Round 2 of the playoffs starts with a heavyweight Western Conference matchup between Minnesota and Denver. We’re covering the Showdown slate on DraftKings, where Michael Porter Jr., coming off an impressive first-round series, profiles as a compelling option in all contest sizes. 

The Magic are 2-0 at home this series and will need to stay perfect in Orlando to stave off elimination. After scoring 39 points on Tuesday, Paolo Banchero is projected for another potent performance tonight. 

Thursday’s two-game slate got more interesting after the Bucks opened up the possibility of Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo returning. While that situation remains fluid, we know what we’re getting in Philadelphia: big minutes, condensed rotations, and a potentially all-time point guard duel featuring Jalen Brunson and Tyrese Maxey. 

Tonight’s two-game slate features sizably different game environments. The Celtics are big favorites at home against a shorthanded Heat team with a diminutive team total. Meanwhile, the late game between the Mavs and the Clippers could be chock full of fantasy goodness. Are Luka’s ailments cause for concern, and could that mean a heavier load for Kyrie Irving?

Another three-game slate, another opportunity for two teams to close out their first-round opponent. Without Damian Lillard and Giannis, can Khris Middleton do enough for the shorthanded Bucks to stave off elimination?

The Thunder and Nuggets are in a position to close out their respective series tonight. With Jamal Murray’s health a concern, Nikola Jokic could be in line to put the team on his back en route to another monster DFS performance.