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Utah's Jakob Poeltl celebrates agaisnt UCLA during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015, in Los Angeles. The Bruins won 69-59. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok)
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Daily Fantasy College Basketball 2015: DraftKings Bargain Picks for Feb. 7

Rob GoldbergFeb 7, 2015

There is so much great college basketball Saturday there are three different sets of contests on DraftKings. While this means there is a great chance to make money with daily fantasy, it also means you have to study up on your players.

If you want to grab the superstars throughout the day, you have to balance them out with some cheaper options. Here is a look at the bargain picks throughout Feb. 7.

Early Contests (12 p.m. ET)

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Demetrius Jackson, Notre Dame ($5,900)

This is one of those games you want to attack as Notre Dame will play Duke in what should be one of the more high-scoring battles of the day. The Irish earned a 77-73 over the Blue Devils 10 days ago, but it wouldn't be surprising to see this one end up in the 80s.

While players like Jerian Grant and Jahlil Okafor are safe bets, they are also expensive. Instead, you might want to spend your money on a cheaper option like Demetrius Jackson.

At $5,900, this is the cheapest the guard has been since the beginning of the year thanks to his three-point effort against Boston College. Of course, he still added 10 rebounds and four assists to keep him valuable.

Look for the sophomore to get back into double figures against Duke while filling up the box score in other ways.

Ryan Arcidiacono, Villanova ($5,100)

While Villanova has a deep lineup of scorers, Ryan Arcidiacono has taken over in the past couple of weeks as a go-to option for the talented squad.

Over the last four games, he is averaging 15.5 points while shooting 12-of-21 from behind the arc.

Although he has been moved off the ball with Dylan Ennis generally running the point, Arcidiacono still manages to get a few assists here and there. Add this to his recent scoring streak and he should be a valuable commodity.

Dustin HogueIowa State$5,400
Nemanja DjurisicGeorgia$5,300
Wayne Selden Jr.Kansas$5,200
Remy AbellXavier$4,400
Matt CostelloMichigan State$4,400

Afternoon Contests (3 p.m. ET)

Myles Turner, Texas ($5,800)

Nov 14, 2014; Austin, TX, USA; Texas Longhorns forward Myles Turner (52) shoots against the North Dakota State Bison during the first half at the Frank Erwin Special Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Brendan Maloney-USA TODAY Sports

Texas has been struggling lately, losing four in a row to fall to 3-6 in the Big 12. Meanwhile, Kansas State has lost there in a row. 

Such is life in the Big 12 this season.

To make matters worse, Texas might be without two of the team's top four scorers, according to Brian Davis of the Austin American-Statesman:

Still, someone has to score points and that should be Myles Turner. The freshman will be going against a Wildcats defense that ranks 220th in the nation at allowing two-point baskets, according to KenPom.com, giving the big man a chance to shine in this one.

Justin Jackson, North Carolina ($5,500) 

North Carolina has faced some tough defenses in recent weeks, which has led to losses to Louisville and Virginia. However, the Tar Heels should be able to get back on track against Boston College.

While the Eagles have some talented players, they have been awful defensively in the ACC. One major issue is the lack of size on the wing as they start virtually four guards. The 6'8" Justin Jackson should be able to get off some easy looks as well as fight for rebounds in the post.

After some breakout performances late last month, the freshman should have another solid showing against Boston College.

Adam SmithVirginia Tech$5,700
Andrew ChrabasczButler$5,200
Duane NoticeSouth Carolina$4,800
Jevon ThomasKansas State$4,500
Nate MasonMinnesota$4,500

Late Contests (6 p.m. ET)

Antoine Mason, Auburn ($5,700)

This session of contests features a lot of defensive-minded teams that will create low-scoring battle. Matchups between Kentucky and Florida as well as Louisville vs. Virginia feature plenty of notable players, but it wouldn't be surprising to see both games end in the 50s.

Instead, fantasy players should spend their money on more fast-paced battles, like the one between Auburn and Ole Miss.

Antoine Mason is as consistent as they come, having scored double-digit points in all but one game this year. He is also coming off his best game of the season with 24 points, eight rebounds, five steals and three assists in a win over LSU.

He should be able to keep up this production against an Ole Miss team that likes to push the tempo when possible.

Jakob Poeltl, Utah ($4,800) 

An ankle injury has slowed down Jakob Poeltl's production in recent weeks, but he looked good against USC, finishing with 14 points and nine rebounds. 

The 7'0" freshman noted after the game this was part of the plan, saying, "We really tried to get the ball more inside. Today I just really tried to be aggressive and post up my opponents, and it worked out pretty well," via Kyle Goon of The Salt Lake Tribune.

Colorado doesn't have much of an interior presence to defend someone like Poeltl, especially if Josh Scott can't return from his back injury. Either way, the stage is set for another big day for the Austrian big man.

Tony ParkerUCLA$5,500
Byron WesleyGonzaga$5,400
Andrew HarrisonKentucky$4,900
London PerrantesVirginia$4,800
Sebastian SaizOle Miss$4,500

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