Dennis Schroder Made Rudy Gobert And Elie Okobo Look Like Fools With A Smart Move: “Lakers Must Sign Him As Soon As Possible”

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The NBA is less than a month away from the start of training camp, as team rosters look to be finalized for the 2022-23 season. There will be plenty of roster changes through the year, but it looks like the training camp rosters for almost every team in the league are already set. 

Even if that is the case, many former NBA players are still vying for spots on any of the 30 teams in the league. This includes the likes of Dennis Smith Jr., Montrezl Harrel, and Dennis Schroder, who is currently playing for Germany in EuroBasket 2022.

The 2020 runner-up in Sixth Man of the Year voting, Schroder is the leader of Germany and will be crucial for their hopes of a strong performance at EuroBasket 2022. 

He delivered in a big way by helping the Germans upset tournament favorites France. Schroder put on a show to get 11 points and 5 assists, including this beautiful move on 3-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert and former Suns guard Elie Okobo.  

Schroder rejected an $84 million contract from the Lakers in 2021 as he was vying for a $100 million contract. He ended up tanking his value in the 2021 Playoffs and had to sign with the Boston Celtics on the $6 million mid-level exception. However, he was traded midway through the season after really poor performances. He saw the season out with the Houston Rockets and is now awaiting a contract by an NBA team. 

He has been linked to the LA Lakers so far, but strong performances in EuroBasket could help him get more offers. Schroder had dropped a FIBA-record 38 points in a European Qualifier earlier this offseason and now has a massive spotlight on him as he is one of the leaders of this German squad.

A dazzling move like that on a former NBA guard and the 3-time DPOY should get some teams perking up and noticing his play. While Schroder has had a tough few seasons, he still may have a lot to offer to teams like the Dallas Mavericks that still need a backup guard behind Luka Doncic and Spencer Dinwiddie. Schroder has thrived as a backup before and could do so again in the right situation. 

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher ReportYahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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