Experienced, defense-first guard with proven scoring flashes
Malkawi is a 5-foot-7 junior guard for Southern Illinois who brings a compact, competitive profile: she played 22 games for the Salukis in 2025-26 and previously averaged 9.5 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game while starting all 31 games at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M, where she also helped win a Region II title. Her calling card is two-way toughness—she has shown steal production, solid perimeter shooting, and the ability to scale her role for team needs, making her a useful fit for programs seeking an experienced, low-drama, guard-depth add with winning background.[2][7][11]
