Malaki Branham News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

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

Malaki Branham Shootaround Media Availability vs Minnesota | 11.2.2024

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • YOUTUBE

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

Malaki Branham's Postgame vs Houston Rockets | 10.28.2024

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Not in starting five Thursday Branham is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Mavericks, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Branham was competing for the fifth spot in the starting unit, but in the end, he'll come off the bench in this season opener. Julian Champagnie got the starting nod alongside Chris Paul, Harrison Barnes, Jeremy Sochan and Victor Wembanyama.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs pick up option The Spurs exercised their fourth-year team option on Branham on Friday, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Branham has emerged as a solid rotational piece for the Spurs and has improved with each passing year, so the team has decided to keep him around not only for this season, but for 2025-26 as well. Branham averaged 9.2 points, 2.1 assists and 2.0 rebounds per game across 75 regular-season appearances in 2023-24, his second year in The Association.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Malaki Branham's Night in Houston | 10.17.2024

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Enters starting five Branham is starting Thursday's preseason game against the Rockets, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Branham will get a chance to start with the Spurs set to rest the majority of the starting unit. He fared well in limited chances Tuesday against the Heat, tallying 15 points in 13 bench minutes.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday Branham (undisclosed) will suit up for Tuesday's preseason game against Miami, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Branham didn't play in Saturday's preseason win over Utah due to undisclosed reasons but will return to action Tuesday. The 2022 first-round pick averaged 9.2 points and 2.1 assists in 21.3 minutes across 75 regular-season appearances (29 starts) last season.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Held out of Saturday's game Branham (undisclosed) was unavailable and in street clothes in Saturday's preseason win over the Jazz, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Though it wasn't announced before the game, Branham was among the players held out from Saturday's contest. His next chance to play will come against the Heat on Tuesday.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Branham Iconcussion) is practicing with the team during training camp, Matt Guzman of SI.com reports.

Impact Branham missed the Spurs' 2023-24 regular-season finale with a concussion, but he's been a full participant in training camp ahead of the 2024-25 campaign. The guard figures to compete with Stephon Castle and Blake Wesley for the starting shooting guard spot while Devin Vassell (foot) is sidelined. Once Vassell is healthy, Branham should handle a significant role off the bench.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Spurs' Guard Malaki Branham Poised to Improve Malaki Branham is due for a breakout season, but will he get enough playing time to be a factor?

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

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AUGUST 31, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Ruled out for Sunday Branham (concussion) is out for Sunday's game against the Pistons, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Barlow landed in the concussion protocol Friday, and his availability for the season finale was always considered a long shot, especially considering the Spurs have nothing to play for Sunday. Branham logged 75 appearances, including 29 starts, for the Spurs this season, though he didn't experience a sizable uptick in the statistical department. He averaged 9.2 points, 2.0 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 0.4 steals across 21.3 minutes per contest.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lands in concussion protocol Branham has been ruled out for Friday's game against Denver and is unlikely to play Sunday versus Detroit, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Branham was recently dealing with a minor hip injury, but it appears he suffered a concussion during Wednesday's loss to the Thunder. He played just 20 minutes during that contest and snapped a streak of seven straight double-digit scoring performances. During that stretch, Branham started five of his seven appearances and averaged 15.6 points on 48.8 percent shooting in 30.4 minutes per game.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Branham (hip) is available for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Branham will shake off a questionable tag and should draw a sixth straight start. Over his last five starts, Branham has averaged 16.4 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 34.8 minutes per game.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Branham is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Thunder due to a right hip contusion.

Impact Branham has started in five consecutive matchups, averaging 16.4 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 34.8 minutes per game. He hasn't missed a game since late January, but it's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up Wednesday due to his hip issue.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pops for 22 against Philadelphia Branham supplied 22 points (8-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one block over 44 minutes during Sunday's 133-126 double-overtime loss to the 76ers.

Impact Making his fourth straight start in place of Devin Vassell (foot), Branham topped 20 points for the second time in that stretch, although he needed to play a career-high 44 minutes to do it. The second-year guard has taken on a larger role during this latest stint in the starting five, averaging 18.0 points, 3.3 threes, 2.5 boards and 2.0 assists in 36.5 minutes per game. Since Vassell is done for the year, Branham could maintain that level of production over the final week of the regular season.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Malaki Branham Postgame Press Conference vs Denver Nuggets | 4.2.2024

APRIL 3, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Enters starting lineup Branham will start during Sunday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Branham will return to the starting lineup for the first time since Mar. 9 due to Devin Vassell (foot) and Jeremy Sochan (ankle) being sidelined. In his last five starts, Branham has averaged 12.4 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 23.8 minutes per game.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes 10 points off bench Branham supplied 10 points (3-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), two rebounds and two assists over 19 minutes during Friday's 130-126 overtime victory over New York.

Impact Branham came into the contest averaging just 6.0 points on 33.8 percent shooting over his previous nine games, but he stepped up to make an impact off the bench Friday despite logging less than 20 minutes. The second-year guard was a starter earlier in the campaign but has come off the bench in 25 of his past 27 contests, with his production unsurprisingly dropping as a result. Branham can get hot from time to time but is far off the radar in all but the deepest of fantasy formats.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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