Fantasy Basketball Picks: Top DraftKings NBA DFS Targets, Values for Friday 4/17/26

Stan Son provides his thoughts and insights on DFS options for Friday's NBA slate on DraftKings.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:05am

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Stan Son provides his thoughts and insights on DFS options for Friday's NBA slate on DraftKings, including top plays at guard, forward, and center.

Why it matters

With the NBA playoffs in full swing, fantasy basketball players are looking for the best DFS options to build winning lineups on DraftKings. This article highlights the top studs and values across different positions to target for Friday's slate.

The details

There are two games on Friday's NBA slate as the postseason continues with two more Play-In Tournament matchups. The article covers top plays at guard, forward, and center, including Devin Booker, Coby White, Dillon Brooks, Gui Santos, Kristaps Porzingis, and Wendell Carter Jr.

  • This article was written on Thursday night. Any changes will be updated.
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The players

Devin Booker

A star guard for the Phoenix Suns who is expected to bounce back after a disappointing performance in the previous game.

Coby White

A guard for the Charlotte Hornets who has been used as a microwave scorer off the bench, providing good value at his price point.

Dillon Brooks

A forward for the Phoenix Suns who has increased his usage rate this season and can provide scoring and defense.

Gui Santos

A forward for the Golden State Warriors who has become a significant part of the rotation, providing energy and versatility.

Kristaps Porzingis

A center for the Golden State Warriors who can stuff the stat sheet when healthy, though his playing time may be limited.

Wendell Carter Jr.

A center for the Orlando Magic who provides a consistent floor in fantasy production, though his ceiling can be limited at times.

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What they’re saying

“Booker disappointed on Tuesday, finishing with only 30.2 FPTS on 7-of-17 shooting from the field. Jalen Green led the way with 29 field goal attempts and 35 points. Booker was in foul trouble, though, picking up his fourth foul late in the third quarter. I'm expecting a bounce-back performance from Booker, barring injury or foul trouble.”

— Stan Son, Fantasy Basketball Analyst

“Since White arrived in Charlotte, he's been utilized strictly as the microwave off the bench, playing around 20 minutes a game. While he's a professional getter of buckets and doesn't contribute much in the defensive categories, White is an excellent playmaker and will grab his share of rebounds.”

— Stan Son, Fantasy Basketball Analyst

The takeaway

With the NBA playoffs in full swing, fantasy basketball players need to stay up-to-date on the latest injury news and target the best DFS options to build winning lineups on DraftKings. This article provides valuable insights and analysis to help guide lineup decisions for Friday's slate.