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We haven’t heard as much about Duke rookie Khaman Maluach as we have about Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel or even second-round picks Tyrese Proctor and Sion James.

Khaman Maluach News / Burn City Sports / December 12

Valley Suns rookie Khaman Maluach shines and stuns San Diego Clippers

TEMPE — It hasn’t taken long for rookie center Khaman Maluach to break out in the desert, delivering a performance that helped lead the Valley Suns to a 121-118 comeback win over the San Diego Clippers on Thursday.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / December 12

Inside the Suns: Jordab Ott, Rasheer Fleming, Khaman Maluach, Jamaree Bouyea

Welcome to Inside the Suns, your weekly deep down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team. Each week the Fantable – a round table of Bright Siders – give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news.

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Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / December 11

High-motor habits are beginning to take hold for Maluach and Fleming

Both Khaman Maluach and Rasheer Fleming were sent to the G League again as the San Diego Clippers were on the schedule, and the organization saw real value in giving them more time on the floor.

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Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / December 7

Khaman Maluach’s development will require patience

The Phoenix Suns finally have a franchise center. No, this is not in reference to their 10th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Khaman Maluach. Mark Williams has made an immediate impact, and it’s okay to think of him as your franchise center… for now.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / December 3

Khaman Maluach and Rasheer Fleming took their first real step in the G

Of course I take a night off from basketball while the Phoenix Suns are in between games, and I think I am going to spend my Wednesday night playing with the dog, taking out the trash, and throwing a movie on.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / November 30

Malu-Watch: A quarter by quarter look at Maluach’s best G League outing yet

The Phoenix Suns once again optioned 10th overall pick Khaman Maluach to the G League, and once again, it’s good for his development. Repetition creates retention.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / November 25

Phoenix Suns assign Khaman Maluach to G League in strategic move

TEMPE – The Suns made a move today that will help the development of one of their rookies, as Khaman Maluach has been assigned to the G League to play with the Valley Suns.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / November 20

Inside the Suns: Grayson Allen, Khaman Maluach, Rasheer Fleming, ranking the Suns in the West

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / November 15

Suns' Khaman Maluach Struggles in G-League Debut

Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach struggled in his first game with the Valley Suns in the 107-104 loss to Rip City Remix on Friday. Maluach and the Valley Suns squandered a 22-point lead in the loss.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / November 15

Valley Suns fall short in home opener with Maluach and Fleming debuts

TEMPE — Khaman Maluach and Rasheer Fleming made their debuts for the Valley Suns in the team’s 107-104 loss to Rip City Mix on Friday night. After being assigned to the team by the Phoenix Suns earlier that day, Maluach and Fleming started against Rip City and their impact was immediately felt on both sides of the ball.

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Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / November 14

Phoenix Suns assign two rookies to NBA G League for Valley Suns home opener

TEMPE – The recent move from the Phoenix Suns was a quiet one, though it may end up being their most pivotal. Phoenix has assigned Khaman Maluach and Rasheed Fleming, two highest-ceiling rookies in the 2025 class, to the Valley Suns for their NBA G League home opener.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / November 14

Suns Top Rookies Assigned to G League - Why That's Smart

The Phoenix Suns have assigned Rasheer Fleming and Khaman Maluach to the Valley Suns of the NBA G League, as made official by the team. The Suns move into the weekend with an 8-5 record and a five-game winning streak.

Phoenix Suns News / Bleacher Report / November 13

Watch: Cooper Flagg & Khaman Maluach reunite (via @suns)

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / October 31

Why the Phoenix Suns cannot afford to keep Khaman Maluach on the bench

When the Suns drafted Khaman Maluach, they weren’t just taking a chance; they were investing in a player with the rare mix of size, mobility, and defensive feel that modern NBA teams crave.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / October 27

Suns rookie reacts fondly to first career NBA points

PHOENIX — Mark Williams’ absence in the Phoenix Suns‘ 133-111 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday made way for No. 10 overall pick Khaman Maluach to have an increased role.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / October 26

Suns' Top Pick Reacts to First NBA Basket

Phoenix Suns fans have undoubtedly been excited about center Khaman Maluach after watching him play in preseason, as the No. 10 overall pick flashed the length and rim protection he could offer at the NBA level.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / October 23

Latest Chronicle Player Profile: Isaiah Evans

Duke typically reels in a star-studded freshman class, but in recent years, a lot of them have left for the NBA after their first year. That wasn’t as true last season.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / October 13

Brotherhood Rookie Watch: Proctor And Maluach Play Well

Two Duke rookies saw NBA exhibition action Sunday night with Tyrese Proctor and Khaman Maluach getting time with the Cavaliers and Suns respectively. Proctor got his first career start and finished with 12 points, four assists and one steal.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / October 12

Why Suns Rookie Isn't Doomed This Season

All eyes are on No. 10 overall pick Khaman Maluach for his rookie campaign with the Phoenix Suns, though his opportunities might not align with those in his class.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Draft on SI / October 10

Suns Rookie, Top 10 Pick Khaman Maluach Helps Phoenix to Preseason Win

The calendar continues to inch closer to the NBA regular season. In less than two weeks, Oklahoma City will meet Houston to begin the 2025-26 campaign, kicking off what should be another entertaining year across the league.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Draft on SI / October 4

Phoenix Suns Rookie Khaman Maluach Impresses in Preseason Debut

On Friday, the Phoenix Suns traveled to Los Angeles to play the Lakers in their first preseason game. Phoenix’s veterans performed well, dominating a

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 4

Suns’ Khaman Maluach reacts to first NBA preseason game vs Lakers

Although it may only be the preseason, Phoenix Suns rookie Khaman Maluach impressed many before the game began on Friday against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 30

Suns’ Khaman Maluach looks absolutely jacked after offseason transformation

It’s been an offseason of stalled negotiations, minimal free agent movement, and well, physical transformations. The latest to show off a stark change in physical appearance is none other than Phoenix Suns rookie Khaman Maluach, who confirmed that he has put on around 10-12 pounds as he prepares for his first season in the NBA.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Analysis Network / September 29

Grayson Allen can’t believe what Khaman Maluach did on first day of Phoenix Suns training camp

Grayson Allen was left stunned to see Phoenix Suns rookie Khaman Maluach showcasing his basketball IQ at practice. As the Phoenix Suns look to bounce back from their failed superteam experiment, they will rely on the young crop of stars they’ve brought in this season.