Khaman Maluach
#10C · Phoenix Suns
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 36 | 2.3 | 2.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 52.4% | 18.2% | 76.5% |
| 2025-26 | 36 | 2.3 | 2.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 52.4% | 18.2% | 76.5% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$12.3M
AAV
$3.1M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Khaman Maluach's contract with the Phoenix Suns grades out as a slightly below-market contract, earning a D+ CVI grade. At $3.1M per year over 4 years, this is a minimum-level contract. Khaman's deal falls in the minimum-level tier for NBA Centers. At 19 years old, Khaman is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. The team paid a premium that will need to be justified by on-court production. The team will need Khaman to significantly improve to justify this financial commitment.
Performance Analysis
Khaman Maluach earns a C- Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Center. Across 36 career games, Khaman has averaged 2.3 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 0.2 assists per game. Khaman's strongest metric is FG% at 5238.1, compared to the NBA Center median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 0.2, below the Center median of 4.0. Among 96 NBA Centers graded this season, Khaman ranks 73rd in overall performance. Khaman will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Phoenix Suns.
Current Sentiment
Mixed sentiment prevails: G League success contrasts sharply with minimal NBA playing time under pressure. On-court production remains underwhelming, raising concerns about developmental trajectory and NBA readiness fundamentals. Contract appears premature given performance grade; substantial growth needed to justify investment long-term. Central narrative focuses on whether organization can unlock potential or faces another prospect disappointment. Fan outlook is cautiously pessimistic; lack of precedent for his situation suggests structural concerns about role development.
Transaction History
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