The Giant Has Arrived: Khaman Maluach’s Entry Sends Shockwaves Through Duke’s Frontcourt
A seismic shift has hit Durham, and its name is Khaman Maluach. Towering at 7 feet tall with a wingspan that seems to stretch across Cameron Indoor Stadium, the South Sudanese phenom has officially joined the Duke Blue Devils—and the buzz is deafening.
At just 18, Maluach has already made waves on the global basketball scene. A standout at the NBA Academy Africa and a rising star for South Sudan’s national team, his rare combination of size, mobility, and defensive instincts makes him a game-changer from day one. But it’s not just his physical gifts that are turning heads—his poise, maturity, and hunger to improve have coaches, scouts, and fans alike whispering one word: unstoppable.
Duke’s frontcourt hasn’t seen a presence like this in years. With his elite rim protection, soft shooting touch, and court awareness well beyond his age, Maluach is poised to anchor the defense and stretch opposing teams in ways few big men can. For head coach Jon Scheyer, his arrival isn’t just an addition—it’s a transformation.
Teammates are already raving about his work ethic in practice and his quiet confidence off the court. The energy around the program has shifted. Every practice feels like a preview of something special, every scrimmage a glimpse into a new era.
As the countdown to the season begins, one thing is clear: Khaman Maluach isn’t just here to play—he’s here to dominate. And with him, Duke’s frontcourt may just become the most feared in college basketball. The giant has arrived, and Durham will never be the same.
