Malcolm Brogdon retires from NBA ahead of Knicks season

Malcolm Brogdon abruptly announced his retirement from the NBA on Wednesday, a week before the New York Knicks open their regular season, ending a nine-year professional career and removing a veteran option the team had added for backcourt depth. Brogdon, 32, had signed with the Knicks last month and was competing for a final roster spot as training camp wound down.

"Today, I officially begin my transition out of my basketball career," Brogdon said in a statement. "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. 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." He informed team officials of his decision on Wednesday and told them he intended to step away.

Brogdon was the 36th overall pick in the 2016 draft and won NBA Rookie of the Year in 2017 during his first three seasons with Milwaukee. He later played for Indiana, Boston, Portland and Washington. He received the NBA Sixth Man of the Year award for the 2022-23 season after coming off the bench for Boston. In 2022-23...