Maluach always ready to provide spark

Written by Melbourne United Media

Only ten games into his debut NBL season, Makuach Maluach has quickly settled into his role as a spark-plug coming off Melbourne United’s bench.

The uber-athletic wing has played limited minutes, but showcased across Rounds 5 and 6 his ability to provide energy when called upon.

“I know I’m going to get opportunities to impact the game every night,” he said.

“I just want to come in and bring great every, talk on defence, get some rebounds… really play hard and give those 1 %ers in my time on the court.. 

Across his past four games, three of which were wins, Maluach has averaged six points per game despite playing less than 10 minutes a night, while shooting the ball at over 80% from the field and 100% from three.

As United heads into the FIBA window with momentum, Maluach said he is confident his side will continue its upward trajectory when they return to the court on November 17 against the Adelaide 36ers at John Cain Arena.

“Sitting at 5-5 is not obviously where we wanted to be, we wanted to win more games, but we’re settling in really well and I’m confident we can pick it up coming out of the FIBA break.

“Obviously getting players back from injury… Shea coming back really helped out defence and pace. Going 3-1 over the last two weeks has been great and has boosted our confidence.”

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