Fantasy Basketball Week 4 Guide: Maximize Your Roster with 4-Game Teams

The 4-Game Advantage

Before we dive into specific teams, let's talk about why game volume matters. In fantasy basketball, more games equals more opportunities for stats. A player averaging 20 points per game over four games will outscore a player averaging 25 points per game over three games. It's simple math, but it's the foundation of weekly lineup optimization.

This week, 13 teams are playing four games, giving their players a significant edge in accumulating counting stats like points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks. These teams are: Hawks, Hornets, Cavaliers, Mavericks, Warriors, Pelicans, Magic, Suns, Trailblazers, Kings, Spurs, and Jazz

Week 4 presents a clear scheduling advantage for savvy fantasy managers. The elite teams with four games—Los Angeles Lakers, Cleveland, Dallas, Golden State, and Phoenix—should be your primary focus. Their combination of star power and volume creates a perfect storm for fantasy production.

But as we know in Salary Cap fantasy, when it's this early in the season not every player can be a 9M+. So don't sleep on the secondary tier either. Orlando, Sacramento, and a healthy New Orleans squad can provide excellent value. And the streaming options from Utah, Portland, and San Antonio could be the difference-makers to help you rise up the standings.

Remember: fantasy basketball is a marathon, not a sprint. But weeks like this, where scheduling advantages are clear, are your opportunity to pull ahead of the competition. Load up on those four-game players, monitor the injury reports, and watch your team dominate the stat sheet.

A few potential players to target from various teams

Atlanta Hawks

• Onyeka Okongwu - trending into a bigger role and producing good rebounding, assists, etc., while some teammates are out.
• Nickeil Alexander‑Walker - Trae Young (knee) will likely be out into December, leaving the Hawks relying on other players to fill the gap

Charlotte Hornets

• Kon Knueppel - rookie with increased opportunity, favorable role given injuries / absences.
• Collin Sexton - noted as a low-start rate but serious sleeper candidate

Cleveland Cavaliers

• De’Andre Hunter - Slight dud on Friday (15 scs points) but otherwise averaging 30+/game/li>
• Jaylon Tyson - 41.5 SCS points on Saturday, and costs less than 1M against the cap!

Dallas Mavericks

• Naji Marshall - Minutes have been trending up all season, and scored 49 SCS on Saturday
• Brandon Williams - Trending / available option with upside.

Golden State Warriors

• Moses Moody - minutes or production may be undervalued
• Jonathan Kuminga - younger player with upside or bounce-back potential. (less explicit, but plausible sleeper on that team)

Sacramento Kings

• Russell Westbrook - increased minutes, solid counting stats.
• Keon Ellis - young guard/wing with upside in three-guard lineups, etc. (less clear but likely undervalued).

Teams to Avoid (Only 2-3 Games)

While we're focused on four-game teams, it's worth noting that Philadelphia 76ers only play two games this week. Even with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, you might want to look elsewhere for streaming options given the limited volume.

Strategic Lineup Tips for Week 4

1. Prioritize Four-Game Players in Close Decisions

When deciding between two similarly skilled players, always lean toward the one with four games over three.

2. Monitor Injury Reports

Four games means more risk of rest days and injury management. Stay on top of team news, especially for the Suns and Pelicans.

3. Don't Overthink Elite Players

If you already have Luka, Curry, or Sabonis, they're playing no matter what. The scheduling edge just makes them even more valuable.