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.
Playing in his third NBA season, Branham unfortunately took a big step back. He made 47 regular-season appearances, averaging 5.0 points, 1.1 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 0.7 three-pointers in 9.1 minutes. However, he hit 40.5 percent from beyond the arc.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Posts 15 points from bench
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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.
Branham has made his presence known in the closing weeks, although he's also failed to see the floor 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.
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.
Branham tallied double-digit points 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 in the 2025-26 campaign.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Returns to parent club
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The Spurs recalled Branham from the G League's Austin Spurs on Friday.
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.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Headed to G League
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The Spurs assigned Branham to the G League's Austin Spurs on Saturday, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
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.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Rare appearance in loss
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Branham finished Monday's 128-109 loss to Memphis with no counting stats across two minutes.
Branham appeared for just the second time in the past four games, having now played no more than five minutes in eight straight games. His role has been basically non-existent, and the arrival of De'Aaron Fox is likely going to make it even harder for Branham to see the floor in any capacity.
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.
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 competing for minutes with a healthy Devin Vassell, as well as a confident Stephon Castle. Although Branham is likely to feature in the rotation on a regular basis, he would likely need an injury or two ahead of him to allow him to play significant minutes.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Cleared for action
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Branham (ankle) will play in Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
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.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Iffy for Wednesday
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Branham (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
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.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Won't play Monday
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Branham (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the Kings, Ty Jager of FanSided.com reports.
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.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Questionable for Monday
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Branham (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Kings, independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan reports.
Branham missed Saturday's game against the Jazz due to a right ankle injury, which now has his status in question for Monday. If he is ultimately unable to go, Keldon Johnson and Julian Champagnie could see more run.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Won't play against Utah
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Branham (ankle) is out for Saturday's game versus the Jazz, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
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.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Questionable to play Saturday
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Branham (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.
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.
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Spurs' Malaki Branham: Out with ankle injury
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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, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and three assists in 22 minutes.
Branham was putting together a stellar performance and leading his team in scoring prior to departing. The severity of the injury has not yet been disclosed, but it could put his availability for Saturday's game against the Jazz in jeopardy.
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.
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.
Spurs' Malaki Branham: Not in starting five Thursday
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Branham is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Mavericks, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
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.
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