Maluach’s Mental Edge Shines in Summer League | NBA News

Phoenix Suns rookie Khaman Maluach is dominating Summer League play with nearly 20 points and 12 rebounds per game, while shooting 40% from three. After a quiet rookie season, he’s embracing patience and growth, crediting his mental toughness as the key to his success. He’s actively learning from veteran big man Rudy Gobert—studying his intense offseason routines and recovery methods. Maluach’s disciplined approach, combined with his physical resemblance to Gobert, makes this mentorship especially valuable. Even legends like LeBron James are always learning, he reminds us—so there’s no ceiling on his potential. With his maturity and performance, Maluach is proving he’s ready to compete for minutes, even with other centers on the roster. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4eaf0fc227772b19