Daily Games Cheat Sheet: Tuesday

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Updated on April 21, 2015 9:57AM EST

TEAM ANALYSIS

Defenses to Avoid
Washington Wizards at Toronto Raptors: Anyone who watched the first game of this series is probably turned off by the idea of using anyone from these teams. The Raptors struggled to cobble together much offense in Game 1, and many of their players are priced high enough to stay away for at least one more contest. DeMar DeRozan is still fair game, due to how heavily the team has been relying on him, but it's tough to trust anyone else on the roster, even on a short slate.

Offenses to Use
Boston Celtics at Cleveland Cavaliers: The Cavaliers had little trouble putting up points against Boston in Game 1, and should continue to have success in their second home game of the series. Studs are your best friend with so few games, and the Cavaliers boast three players that can fit the bill on any night. Players like J.R. Smith and Timofey Mozgov are solid options as well.

First game of a back-to-back: None
Second game of a back-to-back: None

DraftKings.com DAILY PLAYER RECOMMENDATIONS

Point Guard
Kyrie Irving, PG, CLE ($7,900): Irving showed few nerves in his playoff debut, dropping nearly 43 DraftKings points against the Celtics. He's averaging over 40 DraftKings points against them this season, so he's certainly not a bad player to invest in for Tuesday's action. The only thing that should slow him down is a blowout situation.

Other suggestions: Isaiah Thomas (at CLE), Evan Turner (at CLE)

Shooting Guard
Jason Terry, SG, HOU ($3,700): Terry has averaged over 20 DraftKings points against the Mavericks in five games against them this season, including 27 DraftKings points in Game 1. He's a fairly cheap buy on Tuesday, which makes him an ideal shooting guard to plug into your roster, allowing you to grab another stud or two.

Other suggestions: DeMar DeRozan (vs. WAS), James Harden (vs. DAL)

Small Forward
Paul Pierce, SF, WAS ($5,200): Pierce was brought to Washington to make an impact in the playoffs, and he showed that he's still capable in Game 1. He put up 30 DraftKings points in the series opener and has averaged 27 DraftKings points against the Raptors this season. As a middle-of-the-road type of option salary-wise, you could do worse than the old man playing small forward for the Wizards.

Other suggestions: LeBron James (vs. BOS), Trevor Ariza (vs. DAL)

Power Forward
Dirk Nowitzki, PF, DAL ($6,900): The playoffs may be the time to invest in guys like Nowitzki, as he came to play in Game 1 with 34 DraftKings points. While it's possible he fades back into regular season form, he represents a fairly-priced player who has a high enough floor to be comfortable spending this cap space on him.

Other suggestions: Kevin Love (vs. BOS), Nene Hilario (at TOR), Terrence Jones (vs. DAL)

Center
Tyson Chandler, C, DAL ($6,600): Chandler had a monster performance in Game 1, racking up 40 DraftKings points. It marked the third outstanding game he put up in a row, and he'll again be tasked with limiting Rockets center Dwight Howard. Chandler isn't a bargain exactly, but he's far and away the center I am most comfortable with taking Tuesday.

Other suggestions: Kelly Olynyk (at CLE)

INJURY REPORT

Out
K.J. McDaniels (wrist)

Game-Time Decision
Devin Harris (toe)
Garrett Temple (hamstring)
Chandler Parsons (knee)

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