A complete breakdown of the champion roster and the strategy behind it
On November 22, Daily Fantasy, the leading fantasy sports platform in the Philippines, hosted a major ₱100,000 contest built around the Phoenix Suns vs. Minnesota Timberwolves matchup. The winning entry, Whitney_Altenwerth_IT, earned an impressive 368.7 fantasy points, securing a top prize of ₱117,835.74.
This analysis explains the lineup choices, the thought process behind each player selection, and how the combination of multipliers, role players, and game flow produced a tournament-winning result.
Winning Lineup Overview (PHX vs MIN – Nov 22)
Captain (2× Multiplier)
Anthony Edwards – 126.0 FP → 252.0 FP
Vice-Captain (1.5× Multiplier)
Rudy Gobert – 50.1 FP → 75.15 FP
Remaining Players
PG: Jordan Goodwin – 30.2 FP
PG: Collin Gillespie – 37.4 FP
SG: Donte DiVincenzo – 25.9 FP
SF: Dillon Brooks – 32.5 FP
PF: Jaden McDaniels – 33.0 FP
C: Mark Williams – 33.6 FP
Total Score: 368.7 FP
Prize Won: ₱117,835.74
1. Anthony Edwards as Captain: The Foundation of the Winning Score
Anthony Edwards exploded for 126 fantasy points, and doubling that output through the Captain multiplier produced 252 points, which formed the bulk of the winning score.
Why Edwards was the ideal Captain
- He carries one of the highest usage rates among guards in this matchup.
- Phoenix struggles against powerful perimeter scorers.
- Edwards contributes across multiple categories: points, rebounds, assists, steals, and even blocks.
- When he gets hot, he can produce tournament-breaking fantasy totals.
Choosing the highest-ceiling star as Captain is often the difference between a strong lineup and a championship lineup — and this was a perfect example.
2. Rudy Gobert as Vice-Captain: Stability and Defensive Dominance
Rudy Gobert delivered 50.1 fantasy points, and the 1.5× multiplier raised his contribution to 75.15 points. While not as explosive as Edwards, Gobert offered the reliability needed for the secondary multiplier slot.
Why Gobert was the correct Vice-Captain
- Phoenix had no interior player capable of matching his rebounding presence.
- Gobert racks up fantasy stats through rebounds, blocks, putbacks, and efficient shooting.
- His floor is exceptionally safe, making him a dependable option for the 1.5× multiplier.
Where the Captain slot seeks maximum upside, the Vice-Captain slot benefits from players who rarely underperform — Gobert delivered exactly that.
3. Double-Center Construction: Gobert + Mark Williams
Using two centers created a strong statistical foundation for the lineup.
Benefits of the double-center approach
- Centers typically contribute consistent rebounds and high-percentage scoring.
- Both Gobert and Williams exceeded expectations.
- Blocks and interior defense add hidden fantasy value many players overlook.
The combination of stability (Gobert) and efficient secondary production (Williams) worked perfectly in this contest.
4. Value Players Who Contributed Without Weak Spots
One of the biggest strengths of this lineup was that none of the role players produced a low or damaging score. Every selection added meaningful points.
Standout value contributions
- Collin Gillespie – 37.4 FP
One of the top value plays of the night, outperforming most expectations. - Jordan Goodwin – 30.2 FP
Balanced production through assists, steals, and opportunistic scoring. - Jaden McDaniels – 33.0 FP
Reliable across multiple categories, especially defensive contributions. - Dillon Brooks – 32.5 FP
Scored efficiently and added hustle stats. - Donte DiVincenzo – 25.9 FP
Solid, mistake-free performance that avoided killing lineup upside.
This lineup succeeded in large part because no single position collapsed — a common issue in large-field fantasy tournaments.
5. Minnesota Stack That Matched the Actual Game Flow
The winning roster leaned heavily on Minnesota players — a strategy that aligned perfectly with how the game unfolded.
Why the Minnesota-heavy build worked
- When the Timberwolves perform well as a team, Edwards and Gobert both trend toward ceiling outcomes.
- Minnesota’s defense led to fast-break opportunities and increased usage for key players.
- Correlated lineups often outperform mixed-team builds in single-game contests.
Stacking multiple pieces from the team most likely to dominate is a classic winning approach in all fantasy sports formats.
6. Excellent Use of Multipliers
The most difficult part of single-game fantasy contests is choosing the correct multiplier combination. This lineup executed that flawlessly:
- Captain (2×): Anthony Edwards — highest ceiling on the slate
- Vice-Captain (1.5×): Rudy Gobert — safest high-probability performer
Together, these two slots produced 327.15 fantasy points, creating a massive edge even before the remaining six players contributed.
Conclusion: Why This Lineup Earned ₱117,835.74
The winning roster succeeded because every part of the construction worked together:
- The right superstar was chosen for the 2× multiplier.
- A dependable big man anchored the 1.5× slot.
- Both centers delivered strong all-around production.
- Every value player provided meaningful fantasy points.
- Team stacking matched the real game’s rhythm and outcomes.
- The lineup balanced high ceiling with consistent floor across all positions.
It was a clear example of how strong decision-making and player selection can turn a single NBA game into a major payday.
