Offensive Game
Reliable mid-range scorer with a smooth pull-up jumper. Can create his own shot in isolation. Streaky three-point shooter. Good free throw shooter.
Career Journey
Philadelphia 76ers
2018-2024
Minnesota Timberwolves
2024-2025
Undrafted Success
Went undrafted — became reliable bench scorer for 76ers
SMU Product
Played at SMU before going undrafted
Career Earnings
~$15M
Estimated total NBA career salary
Malik Benjamin "Shake" Milton is an American professional basketball player for Partizan Belgrade of the Serbian League (KLS), the ABA League, and the EuroLeague. He played college basketball for Southern Methodist University (SMU) from 2015 to 2018. Milton was drafted 54th overall in the 2018 NBA draft by the Dallas Mavericks, and was then traded to the Philadelphia 76ers on draft night. He has also played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons, New York Knicks, Brooklyn Nets, and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Offensive Game
Reliable mid-range scorer with a smooth pull-up jumper. Can create his own shot in isolation. Streaky three-point shooter. Good free throw shooter.
Defensive Game
Average defender. Competes on that end but lacks elite lateral quickness. Can be targeted by quicker guards.
Intangibles
Veteran who understands his role. Smart shot selection and knows when to attack. Good locker room presence.
Personal Life & Family
Status
Single
Parents & Siblings
Off the Court
Oklahoma youth basketball programs
SMU alumni basketball events
Did You Know?
His nickname 'Shake' has been with him since birth — given by his family, not a basketball nickname.
Had a breakout stretch with the 76ers in the 2019-20 bubble season, stepping into the starting lineup and averaging over 13 PPG.
Played alongside Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons, and James Harden during his time in Philadelphia.
From the same Oklahoma high school that has produced several collegiate athletes across multiple sports.
Career Honors
54th overall pick (2018)
Key bench scorer for Philadelphia 76ers (2019-23)
Averaged 13.4 PPG as a spot starter
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