MALAKI BRANHAM NEWS

Former Ohio State basketball star traded to new NBA team Former Ohio State basketball star Malaki Branham has been traded to a new NBA team.

6 DAYS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Malaki Branham, former Akron St. Vincent-St. Mary and Ohio State star, traded to Wizards Columbus native Malaki Branham has a new NBA team 3 years after the San Antonio Spurs drafted him in the first round out of Ohio State.

6 DAYS AGO • BEACONJOURNAL.COM

Kelly Olynyk on the move again, this time traded to San Antonio, AP source says

Kelly Olynyk is getting traded for the third time in five months

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Kelly Olynyk traded to San Antonio Shams Charania: The Washington Wizards are trading Kelly Olynyk to the San Antonio Spurs for Malaki Branham, Blake Wesley and a 2026 second-...

6 DAYS AGO • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Headed to Wasington The Spurs traded Branham, Blake Wesley and a 2026 second-round pick to the Wizards in exchange for Kelly Olynyk, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Branham is set to join Washington, though he isn't guaranteed significant playing time in a crowded backcourt. The 22-year-old appeared in 47 regular-season games with San Antonio last season. During that span, he averaged 5.0 points and 1.1 rebounds while shooting 45.8 percent from the field and 40.8 percent from downtown across a career-low 9.1 minutes per contest.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Plays 17 minutes Branham closed with 11 points (4-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one steal across 17 minutes during Sunday's 125-118 victory over Toronto.

Impact Playing in his third NBA season, Branham unfortunately took a big step back. He made just 47 regular-season appearances, averaging 5.0 points, 1.1 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 0.7 three-pointers in just 9.1 minutes. He did hit 40.5 percent from beyond the arc, however.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs rally from a 22-point deficit to beat the Raptors 125-118

Keldon Johnson had 23 points, Stephon Castle added 20, and the San Antonio Spurs rallied from a 22-point deficit to beat the Toronto Raptors 125-118

APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Garrett Temple suffers worrisome knee injury in season finale Josh Lewenberg: Garrett Temple just went to the locker room after Malaki Branham came down on his left knee. Could see the look of concern o...

APRIL 13 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Posts 15 points from bench Branham registered 15 points (6-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 23 minutes during Friday's 117-98 loss to Phoenix.

Impact Branham has made his presence known in the closing weeks, although he's also failed to see the flor a few times. Branham's best chance for future success would probably be the potential departure of Chris Paul, but the veteran's future with the team is currently up in the air.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores season-high 17 points Branham notched 17 points (7-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists across 23 minutes during Sunday's 120-109 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Branham tallied double-digits for the third time in the past five games, matching his season-high with 17 points. As the Spurs get closer to the end of what has been a frustrating season, Branham has been able to force his way into the rotation. With that being said, his playing time has been far from consistent. Given his muted role this season, it's hard to see Branham carving out a regular spot for himself next season.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to parent club The Spurs recalled Branham from the G League's Austin Spurs on Friday.

Impact Branham will return to the NBA after a brief stint in the G League. Branham is averaging 3.9 points and 1.0 rebounds in 8.2 minutes across his 38 NBA appearances this season.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to G League The Spurs assigned Branham to the G League's Austin Spurs on Saturday, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Branham has received inconsistent playing time for San Antonio this season, so he should receive increased opportunities in the G League. However, Branham has yet to make an appearance for Austin this season.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Rare appearance in loss Branham finished Monday's 128-109 loss to Memphis with no counting stats across two minutes.

Impact Branham appeared for just the second time in the past four games, having now played no more than five minutes in eight straight games. given his role has been basically non-existent, the arrival of De'Aaron Fox is going to make it even harder for Branham to see the floor in any capacity.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs' Malaki Branham Celebrates Ohio State Winning CFP Championship Malaki Branham played for the Ohio State Buckeyes before being drafted by the San Antonio Spurs.

JANUARY 21 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Quiet in return Wednesday Branham posted eight points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and two assists in 13 minutes during Wednesday's 139-130 win over the Wizards.

Impact Branham returned from a two-game absence due to an ankle injury, playing limited minutes off the bench. He had been playing reasonably well prior to the injury but is now faced with a healthy Devin Vassell, as well as a confident Sephon Castle. Although Branham is likely to feature in the rotation on a regular basis, he would need an injury or two ahead of him to allow him to play significant minutes.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for action Branham (ankle) will play in Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Branham missed a pair of contests due to a sprained right ankle, but he's been given the green light Wednesday. Branham has appeared in nine games this season, averaging 10.0 points across 16.3 minutes.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Branham (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Branham is in jeopardy of missing his third straight matchup due to a right ankle sprain. The 21-year-old has carved out a significant role off the bench through nine regular-season appearances, during which he has averaged 10.0 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 16.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Branham (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Kings, Ty Jager of FanSided.com reports.

Impact Branham will miss his second consecutive game due to a right ankle sprain. The 21-year-old has seen significant run off the bench this season, during which he has averaged 10.0 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 16.3 minutes per game. With Branham out, Stephon Castle and Keldon Johnson are candidates for a slight uptick in playing time.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Branham (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Kings, independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan reports.

Impact Branham missed Saturday's game against the Jazz due to a right ankle injury which now has his staus in question for Monday. If he is ultimately unable to go, Keldon Johnson and Julian Champagnie could see more run.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Utah Branham (ankle) is out for Saturday's game versus the Jazz, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Branham has been downgraded from questionable to out Saturday due to a right ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Sacramento.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Saturday Branham (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.

Impact Branham suffered the injury in Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers, and the questionable tag isn't ideal. He was in the midst of his best game of the season, as he tallied 17 points and three assists across 22 minutes vs. Portland.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with ankle injury Branham won't return to Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a right ankle injury, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports. He finished the night with 17 points (6-8 FG...

Impact Branham was putting together a stellar performance across the board and leading his team in scoring prior to departing. The severity of the injury has not yet been disclosed.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark off bench Branham recorded 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-4 3Pt) and three rebounds in 20 minutes during Wednesday's 105-93 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Branham's efficient shooting helped him tally 15 points for the second straight game while coming off the bench. The 21-year-old guard is averaging 11.0 points and 2.0 rebounds in 14.0 minutes across four appearances this season.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE