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Malcolm Brogdon knows the uphill climb that comes with signing a non-guaranteed deal, but he’s embracing the challenge in New York.

After nine NBA seasons, including a Sixth Man of the Year award and several deep playoff runs, Brogdon said he wanted a place where he could compete at the highest level – and he believes the Knicks offer exactly that.

“Going into my 10th year, I wanted to be in a good organization that’s competing and trying to win a championship,” Brogdon explained. “I had that in Milwaukee, Boston, and here I think there’s a real shot.”

For the Knicks, the fit makes sense. Last season, the team leaned heavily on Jalen Brunson to create offense. Brogdon, with career averages of 15.3 points and 4.7 assists, gives New York a veteran who can both run an offense and defend multiple positions.

“This is a roster that in the past has been in need of more ball handlers and more creators,” he said. “I think I bring that. I can help guard. I’m a Swiss Army knife in a lot of ways.”

Brogdon also believes his recent journey – three teams, three systems, three coaches in as many years – has prepared him to adjust quickly to his new environment.

“I do think that gives me an edge on other new guys coming here, being able to adjust fast,” he noted. “That’s what this league is all about: Who can adjust fastest.”

For now, Brogdon is focused on carving out his place with the Knicks, while making it clear that this move was no accident.

“I was really set on being on the Knicks,” he said.

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