On Thursday, the NBA announced that Boston Celtics’ shooting guard, Malcolm Brogdon, has won the Sixth Man of the Year award for the 2022-23 season. (CBS Sports) Brogdon had previously been a starter for the Indiana Pacers before being traded to Boston last offseason. Despite this transition, he was an integral part of the team’s success and proved to be a valuable asset coming off the bench. (Basketball Network)
Brogdon’s humility and patience were seen as contributing factors to his success as a sixth man, as he was willing to check his ego at the door and embrace his new role. (The Athletic) This ultimately paid off, as Brogdon averaged the most points per game among players without a start this season and nearly shot his way into the 50/40/90 club. (Sports Illustrated)
Brogdon’s arrival in Boston was met with excitement, as his versatility and ability to play both guard positions made him a promising addition to the Celtics roster. (Yahoo Sports) He quickly proved to be a valuable asset, and his win of the Sixth Man of the Year award is seen by many as validation of his stellar debut season with the team. (NBC Sports)
Celtics’ head coach, Ime Udoka, praised Brogdon for his professionalism and work ethic, stating that he consistently put the team first and brought a winning mentality to the locker room. (Boston.com) Brogdon’s teammate, Jayson Tatum, also spoke highly of him, stating that he was “one of the toughest players in the league to guard” before they became teammates. (MassLive.com)
Overall, Brogdon’s win of the Sixth Man of the Year award is seen as a major accomplishment and a testament to his hard work and dedication to the team. (Last Word on Sports) With his versatile skillset, professionalism, and team-first mentality, Brogdon is poised to continue contributing to the Celtics’ success in the years to come.
