This article is part of our EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge Picks series.
We're back with another set of EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge picks, and for the first time this season the second time in the same week, as Round 4 directly follows Round 3.
We will list a number of players that will help you build a winning fantasy lineup, and if you have any questions or comments, feel free to drop those at the bottom of this article or reach out via @RotoWireEuro.
Guard
Shane Larkin, Anadolu Efes Istanbul (14.9 credits)
Larkin is set to shine on his home turf against Valencia. With the visitors playing a home game before making the journey to Instabul and Efes playing its second game at home this week, the stars align for Larkin. Valencia has shown vulnerabilities in defending backcourt players, making Larkin an appealing choice. His extensive playing time -- nearly 30 minutes per game -- ensures he will have ample opportunities to contribute.
Chris Jones, Valencia Basket (13.0 credits)
Jones is another solid option in the backcourt. Like Valencia, Efes have struggled to contain guards, and Jones should take advantage in this situation. With a knack for taking shots, racking up secondary stats like assists, rebounds and fouls drawn while playing at least 25 minutes, Jones is a well-rounded fantasy option.
Rodrigue Beaubois, Anadolu Efes Istanbul (8.8 credits)
Beaubois' value will remain inflated as long as Elijah Bryant (undisclosed) remains sidelined. While Beaubois faces Valencia, which is ceding the fewest points and PIR per game through three Rounds, Beaubois should be plenty fresh on his home court. Beaubois' versatility -- which includes including in all of the rebounds, assists, steals, blocks and fouls drawn categories -- makes him an intriguing choice.
Forward
Nikola Mirotic, EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (16.4 credits)
Mirotic, one of the most efficient players in the league, faces a tough opponent in Real Madrid. What's interesting, though, is that Real is allowing power forwards to maintain high shooting percentages. In addition to scoring, Mirotic contributes rebounds, assists, steals and draws fouls -- all while playing over 30 minutes per game.
Tornike Shengelia, Virtus Segafredo Bologna (13.6 credits)
Shengelia thrives in numerous aspects of the game, from scoring to rebounding, assisting and drawing fouls. He's proven himself across both domestic and EuroLeague games and just dropped 26 points in Round 3. Virtus will next square off against Red Star, a team that tends to struggle defending bigs. The stage is set for Shengelia to shine.
Rolands Smits, Zalgiris Kaunas (10.4 credits)
Smits prepares to take on Baskonia in Round 4. He possesses three-point shooting ability, strong rebounding skills and an increased tendency to draw fouls. Baskonia has allowed opposing bigs to get busy, making Smits a robust choice.
Center
Johannes Thiemann, ALBA Berlin (9.5 credits)
Thiemann continues to be an incredible value pick. He is getting consistent playing time, just recorded a second straight double-double in Round 3 and even showcased his three-point shooting skills. Thiemann remains a safe and reliable choice.
Joffrey Lauvergne, LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne (9.0 credits)
Lauvergne is poised to take advantage of a matchup with Fenerbahce, a team that recently allowed centers similar to Lauvergne -- Mathias Lessort put up 25 PIR and Brandon Davies 21 -- to have significant impact. With the potential for around 10 field goal attempts and over 20 minutes of play, Lauvergne is well-positioned to outperform his price.
Head Coach
Dimitris Itoudis, Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul (8.7 credits)
Itoudis is one of the more expensive coaching options, but he provides a sense of security. Fenerbahce is set to face ASVEL at home. Fenerbahce is coming off a victory against Panathinaikos in Round 3, and in contrast ASVEL has struggled, losing six of its last seven official EuroLeague or domestic games.
Sasa Obradovic, AS Monaco (8.6 credits)
Monaco will be itching for another win to get back to the .500 mark. Facing ALBA at home, and with Kemba Walker now in the fold, Obradovic and Monaco are primed to pick up a win in Round 4.
Luca Banchi, Virtus Segafredo Bologna (6.7 credits)
While a bit more of a risk, Banchi is an affordable choice as Virtus takes on Red Star at home. Virtus lost only once in its last five official EuroLeague and domestic games, providing some hope for a successful Round 4.
