Cyr Malonga brings size, touch, and quiet frontcourt upside to New Mexico State
Malonga, a 6-foot-11 center from Congo, gave NM State a real paint presence in the 2025-26 season, appearing in 24 games with 16 starts and averaging 3.7 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 67.3% shooting from the field. His best trait is efficiency around the rim, backed by a career-high 16 points in the season opener and multiple double-digit scoring games. He looks like a fit for teams needing length, rim protection, and a low-drama, role-friendly big who can finish, rebound, and block shots without demanding the offense.
