NBA DFS Picks, Projections, Lineups, Injuries & More Today: Wednesday Playbook Wednesday, March 18th, features an eight-game NBA DFS main slate on DraftKings and nine games on FanDuel. The slate includes four teams playing the second legs of back-to-back games, raising questions about potential player rests. Star players like Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Johnson, and Josh Giddey are available for action. For newcomers to NBA DFS, the article serves as an introduction, offering tips on identifying key factors to consider each night. The focus shifts to player-specific analysis, including injury updates, matchups, and projected performance metrics. Key players to watch include Josh Giddey, who has consistently posted 60+ DKP in four straight games and 50+ in six of his last seven, with four triple-doubles in his last five contests. His efficiency of 1.37 FP/min makes him a strong contender. D'Angelo Russell’s matchup against the Pelicans, with a 32.1% USG and 1.3 FP/min average, is highlighted as a favorable opportunity. Other notable mentions include Donovan Mitchell, who has a 24.4% USG or higher in three of four games since returning from injury and has posted 25+ DKP in three of four contests. Brandon Ingram’s 27.9% USG and 1.07 FP/min average are emphasized, particularly in an elite matchup against the Bulls. The article also details matchups for players like Tyrese Maxey, who leads his team in USG (29.4%) and FP/min (1.36 FP/min), and Jalen Brunson, whose performance in a high-scoring environment against the Mavs is noted. Players such as Scottie Barnes and Klay Thompson are analyzed for their potential impact, with Barnes’ 30.7% USG and 1.3 FP/min average and Thompson’s 31.2% USG and 1.3 FP/min standing out.#shai_gilgeous_alexander #nikola_jokic #jalen_johnson #josh_giddey #nba_dfs
