Malcolm Brogdon has just been announced as the 2022-23 Kia Sixth Man of the Year award winner, making him the standout performer of the NBA’s bench players this season. Brogdon’s contributions to the Indiana Pacers have been invaluable, and his success as a sixth man is a testament to his versatility and skill on the court. In this article, we will take a closer look at Brogdon’s impressive achievements this season, his impact on the Pacers’ performance, and his journey to becoming a top sixth man in the NBA.
Malcolm Brogdon has been named the NBA Sixth Man of the Year for the 2022-23 season after being honored with the John Havlicek Trophy. The Boston Celtics guard played in 67 games for the team, all of them off the bench, helping them to finish with the second-best record in the NBA for the season. Brogdon, who was rookie of the year in 2016-17, defeated fellow nominees Immanuel Quickley of the New York Knicks and Bobby Portis of the Milwaukee Bucks, receiving 60 of 100 first-place votes and 408 points overall from a media panel. Brogdon was also the only player from a team in the Eastern Conference to be listed on every ballot cast.
Brogdon had been primarily a starter for the past four years in the NBA but embraced his new role coming off the bench when he was acquired by the Celtics last summer. He averaged 14.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 3.7 assists, and when he made at least 50% of his shots from the field, the Celtics were 26-9 – including 13-0 when he shot at least 63%. Brogdon had a successful transition from a No. 1 player to a great No. 2, 3, or 4, noting that playing behind established All-NBA candidates, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, was a good fit for him.
The Sixth Man of the Year award is named after Hall of Famer John Havlicek, who excelled off the bench during his playing career. He came off the bench for the first seven seasons of his career and was an All-Star in four of those seasons. His career includes several accolades, such as eight NBA championships, 13 NBA All-Star selections, 11 All-NBA Team selections, and multiple inclusions in the league’s Anniversary Teams.
As we bid farewell to another NBA season, it is clear that the rising star Malcolm Brogdon has made his mark. After a stellar performance off the bench this season, Brogdon has been rightfully awarded the 2022-23 Kia Sixth Man of the Year.
From his impressive scoring capabilities to his leadership skills, Brogdon has proven that he is a valuable asset to any team. He has shown us that hard work, dedication, and perseverance can pay off in the long run.
As we look to the future, we can only anticipate what’s to come for this talented basketball player. We can’t wait to see what he has in store for us in the years to come.
In the meantime, let’s celebrate Brogdon’s well-deserved achievement and wish him all the best in his future endeavors. Congratulations, Malcolm Brogdon!
