#malcolmbrogdon

After nine remarkable seasons, Malcolm Brogdon has announced his retirement from professional basketball. From being a second-round pick to winning Rookie of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year, Brogdon’s career has been a story of hard work, humility, and leadership.

Known for his calm presence on and off the court, he leaves behind a legacy built on consistency, integrity, and quiet excellence. Fans and players alike are celebrating his impact on the game — and the class he brought to every team he played for.

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The New York Knicks have landed free-agent guard Malcolm Brogdon on a one-year contract, bringing veteran experience to their backcourt mix. Once distinguished as Rookie of the Year and Sixth Man of the Year, the 32-year-old returns for his 10th NBA season, poised to provide depth and steady play-making off the bench.

A Seasoned Hand Joins the Rotation

Malcolm Brogdon officially signs a one-year deal with the Knicks, his agent confirmed to ESPN. With an illustrious resume that includes Rookie of the Year honors in 2016–17 and Sixth Man of the Year in 2022–23, he brings a wealth of experience. At 32, Brogdon enters a pivotal phase, ready to carve out a meaningful role alongside New York’s established core.

Battling Injuries, Seeking Impact

The past two seasons have been rough for Brogdon, as injuries robbed him of game time. He appeared in just 39 games with the Portland Trail Blazers in 2023–24 and career-low 24 games last season with the Wizards. Still, when on the floor, he averaged 12.7 points, 4.1 assists, and 3.8 rebounds—solid numbers that hint at his potential value to a contender.

Career Snapshot: Consistency & Versatility

Over 463 games in the NBA, Brogdon has averaged 15.3 points, 4.7 assists, and 4.1 rebounds. His journey through the Bucks, Pacers, Celtics, Trail Blazers, and Wizards has honed a player who can handle on-ball duties, facilitate in off-ball actions, and knock down threes when needed. His basketball IQ and adaptability could be vital for coach Mike Brown’s rotation.

Fit in a Contending Knicks Lineup

New York’s roster is loaded with talent, but some depth was missing. Brogdon addresses that gap. With Jalen Brunson leading, the added playmaking, shooting, and defensive acumen boosts the team’s second unit. The signing also comes right after the Knicks re-signed Landry Shamet, setting up a friendly competition for a spot in the guard rotation.

The Road Ahead: Health & Opportunity

A big concern remains availability. Brogdon’s recent history of injuries raises questions about whether he can stay on the floor consistently. Knicks fans will be hoping that a well-managed offseason and measured minutes will allow him to stay healthy and deliver off the bench when the lights are brightest.

Why It Matters

This signing shows the Knicks aiming for both depth and stability. With a new head coach in Mike Brown, having trusted veterans like Brogdon can make the difference in tight playoff runs. If he returns to form and remains healthy, Brogdon could prove to be a savvy Wolves rhythm addition to New York’s push for a championship.

No one wants to lose. It sucks. But if the Boston Celtics were looking for a silver lining in their Finals loss to the Golden State Warriors in the 2022 NBA finals, it was being able to see where the holes were in the roster. By all accounts, the Celtics should have walked away as champs. That's not to take anything away from the Warriors, but on paper, the arrow was pointing to the Celtics. I guess that's why the game is played on the court and not on paper. As quickly as the lockers were cleared out of TD Garden, Brad Stevens was already in full GM mode. Following a great offseason in 2021 that brought back Al Horford and a trade deadline deal that blessed them with Derrick White, Stevens upped the ante this offseason with deals that snagged the Eastern Conference Champs Danilo Gallinari and Malcolm Brogdon. Against the Warriors, the Celtics had the size and the youth, but what they lacked was bench production. White did his part averaging 9.8 points but after that, the bench was quiet. This offseason, the Celtics got the memo, read it, and made the necessary changes to run it back another year. The starting 5 is solid. What the Celtics were in desperate need of was firepower off the pine. In a span of a few day, all that changed. Last season, for the Atlanta Hawks, Gallinari, in a reserve role averaged 11.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, and shot 43 percent from the floor. With their other move, Stevens brought in Brogdon who averaged 10.1 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists while dealing with injuries for the Indiana Pacers. The Celtics can use Brogdon to back up Marcus Smart or move Smart to SG where they can have a true floor general. With Gallinari, he will set the tone for the second unit with his ball-handling, passing, and rebounding to pair with White and Grant Williams. But the best part regarding these moves is that they will allow head coach Ime Udoka to tinker with his lineups more.