Positional Power Rankings: 30 best point guards in the NBA
By Connor Learn
Malcolm Brogdon
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Malcolm Brogdon has provided Milwaukee with steady veteran play during his rookie season. The 24-year-old is already older than most of the team’s young core, and it shows in his game. He averages 4.1 assists per game to only 1.5 turnovers and plays very in control. Brogdon’s 44.9 percent from the field and 40.3 percent on 3-pointers suggest good shot selection for a rookie. And even though it can be hard for rookies to adjust defensively, he has managed to be an asset on that end as well.
The Bucks signed Matthew Dellavedova to play the nominal point guard alongside Point Giannis this year. Though Brogdon was thought to be ready to play a role coming out of Virginia, few thought he would come in and outplay Dellavedova. Though he may be bested as a defender and facilitator by a small margin by Delly, Brogdon has been a better shooter, scorer, and rebounder. He isn’t asked to do a lot compared to other point guard peers because of the offensive responsibilities that Giannis Antetokounmpo carries, but fills his role very capably.
As a 24-year-old rookie, it is fair to assume that Brogdon doesn’t get a lot better over the course of his career. But he improved each year of college and adjusted to NBA play well; it is safe to say that Brogdon works hard and will find ways to improve moving forward. Already providing steady play as a rookie, Brogdon should become a viable starter at point guard for the Bucks if they choose to rely on him there moving forward. His play has been a big reason why the Bucks are in the playoff picture and he will remain part of their future.