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Washington takes on Indiana on 4-game slide

Washington aims to end its four-game losing streak with a win over Indiana

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Friday Branham (thumb) will not play Friday against the Cavaliers.

Impact Branham was unable to shake his questionable tag for this contest. He's not a consistent part of the rotation, so his absence won't have a big fantasy impact.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Branham is questionable for Friday's game against the Cavaliers due to a right thumb sprain.

Impact Branham is not a consistent rotation player in Washington, as he's averaging 8.0 minutes across 11 appearances. Therefore, his status doesn't carry a lot of fantasy implications.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in rotation Tuesday Branham logged eight points (3-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal over 11 minutes during Tuesday's 121-102 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Branham moved back into the rotation, albeit for 11 minutes during garbage time. Despite playing for a team that seemingly has every incentive to blood its youth, Branham has been unable to carve out a consistent role for himself. Through nine appearances, he is averaging just 4.0 points in 7.3 minutes.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs vindicated for dismissing underperforming guard struggling in new home This offseason, the Spurs decided to let former 20th overall pick Malaki Branham go. A surprising move to some, the choice has become a stro...

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • AIRALAMO.COM

Plays eight minutes in win Branham closed with zero points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two assists and one steal across eight minutes during Tuesday's 132-113 win over the Hawks.

Impact Branham does not have a role within Washington's rotation, appearing in just six games this season for an average of 7.8 minutes, and he likely only touches the court in blowout situations. This trend is likely to continue unless Washington experiences more injuries to their backcourt.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 10 points in loss Branham chipped in 10 points (3-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and three rebounds in 17 minutes during Wednesday's 136-107 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Branham made just his second appearance of the season, logging 17 minutes, all of which came in the second half. The Wizards are struggling to find a winning formula at the moment, something that could very well plague them the entire season. At this stage, there is no reason to consider Branham a viable fantasy asset.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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.

JULY 9, 2025 • 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.

JULY 9, 2025 • 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

JULY 9, 2025 • 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-...

JULY 9, 2025 • 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.

JULY 9, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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

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Washington takes on Indiana on 4-game slide

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

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