NBA Daily Fantasy Picks & Playbook: November 11, 2026

Keith Eyster | @eys819dfs | DraftKings and FanDuel main slate

Happy Veterans Day! Today, we proudly honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. 

It's Wednesday, and we have a seven-game slate on DraftKings and FanDuel. Players such as Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama, Nikola Jokic, and Jayson Tatum take the floor. The Bucks, Celtics, and Knicks are on a back-to-back, and Paul George is the biggest name on the injury report that's currently in question.

Before actually diving into the meat and potatoes, welcome to the NBA DFS season. If this is your first time reading our column on NBA DFS picks, I just want to welcome you and give you a few tips and tricks on what you should be looking for each night.

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Slate Snapshot & Injury Updates

Last updated: 6:30 p.m. ET

7 games | Lock: 7:00 p.m. ET

• NYK list Karl-Anthony Towns as questionable. 
• CHI downgraded Caleb Wilson to questionable. 
• MIL ruled out Myles Turner. 
• BKN ruled out Nolan Traore. 
• Towns is available to play. 
• SAS ruled out Devin Vassell. 
• CHI ruled out Norman Powell. 

Injury Report

Every player in today's games with an injury designation: 49 out, 3 doubtful, 18 questionable. Who Benefits is listed for the players whose absence moves the slate.

Game Environments

Each game shows the away team first. SAS @ CHI carries the slate's top total. SAS @ CHI and LAL @ MIL carry blowout risk. BKN @ NOP has the best pace matchup on the slate. 3 games are also on the schedule but not on this DFS slate. Ranks are league-wide, 2026-27; pace rank 1 is fastest, and off and def rank 1 are best. Green marks a better DFS spot and red a worse one, so a weak defense shades green.

DraftKings vs FanDuel Price Differential

• Jaime Jaquez. is the 12th highest priced SF on DraftKings but 18th on FanDuel, so the better positional value is on FanDuel ($6,100 DK, $4,900 FD).
• Peyton Watson is the 15th highest priced SF on DraftKings but 10th on FanDuel, so the better positional value is on DraftKings ($5,800 DK, $5,700 FD).
• Brayden Burries is the 19th highest priced SG on DraftKings but 14th on FanDuel, so the better positional value is on DraftKings ($5,300 DK, $5,600 FD).

Each player is ranked by salary among every player in that site's file eligible at the position, including multi-position players (1 is the highest priced). Players are compared at a position they are eligible for on both sites; when they share more than one, the position with the bigger gap is shown. Rank Gap is how many spots apart the two ranks are; the greener the cell, the bigger the gap. Better Positional Value is the site where the player has the lower position rank (priced lower among players at the position), regardless of the raw salary, since the two sites use different salary scales.

Top Tier Core Plays

Luka Doncic - PG · LAL

Doncic has opened the season in dominant fashion, leading the league with 39.3 points per game while adding 7.8 rebounds and 7.9 assists across 10 appearances. His massive offensive workload gives him the highest ceiling on the slate, particularly because he remains heavily involved as both a scorer and facilitator. Doncic's ability to generate points, assists, rebounds, and defensive stats gives him one of the strongest floor/ceiling combos in the game. A competitive performance from Milwaukee would likely keep Luka on the floor for upper-30s minutes, but the 14-point spread does indicate some risk of a lopsided score. 

Victor Wembanyama - C · SAS

Wembanyama remains one of the most appealing options on the slate because he can contribute across virtually every stat category. Through 11 games, he is averaging 30.1 points, 11.9 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.1 steals, and an impressive 4.5 blocks in just under 30 minutes per contest. His elite shot-blocking and rebounding provide an outstanding fantasy foundation, and combined with his scoring upside, you have one of the highest ceilings on the slate. The obvious risk is the 15-point spread, which could limit his minutes, but he just put up 40-11-3-8 in only 25 minutes last game. 

Nikola Jokic - C · DEN

Jokic is averaging 23.1 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 9.1 assists through nine games, putting him near a triple-double on a nightly basis. His passing and rebounding keep his fantasy production elevated even when he isn't having a particularly productive scoring night. With contributions in nearly every category, Jokic has an elite floor/ceiling combo. He also plays in a game with a much closer spread than Luka and Wemby. 

Anthony Davis - PF · WAS

Davis brings an attractive combination of interior scoring, rebounding, and defensive production. Through nine games, he is averaging 25.7 points, 9.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.0 blocks while shooting an efficient 53.3% from the field. His ability to accumulate defensive stats gives him additional fantasy value beyond scoring and an elite ceiling at his current salary. Indiana plays at a top-five pace and ranks just 15th in DRtg, making it an elite matchup for Davis. 

Mid-Tier Core Plays

Stephon Castle - SG · SAS

Castle has established himself as a productive contributor in the Spurs' rotation, offering value with his scoring, rebounding, and playmaking. He is averaging 14.3 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 5.2 assists through 11 games. His rebounding and playmaking are particularly encouraging, giving him multiple ways to add fantasy points. He has the best possible matchup as Chicago plays at the fastest pace and ranks dead last in DRtg. 

De'Aaron Fox - PG · SAS

Fox provides an additional playmaking presence in San Antonio and has been efficient with his scoring opportunities. He is averaging 13.9 points, 5.9 assists, and 4.4 rebounds through 11 appearances while shooting 53.2% from the field. His ability to create offense and contribute defensively gives him a solid fantasy floor, especially when his role lets him handle the ball and create opportunities for teammates. He has the best possible matchup as Chicago plays at the fastest pace and ranks dead last in DRtg. 

Michael Porter - SF · BKN

Porter has taken on a substantial offensive role in Brooklyn, averaging 21.5 points and 7.7 rebounds through his first 10 games. He is also contributing 3.5 three-pointers per contest, giving him plenty of appeal in formats that reward perimeter shooting. His rebounding numbers add a welcome dimension to his scoring profile, making him more than a one-dimensional shooting option. New Orleans plays at a top-five pace and ranks just 26th in DRtg, giving Porter an elite matchup tonight. 

Jeremiah Fears - PG/SG · NOP

Fears is an intriguing upside option who has shown the ability to handle significant offensive responsibilities. He is averaging 15.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.9 assists through 11 games. His combination of scoring and playmaking gives him multiple ways to contribute, while his ability to generate steals adds another layer of fantasy appeal. Lead guard responsibilities seem to be shifting to Fears over Murray, who has played less than 30 minutes in each of the last two contests. Murphy's absence tonight could further increase Fears' role. 

Kyshawn George - SG · WAS

George has been a productive contributor for Washington, averaging 15.2 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists in six appearances. He is also averaging 1.3 blocks per game, a strong number for a perimeter player. His scoring, facilitating, and defensive upside make him an appealing mid-range option, especially given his involvement in multiple areas of the game. His ability to make a handful of threes and spike a big scoring night gives him an intriguing ceiling. 

Value Tier Core Plays

Kel'el Ware - PF/C · MIL

With Turner ruled out, Ware becomes an intriguing value play with a chance to see a bigger role in Milwaukee's frontcourt. He is averaging 8.5 points and 6.6 rebounds in 17.3 minutes per game this season, but has shown considerably more upside with extended minutes. Ware has already recorded multiple double-doubles this season, including a 19-point, 13-rebound performance in 29 minutes. His rebounding, shot-blocking upside, and interior scoring make him an appealing salary-saving option, especially if he moves into the starting lineup. Ware averages 1.21 DKFP/min and 1.17 FDFP/min this season. 

Day'Ron Sharpe - C · BKN

Sharpe offers an appealing combination of rebounding, interior defense, and passing ability for a value-tier center. Through 10 games, he is averaging 7.5 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 4.0 assists while adding 1.2 blocks in 23.7 minutes per contest. His passing numbers are particularly encouraging for a center, and his ability to contribute on the glass and defensively gives him multiple avenues to accumulate fantasy points without requiring a huge scoring total. 

Quenton Jackson - SG/SF · IND

Jackson is an intriguing salary-saver who can contribute in several categories. He is averaging 10.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists across 11 games, plus 1.4 steals per contest. His defensive activity is particularly noteworthy, giving him a path to fantasy production even when his scoring is limited. His playing time and role remain important considerations, but he played nearly 25 minutes off the bench last game, even though Indiana used different lineups in each half. The most encouraging part was that Jackson's role didn't change. He spelled Nembhard as the lead guard and played alongside him in each half's closing lineup. 

Aaron Nesmith - SG/SF · IND

Nesmith is primarily an outside-shooting option who can add value on defense. He is averaging 12.8 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in nine appearances. Although his 38.1% field-goal shooting has been inconsistent to start the season, he is averaging two made three-pointers per game. His perimeter shooting gives him an opportunity to contribute offensively without needing to dominate the ball. He played a season-high 34 minutes last game, and has now played 30+ minutes in three of his last four games. 

Brayden Burries PG/SG · MIL

Burries torched more than 60% of the field's lineups last night, scoring less than 12 DK points in 26 minutes as mega chalk. Now he gets a price bump and a strong matchup against a mediocre Lakers defense. The only thing to do is forget last night happened and run it back with him, especially if Herro is out again. He was a lottery pick in this year's draft and is averaging 9.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists in 21.5 minutes per contest. He has also shown an ability to get to the free-throw line, which provides another avenue for offensive production.

Late-News Core Plays

Players we are considering core plays based on late-breaking news and research

• With Traore out, Danny Wolf should play 30+ minutes again. Egor Demin hasn't played since 10/27, so watch for a minutes-restriction announcement. 

Core Lineup

Cash Core: Kel'el Ware, Day'Ron Sharpe, Stephon Castle, Michael Porter. 

GPP Leverage: Luka Doncic, Victor Wembanyama, Dylan Harper, Julian Champagnie. 

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