3 NBA DraftKings Value Plays to Target on 11/1/17

Dragan Bender, PF/C, Phoenix Suns

DraftKings Salary: $3,400

Dragan Bender has taken on a larger role for the rebuilding Phoenix Suns, who are finally focusing on developing their young talent. He's played at least 20 minutes in three straight games and has knocked down a three in six straight. His unique shooting and shot-blocking combination makes him an intriguing daily fantasy play as he gets more minutes, especially at a price that only requires 17 DraftKings points from him.

The Suns will take on the Washington Wizards in a game that people will want to load up on because of the slate-leading over/under (228 points), but likely won't because of the spread (12.5 points). Bender's youth keeps him in play even with a potential blowout on tap because there is no real reason for Phoenix to limit his minutes in that situation. He actually could benefit from a blowout scenario.

The matchup against the Wizards is nothing special. They rank inside the bottom-10 in rebounding rate but do a good job of limiting the three ball. They are a team that is willing to match Phoenix's up-tempo style of play, which is good news -- there should be extra possessions for Bender to pile up the counting stats.

As a big that does most of his damage away from the rim, there is a lot of volatility to Bender's game. However, at such a cheap price, it is tough to fade him tonight, even in cash games.