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Maliq Brown joins San Antonio Spurs after being selected in NBA Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 1:23 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Maliq Brown joins San Antonio Spurs after being selected in NBA Draft

Summary

Maliq Brown was drafted by the San Antonio Spurs with the No. 44 overall pick on June 24, 2026. The former Duke standout was the third Blue Devil selected in this year’s draft, following Cameron Boozer and Isaiah Evans. Brown averaged 4.9 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.8 steals during his last season at Duke and was recognized as both the ACC Defensive Player of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year. He is expected to bring defensive versatility and strong playmaking skills to the Spurs.

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By the Numbers

•Brown was selected 44th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
•He averaged 4.9 points and 5.2 rebounds during his final season.
•Brown was named ACC Defensive Player of the Year.
•He began his college career at Syracuse before transferring to Duke.
•Brown is the 119th Duke player drafted into the NBA.

Latest Updates

2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Maliq Brown lands with the Spurs in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft
1:23 AMYahoo Sports — What Duke basketball’s Maliq Brown brings to San Antonio Spurs

What they're saying

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After four years in college between Duke and Syracuse, Maliq Brown is headed to the NBA after being selected No. 44 overall by the San Antonio Spurs.
— Yahoo Sports