Kings hold court with key re-signing

Makuach Maluach, a key piece of the Sydney Kings' roster last season, has re-signed with the club on a one-year deal.

“It’s exciting to see our core remain from last season, as I believe we are building something special here in Sydney,” Maluach said.

The 26-year-old will now join new marquee signings in Matthew Dellavedova and Kendric Davis for NBL26, alongside key pieces such as Xavier Cooks, Bul Kuol and Keli Leaupepe.

"By adding players like Delly and KD, who have great experiences and leadership on what it takes to win, will help us achieve our team goal of a championship, but also assist guys like myself, who are trying to establish themselves and take their careers to the next level," he said.

“[Further to that] the Kings organisation has made a positive impact on my development as a professional thus far, and I believe having another year under the coaching staff will benefit me in the long run.”

Towards the backend of last season, Maluach impressed head coach Brian Goorjian, which was highlighted by instrumental 12-point performance against the Illawarra Hawks in February.

“When the season finished and we started planning who we wanted to move forward with, and everyone involved wanted to bring Makuach back,” said Goorjian, who has won six NBL championships as coach," Goorjian said.

“The way he grabbed his opportunity towards the back-end of the season, after not playing as much as he’d hoped early on, was incredible and a testament to him as a player and person.

“We believe that the style of play he brings to the court suits what we’re trying to do, especially with the additions of Delly [Matthew Dellavedova] and Kendric [Davis] in the backcourt.

“His ability to play with pace, get downhill and guard multiple positions will give us plenty of options next season, which is really exciting.”