Malaki Branham News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

Enters starting lineup Branham will join the starting five for Wednesday's matchup with the Clippers.

Impact Branham is a surprise member of the starting five Wednesday, replacing Julian Champagnie -- who started four straight games -- despite Devin Vassell being active for the contest. In three starts this season, Branham is averaging 12.7 points, 2.0 rebounds and 1.7 points over 25.8 minutes.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well against Miami Branham totaled 13 points (4-7 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound and seven assists across 20 minutes during Sunday's 118-113 loss to the Heat.

Impact Devin Vassell is healthy, so Branham's usage and minutes are expected to trend down. However, Branham is still looking at a significant role with the second unit. He'll look to keep his momentum going against the Thunder on Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient as starter Branham notched 16 points (8-9 FG), six rebounds and two assists in 25 minutes during Sunday's 123-116 overtime loss to the Raptors.

Impact Branham joined the starting lineup for the first time this season with Devin Vassell (adductor) sidelined, and the 2022 first-rounder stepped up with his first double-digit scoring performance of the year. He also hauled in six rebounds, matching the third-highest mark of his career. Vassell is considered day-to-day, so it's not yet clear whether Branham's starting role will continue. However, he proved Sunday that he can perform well when given increased opportunities.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Branham will start in place of Devin Vassell (adductor) Sunday, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Impact Branham will make his first start of the season after 32 starts for San Antonio as a rookie. He's averaging 6.2 points, 1.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 16.4 minutes per game across five appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 20 minutes off bench Branham closed Thursday's 132-121 win over the Suns with three points (1-7 FG, 1-6 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and one block over 20 minutes.

Impact Branham started the second half of Thursday's matchup after Devin Vassell (groin) exited the game, but the 2022 first-rounder was inefficient from the floor and unable to generate substantial production in the victory. Tre Jones was much more productive as a reserve, tallying 12 points, 10 assists, five rebounds and a steal in 28 minutes. Vassell is slated to miss time, which could lead to Branham taking on a starting role in the near future, but he'll likely need to generate more production if he hopes to hold off Jones, Devonte' Graham and Doug McDermott.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option picked up Branham had his third-year team option picked up Monday, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact This was mostly just a formality for the Spurs, but it keeps Branham locked up through the 2024-25 season. Branham is coming off a solid rookie season with averages of 10.2 points, 2.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.2 three-pointers per game.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Branham won't start Wednesday's game against the Rockets, Andrew Lopez of ESPN reports.

Impact Branham drew the starting nod last time out, with Devin Vassell resting, but with Vassell back in action, Branham will shift back to the bench.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Branham is in the starting lineup for Monday's preseason game against Houston, Lachard Binkley of TheDreamShake.com reports.

Impact Branham is set for his first start of the preseason. Taking the place of Devin Vassell (rest), Branham will be joined by Jeremy Sochan in a backcourt experiment Monday night.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 13, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Sharp in preseason opener Branham scored 15 points (6-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT) while tacking on one rebound, one assist, one steal and one block across 20 minutes during Monday's 122-121 preseason loss to Okl...

Impact Branham showed a good blend of shooting success and power driving downhill. The 20-year-old averaged 10.2 points in 23.5 minutes per game with the Spurs last season, and he's a growth candidate on a San Antonio squad that lacks offensive punch on the wings.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 10, 2023 • YOUTUBE

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JULY 12, 2023 • NBA.COM

Big Ten Roundup (July 7): Keegan Murray, Malaki Branham Show Out at NBA Summer League The Big Ten took over the first week of NBA Summer League action, as Keegan Murray, Malaki Branham, and Max Christie all had major scoring p...

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APRIL 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores team-high 21 points Branham contributed 21 points (8-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and two steals across 30 minutes during Tuesday's 115-94 loss to Phoenix.

Impact The Spurs played with a 10-man rotation due to numerous injuries on the roster, and Branham started a second consecutive game with Keldon Johnson (foot) and Devin Vassell (knee) out. The Ohio State product has distinguished himself well in his first season, averaging 10.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists over 63 games. Branham has also started 29 times during his rookie campaign.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps streak alive Branham totaled 19 points (8-21 FG, 3-7 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal in 28 minutes during Friday's 130-115 loss to Golden State.

Impact Branham needed 21 shots to score 19 points, but he still posted a solid stat line across the board. Aside from ending just three rebounds away from recording a double-double, Branham keeps showing he can handle a starting role and reached the 15-point mark for the fourth straight outing. He's averaging 11.5 points per game since the beginning of March.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Malaki Branham Postgame vs Jazz | San Antonio Spurs | 3.29.2023

MARCH 30, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Will be available Sunday Branham (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Celtics, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Branham has been upgraded from questionable to available and will presumably garner an increased role with the Spurs still banged up. The rookie has started five of the last six contests, posting 11.5 point and 4.7 rebounds in 29.2 minutes during that stretch.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Sunday Branham is questionable for Sunday's game against Boston with lower back tightness, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Branham is at risk of missing his third game of the calendar year with a back injury. With Keldon Johnson (foot) and Romeo Langford (thigh) also questionable, Blake Wesley and Devonte' Graham could be thrust into larger roles.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Branham is in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Branham will replace Tre Jones in the starting lineup Friday. Branham is averaging 10.8 points, 3.7 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 26.5 minutes across his previous 19 starts this season.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 20 points off bench Branham chipped in 20 points (8-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and two assists across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 137-128 overtime loss to the Mavericks.

Impact Branham looked good in his return to action after missing Tuesday's game with a shoulder injury. The rookie posted his seventh 20-point game of the season, three of those occurring as a reserve. Branham is averaging 10.6 points and 4.4 rebounds per game since the All-Star break.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Malaki Branham Postgame vs Mavericks | San Antonio Spurs | 3.15.2023

MARCH 16, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Good to go Wednesday Branham (shoulder) will play in Wednesday's game against the Mavericks, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Branham is available for the closing leg of the Spurs' back-to-back set Wednesday after missing Tuesday's contest with a right shoulder issue. He should be expected to take on a larger role Wednesday with Devin Vassell (knee) sidelined. In 31 games with Vassell inactive, Branham has averaged 10.6 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 24.6 minutes.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday Branham (shoulder) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Dallas, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Branham sat out Tuesday's win over Orlando, and it's not yet clear whether he'll be available for the second half of the back-to-back set. He's been held below 10 points in four of his last five appearances, averaging 5.8 points and 4.4 rebounds in 21.2 minutes per game during that time.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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