Khaman Maluach was the name everyone kept mentioning at Media Day

Phoenix Suns players and staff consistently praised second-year big man Khaman Maluach during Media Day for his significant offseason development. General manager Brian Gregory, alongside teammates Luke Kennard, Oso Ighodaro, and Ryan Dunn, highlighted the 20-year-old's enhanced strength, conditioning, and intense work ethic.

Maluach is expected to take on a larger role earlier than planned following an injury to Mark Williams, which is anticipated to sideline him for multiple months. Maluach credited the team's strength and conditioning staff for his improved physical profile as he prepares for increased playing time.