NBA FanDuel Picks for May 21, 2026

Daily Player Picks

Updated Throughout the Day

Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.


Point Guard

Best Rating

Name Team Cost Expected Value
Jalen Brunson NY $14,000 41.59 2.97
Jose Alvarado NY $1,000 7.28 7.28

Best Values

Name Team Cost Expected Value
Jose Alvarado NY $1,000 7.28 7.28
Jalen Brunson NY $14,000 41.59 2.97

Shooting Guard

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Small Forward

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Power Forward

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Center

Best Rating

Name Team Cost Expected Value
Mitchell Robinson NY $2,800 13.55 4.84
Ariel Hukporti NY $1,000 4.99 4.99

Best Values

Name Team Cost Expected Value
Ariel Hukporti NY $1,000 4.99 4.99
Mitchell Robinson NY $2,800 13.55 4.84

Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Picks are updated regularly, but we advise that you keep up to date on late-day roster moves and injuries – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk. Sample lineups are provided as thought-starters, and are not intended for direct use.