According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, New York Knicks veteran point guard Malcolm Brogdon is suddenly walking away from the NBA. Having battled for a roster role on the Knicks over nine seasons, Brogdon is retiring. Brogdon was fighting for the remaining roster spot with Landry Shamet and Garrison Mathews. But recently he decided to retire from his career abruptly.
Malcolm Brogdon’s unexpected retirement leaves the New York Knicks facing a crucial decision
Following nine seasons in the NBA, New York Knicks shooting guard Malcolm Brogdon announced on Wednesday that he is retiring from basketball and putting his shoes away for good. Brogdon informed the Knicks officials the same. Announcing the news, Shams Charania said: “Just in: After nine NBA seasons, New York Knicks guard Malcolm Brogdon has decided to retire from basketball, he tells ESPN. Brogdon became the 2017 Rookie of the Year and 2023 Sixth Man of the Year after being drafted No. 36 in 2016…”Meanwhile, Brogdon wrote in a statement to ESPN:“Today, I officially begin my transition out of my basketball career… I have proudly given my mind, body, and spirit to the game over the last few decades. With the many sacrifices it took to get here, I have received many rewards…”He continued:“I am deeply grateful to have arrived to this point on my own terms and now to be able to reap the benefits of my career with my family and friends. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, to all who have had a place in my journey.”Charania reported that Brogdon was expected to be on the team for the full season. It isn’t clear why he decided to retire now, but this presents an opportunity to the Knicks, who did not have a second reliable option at the point guard position to step in for Jalen Brunson.
Malcolm Brogdon’s accomplished, and award-winning NBA career highlights his talent
Brogdon, the 36th pick in the 2016 draft, was the 2017 Rookie of the Year for the Milwaukee Bucks and the 2023 Sixth Man of the Year for the Boston Celtics. He spent three years in Milwaukee, three years in Indiana, and one year each in Boston, Portland, and Washington.Brogdon was to be part of the Knicks’ final roster after recording 12.7 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 4.1 assists for the Washington Wizards during the previous season. However, he had been weighing retirement options and notified the Knicks executives of the same.Additionally, he averaged 15.3 points, 4.7 assists, and 4.1 rebounds in 29.1 minutes per game with the Washington Wizards, Portland Trail Blazers, Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers, and Milwaukee Bucks in his nine seasons in the NBA.Also read: “Cares about narratives” – NBA executives reveal LeBron James’ elaborate retirement plans ahead of 2025-2026 season
