Khaman Maluach
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
5
Honours
2
Records
Khaman Maluach's early career is defined by historic firsts and rapid ascent. He became the youngest player to represent South Sudan at the Olympics, competing in Paris 2024 at age 17. At Duke, he shot an extraordinary 84% from the field during the 2025 NCAA Tournament, a remarkable feat for a freshman. He was selected 10th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, becoming one of the highest-drafted players from South Sudan. His journey from refugee to NBA player has been widely celebrated as an inspiration across Africa.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
NBA Draft 10th overall pick
Selected by Houston Rockets, traded to Phoenix Suns
ACC Men's Basketball Tournament Champion
Won with Duke University
NCAA Final Four appearance
Duke reached Final Four
Paris Olympics participant
Youngest player in the tournament; represented South Sudan
Nike Hoop Summit participant
Played for World Team
Records & Feats
Youngest player to represent South Sudan at the Olympics
Maluach was 17 years old when he played for South Sudan at the 2024 Paris Olympics, the youngest player in the tournament.
Highest field goal percentage in a single NCAA Tournament by a Duke freshman (min. 20 attempts)
Maluach shot 84% (21-for-25) from the field in the 2025 NCAA Tournament.