League: NBA Sport: Basketball Country: United States Category: Scores & Results

Brooklyn Nets waive guard Malachi Smith after one season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 1:08 AM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Brooklyn Nets waive guard Malachi Smith after one season

Summary

The Brooklyn Nets have waived guard Malachi Smith, as confirmed on July 11, 2026. Smith joined the team on a two-year, non-guaranteed contract after previously signing two 10-day contracts. During his time with the Nets, he played 15 games, averaging 8.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.3 assists. The 26-year-old is expected to seek another opportunity in the NBA G League after previous stints in various minor league teams.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Nets waive guard Malachi Smith on July 11, 2026
•Smith averaged 8.3 points in 15 games with Brooklyn
•He joined the Nets on a two-year, non-guaranteed deal
•Smith may return to the G League with another franchise
•Previous teams include the Wisconsin Herd and Long Island Nets

Latest Updates

2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Former Gonzaga guard Malachi Smith waived by Brooklyn Nets
1:08 AMYahoo Sports — Brooklyn Nets Waive Malachi Smith

What they're saying

"
Jul. 10—Malachi Smith was rock-solid for the Brooklyn Nets during a 15-game stint to close the 2025-26 NBA season, but the former Gonzaga guard won't be on the team's roster next season after being waived Friday. The Nets exercised Smith's minimum-salary team option at the end of June, but elected to move on from the 26-year-old who spent the majority of the season with Brooklyn's G League ...
— Yahoo Sports