It’s that time of year when rotations tighten, injuries stack up, and smart fantasy basketball managers start finding value in the cracks. Let’s dig into a few under-the-radar waiver wire adds that can give you short-term juice — or possibly stick for the long haul.
Let’s dive into the key storylines and fantasy trends to watch for Week 4.
Fantasy Basketball Deep League Waiver Wire Adds
Jay Huff – C, Pacers
Huff’s 16-point outburst against Brooklyn was decent, but his 1.5 blocks per game definitely pop off the page. The Pacers are still banged up, and Huff’s rim protection gives him sneaky streaming appeal while the frontcourt stays thin.
He followed that up with a 12/11/2/3/2 line against the Warriors — his first double-double of the season — showing that he doesn’t need 30 minutes to make an impact.
Still, in leagues where you’re chasing blocks and efficiency, Huff belongs on your watchlist. He’s outproducing Isaiah Jackson in fewer minutes, which says plenty about his per-minute fantasy punch.
Kris Dunn – G, Clippers
Kris Dunn is the definition of “next man up” fantasy gold. With Kawhi, Beal, and Harden all missing time lately, Dunn’s quietly made the most of his run — racking up steals, assists, and boards like a pro.
His role isn’t stable long-term, but when the Clippers’ stars sit, Dunn delivers top-100 level production. Keep him circled on your streaming radar — especially in weeks with soft opponents or heavy rest days for the vets.
Ryan Dunn – F, Suns
Jalen Green’s hamstring flared up again, which opens a lane for Ryan Dunn to step back into meaningful minutes. He logged 20 minutes off the bench Saturday and should slide into the starting unit while Green heals up.
In his starts this season, Dunn has averaged 10 points and nearly 6 rebounds, providing low-end scoring with solid defensive energy. Not a league winner, but with four games on the schedule this week, he’s a strong short-term plug.
Sam Merrill – G, Cavaliers
Need threes? Merrill’s your guy. He’s drilling 55% from deep on a career-high 8.6 attempts per game, and the Cavs play four times this week. That kind of volume makes him a legit category winner in 3PM for anyone looking to make up ground.
Cleveland’s offense is still leaning heavily on spacing around Mitchell and Garland — Merrill’s role as a catch-and-shoot weapon isn’t going anywhere.
Egor Demin – G, Nets
With Cam Thomas sidelined 3–4 weeks (hamstring), Egor Demin is stepping into his first career start and a green-light role for a rebuilding Nets squad.
Demin’s usage should rise immediately, and while he’ll have his rookie ups and downs, opportunity alone makes him a must-add in deeper leagues. As long as Thomas is out, Demin’s a priority pickup.
Quinten Post – F/C, Warriors
Post took advantage of Steve Kerr’s bigger lineup Sunday, putting up 14 points, 8 boards, and 2 triples against Indiana. He’s shown flashes of versatility, but until he locks in 25+ minutes, he’s a matchup-dependent streamer.
If the Warriors rest vets or deal with injuries, Post has the strong stat set (points, rebounds, a block, and threes) to be worth a temporary roster spot.
Will Richard – G, Warriors
Another Warrior making the most of the chaos. With Steph Curry sidelined, Will Richard has quietly dropped three straight double-digit games, including a 15-point performance Sunday.
The consistency isn’t there yet, but when Golden State’s shorthanded, Richard’s athleticism and scoring punch pop. Keep an eye on him for the Warriors’ upcoming Tuesday/Wednesday back-to-back, especially in daily formats.
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