Malachi Smith
#18SG · Brooklyn Nets
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsC
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 4 | 3.5 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 35.3% | 25.0% | 100.0% |
| 2025-26 | 4 | 3.5 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 35.3% | 25.0% | 100.0% |
Performance Analysis
Malachi Smith earns a C Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Shooting Guard. Across 4 career games, Malachi has averaged 3.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game. Malachi's strongest metric is FG% at 3529.4, compared to the NBA Shooting Guard median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is PPG at 3.5, below the Shooting Guard median of 15.0. Among 147 NBA Shooting Guards graded this season, Malachi ranks 77th in overall performance. Malachi will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Brooklyn Nets.
Current Sentiment
Smith's 10-day deal signals minimal confidence from Brooklyn's front office and media. C-grade performance suggests he's struggling to prove NBA readiness at the moment. Contract is extremely low-risk, reflecting skepticism about his immediate impact potential. The narrative centers on his unlikely path from G-League to NBA opportunity. Fans remain pessimistic, viewing this as a long-shot audition rather than breakthrough.
CVI Grade coming soon — contract details will be available when official terms are reported.
Transaction History
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