Ohio State freshman guard Malaki Branham is entering the 2022 NBA Draft as an Early Entry Candidate. Branham will maintain his college eligibility and ability to return to Ohio State.
Branham was named Big Ten Freshman of the Year. He averaged 13.7 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.0 assists for the Buckeyes. He shot 49.7% from the field, including 41.1% from behind the arc.
The six-foot-five guard is ranked 16th on ESPN's Top 100 prospects list.