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Malachi Smith is an American professional basketball player who has recently gained attention for signing a 10-day contract with the Brooklyn Nets of the National Basketball Association (NBA) ²⁶.

Early Life and College Career

Born on December 6, 1999, Malachi Knight-Smith played college basketball for several teams before turning professional ⁶. He represented the Wright State Raiders, the Chattanooga Mocs, and the Gonzaga Bulldogs during his collegiate career ⁶.

Professional Career

Smith's professional journey led him to the G League, where he played before earning his recent NBA opportunity. Just three days prior to a recent report, he signed a 10-day contract with the Brooklyn Nets ². This move came as Grant Nelson's season ended early, creating an opening for Smith ².

Recent Highlights

During his time with the Nets, Smith has already shown flashes of his potential. A notable moment involved him nearly making a spectacular play to end the first quarter, attempting a daring heave from a distance after a steal to beat the buzzer ⁵.

Literary Mentions

It's worth noting that "Malachi" is also a name found in literature, specifically in a book titled "Micah-Malachi, Volume 32" by Ralph Smith, available on Google Play Books ³⁷. However, this is a separate entity and not directly related to the basketball player Malachi Smith.