Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups & Advice: Week 24 (2025)

Welcome to Week 24, fantasy managers. For most head-to-head leagues, it’s either playoff time or championship week. Every roster decision now carries immense weight, as a single player can be the difference between victory and defeat.

Roto managers, you’re still battling for every point in the standings. Every stat matters. We’re in win-now mode, prioritizing players who will maximize games played and deliver impactful performances.

This week, the focus is on acquiring players who will immediately boost your lineup. Targeting those who can contribute across the board will give you the edge needed to secure a championship or climb the roto standings. It’s about maximizing games played, consistent production and strategic acquisitions that put you in the best position to win.

We’re getting picky with our pickups. Every player highlighted in this article is playing four games this week. While players like Justin Edwards and Yves Missi are fantastic options, we’re avoiding those with only three games to ensure maximum opportunity for production.

Let’s dive into the top waiver wire options and make these playoff-defining moves count.

We’ll look at players you should consider picking up who are rostered in four different roster tiers:

50-60%
30-49%
15-29%
0-14%.

What’s more, I’ll give you a breakdown of how many games each team has for the upcoming week, so you can maximize the minutes of your streamers. Without further ado, let’s dissect the waiver wire, starting with the schedule for next week.

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Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 24)

Four games:

ATL, BOS, CHI, DAL, DEN, GSW, HOU, IND, LAC, LAL, MEM, MIA, MIL, NYK, OKC, POR, SAC, SAS, TOR, UTA, WAS

Three games:

BKN, CHA, CLE, DET, MIN, NOP, ORL, PHI, PHX,

Rostered in 50-60% of Leagues

Shaedon Sharpe (SG, SF – POR)

Shaedon Sharpe has been a steady contributor over his last eight games, averaging 19.6 points, six rebounds, 2.3 assists and one steal per contest. His scoring consistency has been particularly impressive, as he hasn’t dipped below 15 points in any game during this stretch. That level of reliability is crucial at this stage of the season, especially for fantasy managers in need of dependable offensive production.

Beyond the raw stats, Sharpe’s role in the offense remains strong, ranking third on the team in usage rate at 23.9% over this span. With a consistent role and a steady shot volume, he offers a well-rounded fantasy profile that contributes across multiple categories.

Rostered in 30-49% of Leagues

Spencer Dinwiddie (PG, SG – DAL)

Spencer Dinwiddie has been a strong all-around contributor over his last 10 games, averaging 17.8 points, 4.1 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 1.3 steals in 34.8 minutes per game. With the Dallas Mavericks dealing with multiple injuries, he has stepped into a larger role, providing both scoring and playmaking at a high level. His ability to fill up the stat sheet makes him an appealing waiver wire add, especially for managers looking for a boost in assists and steals.

Dinwiddie’s increased minutes and offensive involvement have solidified his value, as he continues to play a key role for Dallas. His combination of scoring efficiency, facilitating and defensive contributions makes him a well-rounded fantasy option.

Toumani Camara (SF, PF – POR)

If reliability is what you’re after, Toumani Camara is a rock-solid option. His role has been steady, and his production follows suit, making him a dependable fantasy asset. In March, he’s logging 35.5 minutes per game, translating that playing time into well-rounded numbers — 12.8 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.8 steals per contest.

With Camara’s ability to contribute across multiple categories, he offers value beyond just scoring, making him a strong pickup for managers needing a little bit of everything. With defensive stats often hard to come by on the waiver wire, his knack for racking up steals makes him an even more appealing addition.

Rostered in 15-29% of Leagues

Kel’el Ware (C – MIA)

The Miami Heat are riding a four-game winning streak, and rookie Kel’el Ware has played a significant role in their recent success. He’s averaging 27 minutes per game during this stretch and making the most of his opportunities. His impact on the glass has been especially notable, recording a double-double in three of those four contests while averaging 11.5 points, 11 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.3 blocks.

Ware’s ability to contribute across multiple categories adds to his fantasy appeal. His rebounding numbers provide a solid foundation, but his 1.3 blocks per game offer a sneaky boost in a category often tough to find from big men.

Rostered in 0-14% of Leagues

Davion Mitchell (PG – MIA)

Davion Mitchell is an excellent target for deeper leagues, offering consistent production in an expanded role. Over his last nine games, he’s logging 32.4 minutes per contest, an impressive workload for a player rostered in fewer than 10% of leagues. He’s turning that playing time into steady contributions across the board, averaging 10.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.3 steals per game.

Mitchell’s biggest asset is his stability, which is often difficult to find on the waiver wire in deeper formats. His assists and steals offer sneaky value, and his heavy minutes ensure a solid floor. If you’re looking for a guard who won’t hurt your lineup and will contribute across multiple categories, Mitchell is a strong under-the-radar option worth considering.