Malachi Flynn Makes History with Career-High 50 Points off the Bench for the Detroit Pistons

Malachi Flynn, recently acquired by the Detroit Pistons during the NBA trade deadline, achieved a remarkable milestone in his career by scoring an astounding 50 points coming off the bench in a game against the Atlanta Hawks.

Flynn’s impressive 50-point performance not only marked a personal best but also set a new record for the Pistons franchise, surpassing Richard Hamilton‘s previous record of 38 points back in 2009.

This accomplishment places Flynn in elite company, joining Nick Anderson (1993) and Jamal Crawford (2019) as one of the only players in NBA history to achieve a 50-point game as a reserve player.

Throughout the game, Flynn showcased his scoring prowess by shooting 18-for-25 from the field and converting 9-of-12 free throws, including 5-for-9 from beyond the arc.

Despite his historic performance, Flynn remained humble, emphasizing the importance of team success over individual achievements. He expressed gratitude for the moment while acknowledging the significance of winning as the ultimate goal.

Despite starting his game late in the first quarter, Flynn’s scoring outburst demonstrated his offensive versatility and skill, making him one of only ten players this season to reach the 50-point mark.

With a career scoring average of 5.2 points per game, Flynn’s 50-point game solidifies his place in NBA history as the player with the lowest scoring average to achieve such a remarkable feat.