Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups & Advice: Week 4 (2025)

Week 4 of the fantasy basketball season is here, bringing another opportunity to strengthen your roster through the waiver wire. Whether navigating injuries, chasing short-term production or searching for the next breakout performer, staying proactive early in the season can give you a clear edge.

Below are players to consider adding, organized by the following rostered percentage tiers:

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

You’ll also find a breakdown of each team’s upcoming schedule to help maximize streaming potential and squeeze every bit of value from your lineup. Let’s dive into the Week 4 waiver wire — starting with the schedule.

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Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 4)

Four games:

ATL, CHA, CLE, DAL, GSW, LAC, LAL, MIL, NOR, ORL, PHX, POR, SAC, SAS, UTH

Three games:

BKN, BOS, CHI, DEN, DET, HOU, IND, MEM, MIA, MIN, NYK, OKC, TOR, WAS

Two games:

PHI

Rostered in 50-60% of Leagues

Andrew Nembhard (PG, SG – IND)

Andrew Nembhard was dropped in many leagues after missing seven games with a shoulder injury, but now that he’s healthy, it’s time to scoop him up and thank whoever let him go.

In his first game back, Nembhard logged 30 minutes and delivered 22 points and six assists, though he showed a bit of rust while shooting 35% from the field. Still, it was an impressive return, highlighted by a team-leading 30.1% usage rate. With his playmaking ability and strong role, Nembhard carries plenty of upside and should consistently see 30+ minutes.

Cedric Coward (SG, SF – MEM)

Cedric Coward, the No. 11 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, continues to impress despite coming off the bench. Through four games this month, he’s averaged 14.3 points, 7.3 rebounds and 3.8 assists in 29.3 minutes, showing strong production in limited opportunities. His playing time has steadily increased since the start of the season, and he’s thriving in his sixth-man role.

Coward offers plenty of upside and has been remarkably consistent early in his rookie campaign, scoring at least 12 points in eight of his first 10 games. With his steady contributions across multiple categories, he’s quickly proving to be a reliable asset.

Rostered in 30-49% of Leagues

Tre Jones (PG, SG – CHI)

Coby White (calf) remains a few weeks away from returning, keeping Tre Jones locked into the starting lineup and logging heavy minutes. Despite the Chicago Bulls dropping three of their last four games, Jones has played well this month, averaging 14.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.5 steals while shooting 46.3% from the field.

Jones has also been a consistent defensive contributor, recording at least one steal in eight of his nine appearances this season. With his steady all-around production and secure role, he’s worth adding until White returns.

Ryan Kalkbrenner (C – CHA)

Ryan Kalkbrenner, the No. 34 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, continues to impress in the Charlotte Hornets’ frontcourt. Through nine games, he’s averaging 9.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 2.6 blocks in 27.4 minutes, showcasing strong defensive instincts and reliable interior play.

Kalkbrenner has earned steady minutes and appears to have carved out a consistent role in the rotation. With his shot-blocking upside and growing confidence on both ends, Kalkbrenner is worth considering as a long-term pickup in deeper fantasy leagues.

Rostered in 15-29% of Leagues

Davion Mitchell (PG – MIA)

With Tyler Herro (ankle) still sidelined, Davion Mitchell remains a solid short-term pickup. Through five games in November, he’s averaged 9.2 points, three rebounds, 7.6 assists and 2.4 steals in 31 minutes, providing steady playmaking and strong defensive production.

Mitchell’s ability to rack up steals gives him added value in category formats, and he’ll continue to run the point for the first unit until Herro returns. His current role and balanced stat line make him a worthwhile addition for managers seeking short-term guard depth.

Neemias Queta (C – BOS)

Neemias Queta appears to have locked down his spot in the starting lineup, making him a worthwhile pickup in deeper leagues. Over four games this month, he’s averaged 9.5 points, eight rebounds and 2.3 assists in 24 minutes per contest, providing steady production in a complementary role.

While his numbers don’t stand out, Queta has been highly efficient around the rim, shooting 64.9% from the field. His secure role and strong shooting efficiency make him a dependable depth option for fantasy managers seeking frontcourt stability.

Rostered in 0-14% of Leagues

Zaccharie Risacher (SF, SF, PF – ATL)

For managers in deeper fantasy leagues seeking scoring help, Zaccharie Risacher is a strong target. He’s averaged 15.4 points over his last five games while hitting two three-pointers per contest and carrying a 22.3% usage rate.

Risacher has also delivered steady fantasy production, scoring at least 23 fantasy points in each of his last five outings and topping 30 in three of them. His consistency and growing offensive role make him a worthwhile add in deeper formats.

Noah Clowney (PF, C – BKN)

Noah Clowney has thrived since joining the Brooklyn Nets’ starting lineup three games ago, averaging 18 points, 8.7 rebounds, five assists, 1.3 steals and 1.3 blocks in 30.7 minutes. The 21-year-old has contributed in every category and shown impressive versatility on both ends of the floor.

With Cam Thomas (hamstring) sidelined for the past two contests, Clowney has posted the second-highest usage rate on the team at 21.1%. He’s expected to remain in the starting five and continue logging heavy minutes, especially with Thomas ruled out for at least the next two weeks.