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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.

2 DAYS AGO • 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

3 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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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.

4 DAYS AGO • 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

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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

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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

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