: $7,000
FanDuel: $7,600

Jamal Murray offers strong value at his current price point, especially after a solid Game 1 showing against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jamal Murray scored 21 points in Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, despite shooting just 38% from the field.

Murray also chipped in six rebounds, six assists and one steal, producing solid contributions across the board and reinforcing his strong floor. While those numbers aren’t eye-popping, they’re enough to return value on his current salary, making him a strong mid-range play.

What boosts Murray’s appeal further is the room for efficiency improvement. His regular-season field goal percentage sat at 47.4%, so there’s a good chance he bounces back with a more efficient scoring effort in Game 2. If he can shoot closer to his season average, a line approaching 40 fantasy points is well within reach.

NBA DFS GPP Targets

OG Anunoby (SF, PF – NYK)

DraftKings: $6,000
FanDuel: $6,800

OG Anunoby has been a key contributor for the New York Knicks in the postseason, and his recent form makes him a strong option against the Boston Celtics.

Over his last three playoff games, Anunoby is averaging 23.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.7 blocks, providing steady production across all major categories. His defensive activity, combined with reliable scoring, gives him a strong fantasy floor with the upside to outperform his price tag.

What’s driving Anunoby’s surge is his efficiency, especially from deep. He’s shooting 52% from beyond the arc over that stretch, making him the second-leading scorer for the Knicks over their last three games. His ability to knock down open looks while defending at a high level ensures heavy minutes, even in a tough matchup with Boston.

Russell Westbrook (PG – DEN)

DraftKings: $5,000
FanDuel: $5,200

Russell Westbrook has been producing efficiently for the Denver Nuggets and remains a strong play heading into Game 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Over his last four games, he’s averaged 17.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.3 steals, providing steady output in multiple categories.

What makes Westbrook appealing is the upside he showed during the regular season, proving he can still fill the box score. He doesn’t need a monster game to deliver value at his current price, but he has the potential to exceed expectations with the expected game pace or if Denver leans on his experience a bit more.

NBA DFS Value Plays

Michael Porter Jr. (SF – DEN)

DraftKings: $4,600
FanDuel: $5,000

Michael Porter Jr. struggled mightily in Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, shooting just 1-for-8 from the field and finishing with only two points, four rebounds, one steal and one block. His postseason production has been inconsistent. Still, he remains a key part of Denver’s starting unit and offers the kind of scoring upside that can swing a tournament lineup if he gets going early.

Despite the rough start to the series, Porter’s regular season numbers — 18.2 points, seven rebounds and 2.1 assists per game — remind us of his ceiling. At his current salary, he’s a risk-reward option worth considering, especially if Denver looks to get him more involved offensively to ease the scoring load on Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

Alex Caruso (PG, SG – OKC)

DraftKings: $4,300
FanDuel: $5,300

Alex Caruso is shaping up to be one of the most popular value plays on DraftKings, and it’s easy to see why. At his current price, he’s offering elite per-dollar production, averaging 12.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 3.5 steals and 1.3 blocks over his last four playoff games.

Caruso is also seeing the most minutes off the bench, averaging 24.3 per game in the past four games while making a real impact on both ends. His ability to contribute without needing a high usage rate makes him a low-risk, high-reward play against the Denver Nuggets. Whether you’re building around stars or targeting balanced construction, Caruso fits comfortably in any lineup as a value anchor with multi-category appeal.