NBA DFS: DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy basketball picks for Friday, Dec. 5 include Bobby Portis
Daily Fantasy NBA players scanning Friday’s slate will quickly find themselves circling one name in the mid-tier: Bobby Portis. With a compact schedule and several high-priced stars on the board, roster construction on DraftKings and FanDuel will likely hinge on identifying reliable salary relief, and Portis fits that profile as a volatile but intriguing frontcourt option.
Portis’ appeal in DFS has always been tied to his per-minute productivity. When his minutes climb into the upper 20s, he has the ability to outproduce his price tag through scoring, rebounding, and the occasional defensive stat. That makes him particularly attractive in tournaments, where ceiling is king and managers are willing to tolerate some risk in exchange for upside.
The key variable is role. If there are any indications of a shortened rotation, potential rest for a veteran starter, or a favorable matchup against a second unit that struggles on the glass, Portis’ value spikes. His energy on the boards and willingness to fire from the perimeter can quickly translate into a double-double, and that profile fits well with the scoring systems on both major sites.
On DraftKings, where bonuses reward three-pointers and double-doubles, Portis can outperform similarly priced forwards when his shot is falling. On FanDuel, his eligibility at power forward or center can help unlock flexible roster builds, especially if you’re paying up for elite guards or wings in premium game environments.
From a slate-wide perspective, Portis is the kind of pivot who can separate savvy players from the field. Many lineups will cluster around obvious chalk plays tied to star teammates, leaving Portis slightly under-rostered despite his path to a big night. He is not a cash-game lock, given the inherent volatility in his usage, but as a tournament play he deserves serious consideration.
As always, monitor injury reports, projected starting lineups, and late news. If Portis is projected for elevated minutes or a clear matchup edge, he becomes one of the more compelling mid-range options on Friday’s DFS board.
Portis’ appeal in DFS has always been tied to his per-minute productivity. When his minutes climb into the upper 20s, he has the ability to outproduce his price tag through scoring, rebounding, and the occasional defensive stat. That makes him particularly attractive in tournaments, where ceiling is king and managers are willing to tolerate some risk in exchange for upside.
The key variable is role. If there are any indications of a shortened rotation, potential rest for a veteran starter, or a favorable matchup against a second unit that struggles on the glass, Portis’ value spikes. His energy on the boards and willingness to fire from the perimeter can quickly translate into a double-double, and that profile fits well with the scoring systems on both major sites.
On DraftKings, where bonuses reward three-pointers and double-doubles, Portis can outperform similarly priced forwards when his shot is falling. On FanDuel, his eligibility at power forward or center can help unlock flexible roster builds, especially if you’re paying up for elite guards or wings in premium game environments.
From a slate-wide perspective, Portis is the kind of pivot who can separate savvy players from the field. Many lineups will cluster around obvious chalk plays tied to star teammates, leaving Portis slightly under-rostered despite his path to a big night. He is not a cash-game lock, given the inherent volatility in his usage, but as a tournament play he deserves serious consideration.
As always, monitor injury reports, projected starting lineups, and late news. If Portis is projected for elevated minutes or a clear matchup edge, he becomes one of the more compelling mid-range options on Friday’s DFS board.
