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Spurs vindicated for dismissing underperforming guard struggling in new home

En route to constructing one of the league's best and deepest rosters, the San Antonio Spurs had to make some difficult decisions. One such decision was letting go of former 20th overall pick Malaki Branham.

The Ohio State Buckeye was once a part of the rebuilding Spurs and looked to become a staple of the rotation. Unfortunately for him, things didn't go as planned. Now playing for the Washington Wizards, Branham has put to rest any doubt that the Spurs made the wrong decision.

Malaki Branham gave the Spurs a difficult decision to make

Playing over 20 minutes a game in his rookie campaign, the youngster was off to a strong start.