Malaki Branham

MALAKI BRANHAM (SAS)

#22•M. BRANHAM

G• 6'5, 195 lbs; 2nd year, Ohio State

UNDERDOG

NBA ROLE: Multi-LEVEL PLAYMAKER

 

1/2 of SA’s youthful (backcourt), scoring duo*, Malaki Branham broke onto the scene/draft boards late into his freshman season w/ the Buckeyes - impressive, 6’5 scorer/playmaker; trouble for the opposition offensively: Branham has a quick “push” shot that isn’t swayed by a tough close out (can get his shot off under duress); downtown volume is a positive sign nearly on: Branham relies on the 3 ball as a means to set the tone & carry offensive production; has a special trait of getting between and doing damage w/ his float game or short pull-up; underrated playmaker: able to find open scorers after penetrating; projects as a solid perimeter defender (is aided by a long wingspan) - how quickly can/will he improve on that end?; looks like another draft steal in San Antonio: Malaki’s got a prime hold in Coach Pop’s lineup, could evolve into a 10+ scorer as a sophomore in 2024

*Blake Wesley is the other

SIGNATURE! COMING SOON.

#DOGTAGS: UNDERDOG, BUCKET-GETTER

MORE ON M. BRANHAM

  • Big Ten Freshman of the Year (2022)

  • Big Ten All-Freshman Team (2022)

  • Third Team All Big Ten (2021)

  • Jordan Brand Classic (2021)

  • Ohio Mr. Basketball (2020)

  • (FACTORY SETTING) NBA 2K24 RATING: 76