Brandon Miller erupts for 39 points and five threes against the Wizards

Fantasy basketball: Miller's huge night came with elevated minutes and usage, making him a priority add in all formats if he remains available in your league.

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 27, 2026

Brandon Miller scored 39 points on 15-of-28 shooting with six rebounds, three steals, two blocks and five threes in 36 minutes as a starter in Charlotte's 110-103 home win over Washington on Monday, October 26.

The 60.7 fantasy points far exceeded his 33.6 per game over last season (65 games), fuelled by a season-high 36 minutes and 28 field-goal attempts. His usage rate sits at 35.0 per cent through four games, though his 41.1 per cent true shooting suggests inefficiency remains an issue. Miller's combination of scoring, defensive stats and threes makes him valuable in nine-category leagues, and the spike in volume pushed his fantasy points output well above his 32.9 projection.

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Brandon Miller

Miller's season averages through four games now stand at 24.3 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 32.7 minutes, up from 20.2, 4.9 and 3.3 in 30.3 minutes over 65 games last season. The 36 minutes and 28 shots represented significant increases from his usual workload, and the defensive contributions (three steals, two blocks) added category coverage alongside the five threes.

Charlotte has one game left this week, on Monday. Miller's elevated usage and expanding minutes make him a strong fantasy option in all formats, though managers should monitor whether the shooting efficiency improves from its current 41.1 per cent true shooting. If he is available in your league, add him immediately.

What to do

• Add Brandon Miller in any league where he remains available after his 39-point eruption.

• Start Miller in both nine-category and points leagues for Charlotte's final game of the week on Monday.

• Monitor his shooting efficiency and minute totals to see whether the expanded role holds.

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