
Malevy Leons: stats, last game & news
Ranking 2025-2026
Statistics 2025-2026
| League | Team | games played | Playing time | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Field goals | 2-point field goals | 3-point field goals | Free throws | Offensive rebounds | Defensive rebounds | Turnovers | Blocks against | Personal fouls | Fouls drawn | +/- | Évaluation | Performance Index Rating | Player Impact Estimate | Usage % | Possessions | True Shooting % | Effective FG % | 3-Point Attempt Rate | Free Throw Rate | Offensive Rebound % | Defensive Rebound % | Total Rebound % | Assist % | Turnover % | Assist-Turnover Ratio | Steal % | Block % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | 10:50 | 3.3 | 2 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 1.3/2.9 44.4% | 1.1/2.2 50.0% | 0.2/0.6 25.0% | 0.6/0.8 78.9% | 1.2 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 1.3 | 0.7 | -3.1 | 4.8 | 4.0 | 1.3 | 14.4% | 3.8 | 51.6% | 47.2% | 22.2% | 26.4% | 11.8% | 9.8% | 10.8% | 10.1% | 2.5% | 8.5 | 2.7% | 2.8% | ||
| 21 | 33:53 | 14 | 6.8 | 3.2 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 5.4/11 48.7% | 4.4/7.8 56.7% | 1/3.2 29.4% | 1.6/2.2 71.7% | 1.8 | 5 | 2.3 | - | 2.9 | - | 5.4 | 17.7 | 14.8 | 6.9 | 18.4% | 14.3 | 58.5% | 53.0% | 29.3% | 19.8% | 5.8% | 14.6% | 10.4% | 12.5% | 3.4% | 6.0 | 2.1% | 2.3% | ||
| 12 | 34:21 | 14.8 | 7.6 | 2.8 | 1.8 | 1.1 | 5.1/10 50.8% | 3.9/7.3 53.4% | 1.2/2.7 43.8% | 2/3 66.7% | 2.4 | 5.2 | 1.5 | 0.2 | 3.5 | - | -2.9 | 20.7 | 17.0 | 7.7 | 16.5% | 12.8 | 65.5% | 56.7% | 26.7% | 30.0% | 7.5% | 17.1% | 12.2% | 11.2% | 2.2% | 9.8 | 2.6% | 3.3% |
Last Games
| Date | Playing time | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Game | League |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:49 | 8 | 2 | 2 | - | - | D 115-110 @ | NBA | |
| 11:45 | 7 | 2 | - | 2 | - | D 124-118 @ | NBA | |
| 24:08 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 2 | - | D 103-119 vs | NBA | |
| 20:59 | 2 | 4 | 3 | - | 2 | V 110-105 vs | NBA | |
| 29:24 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 2 | - | D 113-127 vs | NBA | |
| 3:55 | 2 | - | - | - | - | D 116-93 @ | NBA | |
| 2:56 | - | - | - | - | - | V 131-126 vs | NBA |
Player Profile
When Malevy Leons stepped onto the Paycom Center court on November 1, 2024 for his first NBA appearance, few observers could have imagined the unique journey that had brought him to the Oklahoma City Thunder. This 6'9" giant with extraordinarily long arms (7'1" wingspan) embodies one of the most singular careers in modern Dutch basketball.
Trained at the Apollo Amsterdam academy, Leons discovered professional basketball as early as 2017 in the Dutch league. But it was his bold move to the United States in 2020 that transformed his career. He headed to Missouri and Mineral Area College, where the power forward immediately showcased his exceptional defensive skills. A perfect undefeated season and national recognition at the junior college level set the tone.
His transfer to Bradley University revealed a truly elite defender. Over three seasons in the Missouri Valley Conference, Leons achieved the rare feat of recording at least 50 blocks and 50 steals per season — a dual standard reached only by the most elite defenders. This defensive versatility, combined with his unusual mobility for his size, attracted the attention of NBA scouts despite his undrafted status.
The Thunder bet on this unique profile, integrating Leons into their player development system through their G League affiliate. His first NBA minutes — one point, one assist, and one rebound in three minutes — marked the culmination of a remarkable journey from the Netherlands. At 25, this versatile defender continues to write a story that could inspire an entire generation of European basketball players.
Honors & Championships
Malevy Leons has built a reputation for exceptional versatility, becoming the only player in Missouri Valley Conference history to record at least 50 blocks and 50 steals in the same season.
- Led Mineral Area College to a perfect 20-0 record and the Midwest District championship in 2020-21, averaging 18.7 points, 9.5 rebounds, 2 blocks, and 3.1 assists per game
- The only player in Missouri Valley Conference history to record at least 50 blocks and 50 steals in a single season, a feat he accomplished in two consecutive years
- In his final year at Bradley: averaged 13.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.5 blocks, and 1.5 steals, shooting 49% from the field and 34% from three-point range
- Ranked in the top 5 in blocks, top 20 in rebounds, and top 40 in scoring in Bradley University history in just three seasons
- Made his NBA debut with the Oklahoma City Thunder in 2024, recording one point, one rebound, and one assist in his first game
Awards & Individual Honors
Malevy Leons has established himself as one of the most formidable defenders in American college basketball, collecting accolades across multiple seasons.
- NJCAA Division I Player of the Year (2021)
- NJCAA Division I All-America Team (2021)
- Two-time Missouri Valley Conference Defensive Player of the Year (2023, 2024)
- Two-time MVC All-Defensive Team selection (2023, 2024)
- MVC All-Conference First Team (2024) and Second Team (2023)
- NABC All-District (16) First Team (2024) and Second Team (2023)
- MVC Most-Improved Team (2023)
- SoCal Challenge MVP (2024)
- Cancun Challenge Riviera Division All-Tournament Team (2023)










