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Malcolm Brogdon, the New York Knicks guard, has announced his retirement from professional basketball, concluding a notable nine-season career in the NBA. His decision comes just before the Knicks’ season, leaving behind a need for team adjustments in their guard positions. Throughout his career, Brogdon played for five teams and earned multiple accolades, including the NBA Rookie of the Year award and the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award, solidifying his place in the league’s history.
New York – New York Knicks guard Malcolm Brogdon announced his retirement from professional basketball on October 15, 2025, concluding a productive nine-season career in the NBA. Brogdon’s announcement comes just a week before the start of the Knicks’ season, leaving the team with an open roster spot and the need to reassess their guard positions.
Over his time in the league, Brogdon made a significant impact while playing for five different teams: the Milwaukee Bucks, Indiana Pacers, Boston Celtics, Washington Wizards, and most recently, the Knicks. He averaged 15.3 points, 4.7 assists, and 4.1 rebounds per game across his NBA career. Brogdon had a remarkable start in the league, being drafted 36th overall in the 2016 NBA Draft and winning the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 2017. He made history as the first player drafted outside of the first round to receive the honor since 1966.
Brogdon continued to demonstrate his talent over the years, earning accolades such as being named the NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 2023 while with the Boston Celtics. This achievement positioned him as one of only two players to have won both the Rookie of the Year and Sixth Man awards, alongside Mike Miller. His shooting prowess was evident during the 2022 to 2024 seasons when he maintained a strong 43% shooting rate from behind the three-point line, placing him fourth in the league. However, he faced challenges in the last season of his career, playing only 24 games and registering a career-low 12.7 points, 4.1 assists, and 3.1 rebounds per game.
Prior to his retirement announcement, Brogdon signed a one-year, non-guaranteed contract with the Knicks on September 15, 2025, and was expected to contribute as a reserve point guard. The decision to retire came after Brogdon contemplated his future and communicated his intentions to Knicks personnel. This decision marks a transition not only in his career but also in his personal life, as he expressed a desire to spend more time with family and friends.
Brogdon’s retirement will necessitate adjustments in the Knicks’ roster construction, particularly as he was competing for playing time with other guards such as Jordan Clarkson, Miles McBride, and Landry Shamet. With his exit from the team, the Knicks will likely revise their strategy ahead of the regular season tip-off.
Throughout his career, Malcolm Brogdon exemplified resilience and skill, leaving an enduring legacy in the NBA. His contributions on the court were matched by his dedication off it, as he consistently aimed to improve and make a positive impact in the league. With his retirement, he steps away from the sport focused on the next chapter of his life, while the Knicks begin a new chapter in the absence of one of their veteran guards.
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