NBA Picks Wednesday

G-1: Lester Hudson – Even though Anthony Parker started in place of Hudson last night, Hudson played 36 minutes that included 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists.  Over the last 3 games, Hudson has averaged 36 fantasy points.  Until Hudson has an off night or a significant decrease in minutes, keep on playing him without any hesitation.

G-2: George Hill – Collison didn’t participate in practice yesterday, so it looks as if Hill will get another start at point guard.  Collison is officially listed as questionable, but if Collison is ruled out, then Hill needs to be in your lineup.  At just over 7.5K, Hill had 18 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists in the absence of Collison on Monday.      

G-3: Ramon Sessions – With Kobe ruled out for tonight, Sessions becomes a solid play.  Monday against New Orleans, Sessions played 32 minutes with 17 points, 6 assists, and 6 rebounds.  Look for 25+ fantasy points tonight against the Spurs.

Other guards to consider: Greivis Vasquez, Jamal Crawford (if Batum is ruled out), Raymond Felton (44 fantasy points vs GS last time they met), Donald Sloan.

F-1: Carmelo Anthony - Until draft street sets Carmelo’s price over 20K, he is a must play.  Carmelo is clearly thriving with Lin and Stoudemire out as he is taking over games to keep the Knicks in the playoff hunt.  Melo loves the big stage, and it doesn’t get any bigger than tonight as the Knicks take on the Bucks as the winner takes over the 8^th seed in the East. 

F-2: Zach Randolph: Even though Randolph comes off the bench, Randolph sees plenty of minutes and has been hot of late.  He has averaged almost 32 fantasy points in the last 3 games, and we see his hot streak continuing as there should be over 200 points scored tonight against the Suns.

F-3: J.J. Hickson: Both Batum and Aldridge could be out tonight with injuries which would then make Hickson a must play, but even if Aldridge and/or Batum play, Hickson is still a reasonable option because they play the Warriors tonight.  Hickson saw 32 minutes of action on Monday coming off the bench, and he had a double-double that led to 31 fantasy points.  Keep an eye on Batum and Aldridge’s status for tonight. 

C-1: Pau Gasol: In two games without Kobe, Pau has taken over both games averaging 27.5 points, 11 boards, and 3.5 assists.  Kobe is ruled out again for tonight which means Pau should see another increase in shot attempts and minutes for tonight’s matchup against the Spurs. 

C-2: DeMarcus Cousins - Until last night, Cousins had been struggling the past week which even included a 5 point fantasy night against the Clippers, but last night Cousins returned to his usual form and put up 59.5 fantasy points.  His value dropped to just over 16K because of his recent slump, so we consider him a steal for tonight as Sacramento plays New Orleans.

C-3: Chris Kaman – Kaman has averaged 41.5 fantasy points in the last two games, and we expect a high scoring affair tonight that should benefit Kaman as they welcome the Kings.  After missing 5 games in March due to illness, it looks as if Kaman has finally found his stride.  Don’t be surprised if he puts up 15 points, 8 boards, and 4 blocks tonight.

Lineup A:
G- Greivis Vasquez
G- Ramon Sessions
F- Carmelo Anthony
F- JJ Hickson
C- Demarcus Cousins
C- Chris Kaman
U- Raymond Felton
U- George Hill

$99,879

Lineup B:
G- Greivis Vasquez
G-Lester Hudson
F- Carmelo Anthony
F- JJ Hickson
C- Demarcus Cousins
C- Chris Kaman
U- Raymond Felton
U- George Hill

$98,882

Lineup C:
G- Greivis Vasquez
G- Ramon Sessions
F- Carmelo Anthony
F- Zach Randolph
C- Demarcus Cousins
C- Chris Kaman
U- Lester Hudson
U- George Hill

$99,884