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7-Foot-3 Khaman Maluach Emerges as NBA Draft Sensation

5/20/2025

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Khaman Maluach, a towering 7-foot-3 center from South Sudan, is making waves as a top NBA draft prospect. His basketball journey began at 13, ignited by a camp led by Luol Deng. After a standout performance at Duke, showcasing his impressive defense and offensive flair, he’s projected to be picked seventh by the New Orleans Pelicans or ninth by the Toronto Raptors.

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Story summary

Khaman Maluach, a towering 7-foot-3 center from South Sudan, is making waves as a top NBA draft prospect. His basketball journey began at 13, ignited by a camp led by Luol Deng. After a standout performance at Duke, showcasing his impressive defense and offensive flair, he’s projected to be picked seventh by the New Orleans Pelicans or ninth by the Toronto Raptors.