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Adds 13 points in SL win Branham finished Friday's 100-91 Summer League win over the Bulls with 13 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five assists, one rebound, one steal and one block across 20 minutes.

Impact Branham delivered a solid performance on the offensive end and finished as Cleveland's second-leading scorer. The 23-year-old guard also led the team in assists. He'll look to latch on with an NBA squad ahead of training camp after finishing the 2025-26 campaign in the G League.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 23 points in SL win Branham registered 23 points (7-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 28 minutes in Wednesday's 82-77 Summer League win over the Pelicans.

Impact Branham led all scorers with 23 points. The 23-year-old has scored in double figures in all four of his Summer League appearances, with Wednesday's outing marking his first 20-point performance. Branham closed the 2025-26 campaign with the Cleveland Charge of the G League after making 28 appearances with the Wizards earlier in the season, averaging 4.6 points and 1.6 rebounds in 9.9 minutes per contest.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well Friday Branham finished with 15 points (4-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block across 22 minutes in Friday's 99-93 Summer League loss to Indiana.

Impact Branham spent the bulk of his career with the Spurs before last suiting up for the Wizards during the 2025-26 campaign. In 216 regular-season appearances with San Antonio and Washington, the 2022 No. 20 overall pick averaged 8.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.1 blocks and 0.4 steals over 17.8 minutes of work. Branham could find a spot on an NBA roster at some point moving ahead, though it might be a while before he earns routine minutes for a club.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Cavaliers quietly scoop up young guard that Spurs quickly gave up on The Cleveland Cavaliers signed Malaki Branham to play in Summer League, scooping up the young guard after the San Antonio Spurs and Wizards...

JULY 4 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Cavaliers just stole their next hidden gem in former Ohio State star Malaki Branham has struggled to make an impact in the NBA, but the Cleveland Cavaliers see a chance to develop the young wing.

MARCH 10 • KINGJAMESGOSPEL.COM

Ex-Spurs Guard is having a viciously tough time finding a home The San Antonio Spurs traded Malaki Branham away in the offseason, and he's had trouble finding a landing spot in the NBA ever since.

FEBRUARY 10 • AIRALAMO.COM

Waived by Charlotte The Hornets waived Branham on Monday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Branham was traded from the Mavericks to Charlotte on Thursday, but the Hornets had no intention of keeping him. Branham is now free to seek opportunities elsewhere.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Branham (not with team) is out for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Branham was traded from the Mavericks on Thursday and remains away from the team. His next opportunity to suit up comes Wednesday against the Hawks.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte puts home win streak on the line against Detroit

Charlotte heads into a matchup against Detroit as winners of four games in a row at home

FEBRUARY 8 • Associated Press

Not with team for Saturday Branham (recently traded) is out for Saturday's game against the Hawks.

Impact After coming over from the Mavericks on Thursday in a trade, Branham hasn't yet joined the Hornets. His next opportunity to do so comes Monday against the Pistons.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

The Mavs are leaving no doubt that Cooper Flagg is their future after trading Anthony Davis

The Dallas Mavericks have officially declared Cooper Flagg as the future face of the franchise after trading Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards

FEBRUARY 6 • Associated Press

Now moving to Charlotte The Mavericks are trading Branham to the Hornets in exchange for Tyus Jones on Thursday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact It's a simple one-for-one swap that offers both sides their preferences as backcourt depth options. Branham, who was just moved to Dallas as part of the Anthony Davis (finger) trade Wednesday, should slot into a similar position he held with the Wizards earlier this year. Branham averaged 9.9 minutes per game over 28 appearances for Washington.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Antetokounmpo remains with Bucks as an extremely hectic NBA trade deadline passes

Giannis Antetokounmpo remains with the Milwaukee Bucks as the NBA trade deadline passes

FEBRUARY 5 • Associated Press

Wizards acquiring Anthony Davis from Mavericks in 8-player trade, AP source says

A person with knowledge of the deal says the Washington Wizards are acquiring Anthony Davis in an eight-player trade with the Mavericks that includes draft picks for Dallas

FEBRUARY 4 • Associated Press

Traded to Dallas The Wizards traded Branham, Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Marvin Bagley, two first-round picks and three second-round picks to the Mavericks on Wednesday in exchange for Anthony Dav...

Impact After being traded from San Antonio to Washington this past offseason, Branham will now join the Mavericks. The 2022 first-rounder is on an expiring contract and will provide backcourt depth for Dallas. He averaged 4.6 points and 1.6 rebounds in 9.9 minutes per game over 28 regular-season appearances with the Wizards in 2025-26.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Paces Washington in blowout loss Branham supplied 17 points (6-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and one rebound in 22 minutes during Friday's 142-111 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Branham has played an inconsistent role so far this season but saw an uptick in minutes Friday with multiple key contributors sidelined for the second leg of Washington's back-to-back set. The 22-year-old guard made the most of his increased playing time in the blowout loss, finishing as Washington's leading scorer with a season-high 17 points. The 2022 first-rounder has seen the court in four straight games, during which he has averaged 7.3 points and 1.5 rebounds across 11.5 minutes per game.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Doncic and James lead the way, and the Lakers shoot 61% from the field in a 142-111 rout of Wizards

Luka Doncic had a triple-double by halftime and finished with 37 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 142-111 rout of the Washington Wizards

JANUARY 31 • Associated Press

Media Availability: Head Coach Brian Keefe and Malaki Branham | 1.17.26

JANUARY 17 • YOUTUBE

Strong line in loss Branham totaled eight points (3-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, eight assists, one block and three steals across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 131-110 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Wednesday was a big day for the franchise, as the Wizards swapped CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert for Trae Young (quadriceps). Branham could see more opportunities moving forward, and he made the most of his minutes Wednesday with season-high marks in assists and steals. He's worth keeping an eye on in deeper formats.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Branham (calf) is available for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Branham will shed his questionable tag due to right calf soreness and suit up against Milwaukee. The 22-year-old guard has logged double-digit minutes in three of his last five appearances, averaging 4.8 points and 2.0 rebounds while shooting 52.6 percent from the field in 11.2 minutes per game during that stretch.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Branham is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks due to right calf soreness.

Impact Branham could test out his calf during Wednesday's pregame warmups before the Wizards decide whether he'll be available for action. The guard has played at least 20 minutes just one time in his last five appearances, so his status may not have a significant impact on the Washington rotation.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to face Memphis Branham (thumb) is available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Branham was labeled questionable on Washington's initial injury report due to a sprained thumb. However, he's been given the green light Sunday. The 22-year-old guard is a fringe rotation piece for the Wizards, but he could see some more action due to the absence of Kyshawn George (hip).

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Branham (thumb) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Branham is in jeopardy of missing Sunday's contest due to the same sprained thumb that cost him three games earlier this month. However, his potential absence shouldn't cause any significant waves in the Washington rotation.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Branham has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against Memphis.

Impact Branham will return from a three-game absence due to a sprained thumb. With Bilal Coulibaly (ankle) and Corey Kispert (thumb) out, Branham could see considerable run off the bench against the Grizzlies.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with thumb sprain Branham is questionable for Saturday's game against the Grizzlies due to a sprained right thumb.

Impact Branham is trying to avoid missing a fourth consecutive game with the injury. If the swingman doesn't play, Tre Johnson should see a slight bump in minutes Saturday for some deep-league streaming appeal.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Charlotte puts home win streak on the line against Detroit

The Mavs are leaving no doubt that Cooper Flagg is their future after trading Anthony Davis

Antetokounmpo remains with Bucks as an extremely hectic NBA trade deadline passes

Wizards acquiring Anthony Davis from Mavericks in 8-player trade, AP source says

Doncic and James lead the way, and the Lakers shoot 61% from the field in a 142-111 rout of Wizards