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Malaki Branham's 14 PTS, 3 AST, 2 REB vs. Detroit | 2022-23 San Antonio Spurs Season

JANUARY 7, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Continues lights-out shooting Branham registered 20 points (7-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal over 26 minutes during Monday's 126-122 victory over the Jazz.

Impact Branham paced the Spurs' bench in scoring on the strength of an efficient 7-for-11 performance from the field and perfect 4-for-4 mark from the charity stripe. The rookie has been very efficient as a shooter of late, posting an absurd 71.4 percent field-goal rate (25-of-35) over his past five contests. Much of his work during that span has come from beyond the arc, as he's gone 9-for-16 from three-point range during the five-game hot stretch. Branham's recent strong play has helped him solidify a sizable role in San Antonio's rotation, as he has played 20-plus minutes four times in his past five contests.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Malaki Branham's 20 PTS, 2 AST, 2 REB vs. Utah | 2022-23 San Antonio Spurs Season

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Delivers best line of young career Branham recorded a career-high 14 points (6-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt) and added three rebounds, three assists and two steals in 22 minutes during Monday's 124-105 win over the Rockets.

Impact Four turnovers were about the only blemish on Branham's stat line, as the rookie produced his points efficiently and also chipped in on the defensive end. He's now reached the 20-minute mark in two straight games, though his added playing time has come with Josh Richaradson (personal) sitting out both contests and with Keldon Johnson (back) sitting out Monday's. Even so, Branham's ability to take advantage of the expanded playing time could put him in position to stick in the San Antonio rotation moving forward. The 10-20 Spurs are fading after a hot start to the season and are incentivized to give young players like the 19-year-old Branham longer looks.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Malaki Branham's 14 PTS, 3 AST, 3 REB vs. Houston | 2022-23 San Antonio Spurs Season

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Recalled by Spurs Branham has been recalled by the Spurs and will be available for Saturday's game against the Heat, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.

Impact Branham has bounced back and forth between the Spurs and their G League affiliate in Austin for much of the season. It remains to be seen if he will crack the rotation in Saturday's matchup with the Heat.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On assignment Branham was assigned to the Spurs' G league affiliate Austin Spurs on Friday, Ty Jager of PoundingTheRock.com reports.

Impact Branham has seen a considerable amount of action with San Antonio as they dealt with a plethora of injuries on the wing, amassing four starts in his time with the team. However, with the team nearing full health, Branham was designated to the G League, where he should immediately be a top contributor.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Branham is coming off the bench for Monday's contest against the Cavaliers.

Impact Branham started the Spurs' previous two contests but will return to his reserve role for Monday's contest against Cleveland. The Ohio State product is averaging 5.0 points, 1.7 rebounds and 1.7 assists across 17.5 minutes throughout his first 13 contests this season.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Modest production in starting role Branham produced five points (2-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 25 minutes during Thursday's 118-109 win over the Rockets.

Impact Branham moved into the starting lineup Thursday, filling the void as the Spurs continue to battle injuries to a number of key pieces. Despite the promotion, Branham failed to produce anything of note, much to the disappointment of anyone who streamed him in on what was a low-volume night. Moving forward, there is a chance he sticks in the starting lineup, at least until players start returning. With that said, he is unlikely to warrant a roster spot outside of deeper formats.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Branham will enter the starting five for Thursday's matchup against the Rockets.

Impact Branham will receive the starting nod in place of Devin Vassell (knee) after seeing a season-high 25 minutes Monday. He has yet to have a breakout performance and averaged just 3.0 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in his only two starts this season across 18.5 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sees garbage-time minutes Branham played the final 5:39 of Sunday's 123-92 loss to the Lakers, finishing with zero points (0-4 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and two turnovers.

Impact After missing three straight games due to an ankle sprain, Branham returned to action for San Antonio in the front end of a back-to-back set Saturday versus the Clippers. He logged 10 minutes of garbage time in the Spurs' 119-97 loss that night, and once again took the court Sunday well after the outcome was in hand. Unless the Spurs are without two of Devin Vassell, Keldon Johnson, Josh Richardson, Doug McDermott and Romeo Langford (conditioning) in a given game, Branham doesn't look as though he'll be a part of head coach Gregg Popovich's regular rotation.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Given green light Branham (ankle) is available for Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Branham has missed six straight contests due to a left ankle sprain but will make his return to action Saturday. With Devin Vassell (ankle) and Romeo Langford (conditioning) ruled out, Branham may be thrust into a larger role within the Spurs' backcourt.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Saturday Branham (ankle) is listed as probable for Saturday's tilt with the Clippers, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Branham has missed six straight contests due to a left ankle sprain but is likely to receive the green light to suit up Saturday. He likely factors in as a depth guard and could see some minutes at both backcourt positions considering the Spurs' lack of reliable point guard options.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Branham (ankle) won't play in Thursday's game against the Kings, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.

Impact This will be the rookie's sixth straight missed contest, as Branham continues to deal with a left ankle sprain. There isn't a timetable for his return, but nevertheless, the guard should be considered day-to-day moving forward.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Tuesday Branham (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against Portland, independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan reports.

Impact Branham will miss a second straight game due to an ankle injury he presumably picked up during a G League contest. His next chance to suit up for San Antonio will come Thursday against the Kings.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to G League The Spurs assigned Branham to the Austin Spurs of the G League on Wednesday, Bruno Passos of PoundingTheRock.com reports.

Impact Branham had started two games for the Spurs before not playing against the Nuggets on Monday. In four games, Branham is averaging 6.0 points, 2.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 19.5 minutes. The 2022 first-round pick will be available for Friday and Saturday against the Lakeland Magic.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to bench Branham will come off the bench Monday against Denver.

Impact Branham started San Antonio's last two matchups, but Devin Vassell will get the start at shooting guard in this one with the Spurs electing to change up the starting five.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Branham will start in Friday's game against the Clippers, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Impact Branham has been thrust into a significant workload for the Spurs following Joshua Primo's release and the injury to Blake Wesley (knee), recording 23 minutes and 19 minutes in his two most recent contests. Devin Vassell was initially expected to start after being removed from the injury report Friday, but it will instead be Branham lining up at the two-spot.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Spurs Branham was recalled from the G League's Austin Spurs on Thursday, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Branham was assigned to the G League on Monday but will rejoin the parent club since it's not yet clear whether Devin Vassell (knee) and Joshua Primo (glute) will be available for Friday's matchup against the Bulls. Branham's role against Chicago will likely depend on whether Vassell and Primo can suit up.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 10 in preseason debut Branham had 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-3 3Pt) across 14 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 134-96 loss against the Rockets.

Impact The rookie out of Ohio State was given his first taste of real pro action and looked comfortable out there while also displaying high efficiency. Branham is not expected to be relevant in most fantasy formats, but he has a legitimate shot at earning a role off the bench before Opening Night if he can continue to produce at this rate in the upcoming preseason contests.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 20 in LVSL loss Branham finished Monday's Las Vegas Summer League game against the Rockets with 20 points (8-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two steals and five turnovers in 28...

Impact Branham contributed to an overall sloppy effort by San Antonio (25 turnovers as a team), but he finished as the team's leading scorer behind a solid effort from beyond the arc. The Ohio State product bounced back in a big way after finishing Sunday's loss to the Warriors with just six points on 1-of-6 shooting. Branham likely won't be fantasy-relevant in most leagues as a rookie, but the Spurs appear to be embracing a mini-rebuild, so he'll be given his chances to crack the regular rotation.

JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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