Career Timeline of Malcolm Brogdon: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Malcolm Brogdon made an impact.

Malcolm Brogdon is an American former professional basketball player. He honed his skills playing college basketball for the Virginia Cavaliers under coach Tony Bennett.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1965: First second-round pick to win ROY since 1965

In 1965 was the last time a second-round pick in the NBA won the Rookie of the Year award before Malcolm Brogdon achieved the same feat in 2017.

1969: Rookie of the Year

Malcolm Brogdon joined Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (1969–70) as the only players in Bucks history to win Rookie of the Year.

2013: 2013 Season

In 2013, Malcolm Brogdon averaged 12.7 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game.

2014: All-ACC honors

In 2014, Malcolm Brogdon was named as a consensus second-team All-American, as well as the first-team All-ACC and ACC Co-Defensive Player of the Year.

2014: Virginia Basketball Alum

On January 22, 2018, Malcolm Brogdon became the first 30-point game for a Virginia basketball alum since Mike Scott in 2014 with the Atlanta Hawks.

2015: Pan American Games Bronze Medal

In 2015, Malcolm Brogdon represented the United States national team at the Pan American Games, where he won a bronze medal.

2015: All-American Honors

In 2015, Malcolm Brogdon was named a consensus second-team All-American, as well as first-team All-ACC and ACC Co-Defensive Player of the Year.

June 23, 2016: Drafted by Milwaukee Bucks

On June 23, 2016, Malcolm Brogdon was selected by the Milwaukee Bucks with the 36th overall pick in the NBA draft.

2016: NBA Draft and Rookie of the Year

In 2016, Malcolm Brogdon was selected by the Milwaukee Bucks in the second round of the NBA draft. He later won the NBA Rookie of the Year Award.

January 8, 2017: Career High 22 Points

On January 8, 2017, Malcolm Brogdon scored a career-high 22 points in a 107–101 loss to the Washington Wizards.

March 29, 2017: Victory over Boston Celtics

On March 29, 2017, Malcolm Brogdon recorded 16 points and nine assists in a 103–100 victory over the Boston Celtics.

October 18, 2017: Season-Opening Victory

On October 18, 2017, Malcolm Brogdon scored 19 points in a 108–100 victory over the Boston Celtics in the season opener.

January 22, 2018: Career High 32 points

On January 22, 2018, Malcolm Brogdon scored a career-high 32 points in a 109–105 victory over the Phoenix Suns.

November 28, 2018: Victory over Chicago Bulls

On November 28, 2018, Malcolm Brogdon scored 24 points in 29 minutes, shooting 6-for-6 from three-point range, in a 116–113 victory over the Chicago Bulls.

2018: Partnership with Hoops2O

In 2018, Malcolm Brogdon partnered with The Chris Long Foundation on their Hoops2O initiative, which addresses the clean-water crisis in Africa.

February 27, 2019: Overtime Victory over Sacramento Kings

On February 27, 2019, Malcolm Brogdon scored 25 points, shooting 9-for-11 from the field, in a 141–140 overtime victory over the Sacramento Kings.

May 2019: Hoops2O Fundraising

As of May 2019, $274,200 had been raised for the Hoops2O initiative, which Malcolm Brogdon partnered with.

June 29, 2019: Qualifying Offer from the Bucks

On June 29, 2019, the Milwaukee Bucks extended a qualifying offer to Malcolm Brogdon, making him a restricted free agent.

July 2019: Tanzania Well Opening

In July 2019, Malcolm Brogdon traveled with Justin Anderson and Joe Harris to Tanzania to witness the opening of the first well funded by Hoops2O.

October 26, 2019: 30 Points and 10 Assists

On October 26, 2019, Malcolm Brogdon recorded 30 points and 10 assists in a 110–99 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

2019: 50-40-90 Season

In 2019, Malcolm Brogdon became the eighth player in NBA history to achieve a 50–40–90 season, showcasing exceptional shooting percentages.

February 2020: Hoops2O Impact

By February 2020, the Hoops2O program, with the contribution of Malcolm Brogdon, had funded the construction of ten wells in Tanzania and Kenya, bringing water to over 52,000 citizens.

January 2, 2021: 33 Points Against Knicks

On January 2, 2021, Malcolm Brogdon scored 33 points with seven assists in a 106–102 loss to the New York Knicks.

July 9, 2022: Traded to Boston Celtics

On July 9, 2022, Malcolm Brogdon was traded to the Boston Celtics in exchange for multiple players and a draft pick.

January 14, 2023: Season-High 30 Points

On January 14, 2023, Malcolm Brogdon scored a season-high 30 points in a game against the Charlotte Hornets.

June 21, 2023: Failed Trade to Clippers

On June 21, 2023, a three-team trade involving Malcolm Brogdon being sent to the Los Angeles Clippers fell through due to concerns about his injury status.