The New York Knicks have agreed to a deal with veteran guard Malcolm Brogdon, bolstering their bench ahead of the upcoming season, according to reports surfacing Wednesday. The agreement provides a meaningful upgrade to the team’s depth, addressing a key need following a season where coaching decisions limited effective use of available reserves.
Brogdon, who will turn 33 in December, arrives in New York after a season with the Washington Wizards. His acquisition is particularly notable given the contrast with the previous coaching regime; while former coach Tom Thibodeau was criticized for underutilizing his bench, new head coach Mike Brown now inherits a potentially strong group of backups. This signing is expected to alleviate pressure on key starters and provide consistent scoring and playmaking from the second unit.
The Knicks are betting that Brogdon’s role will be less demanding in New York than it was in Washington, allowing him to thrive in a more complementary capacity. He brings a proven track record as a reliable scorer and facilitator, averaging 16.0 points and 5.9 assists per game last season with the Wizards. The team anticipates his experience and versatility will be invaluable as they pursue contention in the Eastern Conference.Brogdon’s signing provides coach Brown with a solid option off the bench, a luxury unavailable to his predecessor. The Knicks are hoping this addition will translate into improved performance and deeper playoff runs.
