Former Basketball Star Shot Dead in Arlington

0:00It's March 27th. You're listening to Dallas News today, AI-powered local news. A 20-year-old man shot and killed in East Arlington early Thursday morning has been identified as Malachi Hayes, a former standout basketball player at Sam Houston High School. Hayes made headlines back in February 2023 as a high school junior, scoring 20 points to help his team beat the state ranked Martin, high warriors 70-59. That performance even earned him a nod in sports illustrated, and he later made the district 8-6-A first team. The Dallas Fort Worth basketball community is reeling from the news, with former coaches and pros sharing memories of his bright personality and how. He always supported those around him. Tributes highlight his growth on and off the court, calling him a light in any room, and someone whose impact will last. Police have no suspects and custody yet, but detectors are digging into the details of the shooting. The loss hits hard for everyone who knew this rising talent.