With 14 NBA games scheduled for tonight, fantasy basketball enthusiasts are in for an action-packed evening with numerous top-end players to choose from. The abundance of teams playing also means that there will be ample value options available by the time lock arrives. Using Stokastic's NBA DFS projections, let's take a closer look at the top high-priced studs for tonight's slate.

One of the prominent high-priced options for tonight's games is Luka Doncic. The Dallas Mavericks' star player, with a DraftKings salary of $12,000 and a FanDuel salary of $12,300, boasts strong point projections from Stokastic, looking at 57.9 on DraftKings and 54.7 on FanDuel. Doncic has been delivering consistent performances, averaging 1.6 DraftKings points and 1.5 FanDuel points per minute in his 37.2 minutes of play per game this season. However, with Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid available at a lower price point and producing fantasy points at a higher rate, it may be challenging to prioritize Doncic tonight.

Nikola Jokic, the Denver Nuggets' dominant center, is another high-priced stud worth considering. With a DraftKings salary of $11,700 and a FanDuel salary of $12,100, Jokic tops the slate in terms of point projections. Stokastic estimates him to score 65.0 on DraftKings and 62.0 on FanDuel. Jokic has been in exceptional form this season, averaging 1.75 DraftKings points per minute. Furthermore, with the absence of his teammate Jamal Murray, there is reduced risk of Jokic playing a secondary role, making him an enticing pick for tonight's games.

Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers also presents a strong case as a high-priced stud. With a DraftKings salary of $11,000 and a FanDuel salary of $11,900, Embiid offers a slight discount compared to Jokic while still maintaining an impressive point projection of 58.7 on DraftKings and 58.0 on FanDuel, coming in as the second-highest on the slate. Embiid has showcased his dominance this season, averaging 1.82 DraftKings points per minute with notable contributions in usage rate (37.9%), assist rate (31.1%), and rebounding rate (19.4%). Despite facing a tough matchup against the Boston Celtics, Embiid could provide value as a contrarian play in GPPs.

As there are 14 games tonight, it is essential to stay updated on any breaking news that may impact the slate. To assist with this, make sure to check out Stokastic's Deeper Dive and Live Before Lock shows, where valuable insights and analysis will be provided to help optimize your NBA DFS lineup for tonight's games.

Intriguing matchups, high-scoring potential, and a plethora of options await NBA DFS enthusiasts in tonight's action-packed slate. Choose wisely and may your fantasy team thrive in the pursuit of victory.