New York Knicks guard Malcolm Brogdon has decided to retire from basketball after nine NBA seasons, he told ESPN on Wednesday.

Brogdon, who averaged 12.7 points, 3.1 rebounds and 4.1 assists for the Washington Wizards last season, was on track to make the Knicks' final roster, but he had been contemplating retirement and informed Knicks officials on Wednesday of his decision.

"Today, I officially begin my transition out of my basketball career," Brogdon told ESPN in a statement. "I have proudly given my mind, body and spirit to the game over the last few decades. With the many sacrifices it took to get here, I have received many rewards.

"I am deeply grateful to have arrived to this point on my own terms and now to be able to reap the benefits of my career with my family and friend

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