Why Dennis Schroder thinks he should start for the Lakers
4 years, 3 months ago

Why Dennis Schroder thinks he should start for the Lakers

LA Times  

Dennis Schroder was runner-up in voting for the NBA’s sixth man of the year last season while with the Thunder. When Dennis Schroder said it Monday, with the sounds of basketballs inside the Lakers’ practice gym echoing off the walls, you could almost hear everyone reach for a notepad. I think that’s the reason why they brought me in.” Maybe it’s because Schroder spoke two days after the NBA unloaded nearly 140 pages of protocols for the upcoming season, but it’s easy to see how he’ll be an important weapon as the Lakers move into a season where it seems almost assured that players will miss games because of COVID-19 or through contact tracing. To see that at a young age … was pretty big.” Now that he’s in Los Angeles, Schroder, who is a free agent after next season, wants to start games alongside James and Davis, potentially positioning himself as a long-term piece in the Lakers’ quest to repeatedly contend for championships. I think he had conversations with Rob Pelinka already,” Schroder said of the Lakers’ general manager.

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The trade deadline in the NBA has come and gone. Time for the dust to settle
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The trade deadline in the NBA has come and gone. Time for the dust to settle

Associated Press  

The final numbers from the trade deadline: no fewer than eight current and past All-Stars, some of them recent All-NBA selections, some among the league’s highest scorers and even three Olympic gold medalists, all headed to new homes. “I can’t think of a more amazing starting point to build a roster for the next decade.” Phoenix was Butler’s preferred destination …

Warriors, Steph Curry suffer historic 51-point loss to Grizzlies in Dennis Schröder’s debut
3 months, 1 week ago

Warriors, Steph Curry suffer historic 51-point loss to Grizzlies in Dennis Schröder’s debut

New York Times  

In a strong candidate for worst team-wide performance of the NBA season, the Warriors were crushed by 51 points in Memphis on Thursday night, getting next to nothing offensively from their veterans and giving zero resistance defensively in a 144-93 loss to the Grizzlies. The Warriors traded for Dennis Schröder over the weekend, believing the 18-point per game scoring guard …

Point guard Schroder traded by Brooklyn to Golden State
3 months, 1 week ago

Point guard Schroder traded by Brooklyn to Golden State

China Daily  

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo posts up against Brooklyn Nets guard Dennis Schroder during the first half at Barclays Center, Brooklyn, New York, USA, Dec 8, 2024. By adding Dennis Schroder, the Golden State Warriors believe they have found the perfect backcourt mate to complement Stephen Curry. Golden State has landed Schroder in a trade with the Brooklyn Nets in …

The Warriors’ revolving door at off-guard is about to get a Dennis Schröder boost
3 months, 1 week ago

The Warriors’ revolving door at off-guard is about to get a Dennis Schröder boost

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — In the aftermath of De’Anthony Melton’s torn ACL that sent the Warriors’ rotation and record into a spiral, Steve Kerr tried to elevate Brandin Podziemski into the starting shooting guard spot, talking as if he wanted Podziemski to grab firm hold of it and get his second season on track. During Sunday night’s 143-133 loss to the …

Point guard Dennis Schroder traded by Brooklyn to Golden State
3 months, 1 week ago

Point guard Dennis Schroder traded by Brooklyn to Golden State

Hindustan Times  

LAS VEGAS — Golden State has landed point guard Dennis Schroder in a trade with the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for injured guard De'Anthony Melton and guard Reece Beekman, the teams announced Sunday. Golden State will receive a second-rounder next year and Brooklyn gets three second-rounders — ones in 2026 and 2028 and Golden State's pick in 2029. Beekman scored …

How can Dennis Schröder’s arrival help Steph Curry and the Warriors? Trade grades
3 months, 1 week ago

How can Dennis Schröder’s arrival help Steph Curry and the Warriors? Trade grades

New York Times  

Now that we’ve reached Dec. 15 on the calendar, trade season is officially underway, as contracts signed in the summer can now be included in deals. The Warriors are acquiring Dennis Schröder in exchange for two players and three second-round draft picks. The Warriors have acquired guard Dennis Schröder and a second round draft pick from the Brooklyn Nets in …

Point guard Dennis Schroder traded by Brooklyn to Golden State
3 months, 1 week ago

Point guard Dennis Schroder traded by Brooklyn to Golden State

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — By adding Dennis Schroder, the Golden State Warriors believe they have found the perfect backcourt mate to complement Stephen Curry. “What helps me helps us.” Golden State landed Schroder in a trade with Brooklyn finalized Sunday that sends injured guard De’Anthony Melton and guard Reece Beekman to the Nets. He’s a gamer, he’s a competitor, pick-and-roll player, …

Letters to Sports: Lamenting the Lakers’ situation
3 months, 1 week ago

Letters to Sports: Lamenting the Lakers’ situation

LA Times  

In assessing the Lakers, Bill Plaschke noted that one reason for their record is that the ultra-talented Anthony Davis “doesn’t play like a big man” — at least on the offensive end. Conversely, a big reason for the Clippers’ success without Kawhi Leonard has been the play of former Laker Ivica Zubac, who is fourth in the NBA in rebounding …

Warriors agree on a trade to acquire Dennis Schröder from Nets: Sources
3 months, 1 week ago

Warriors agree on a trade to acquire Dennis Schröder from Nets: Sources

New York Times  

The Golden State Warriors have agreed on a trade with the Brooklyn Nets to acquire guard Dennis Schröder, according to league sources, delivering them the extra scoring punch they’ve glaringly lacked during a recent 2-7 slump. The trade is expected to become official in time for Schröder to join Warriors’ practice early next week and debut on Thursday night in …

Lakers struggling to find ‘cohesion’ amid injuries, but some problems go beyond health
1 year, 4 months ago

Lakers struggling to find ‘cohesion’ amid injuries, but some problems go beyond health

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Lakers vs Suns in the quarterfinal of the NBA In-Season Tournament. “It seems like we have one person that’s coming off of injury and then someone else going on the inactive list,” coach Darvin Ham told reporters after Wednesday’s loss. I’m not discouraged or anything because we haven’t been whole all year.” GO DEEPER …

In an up-and-down season for the Lakers, Dennis Schroder has been a consistent spark
1 year, 11 months ago

In an up-and-down season for the Lakers, Dennis Schroder has been a consistent spark

LA Times  

Long after the Lakers locker room has cleared out, the smallest player on the team waddles toward his locker. But take a 30-second stretch from the Lakers’ win last week against Oklahoma City and you’ll see why Ham believes so much in his 29-year-old sometime starter, sometime reserve point guard. And he’s giving like 150.” — Anthony Davis on Lakers …

‘He did a good job being a leader out there.’ How Dennis Schroder sparked Lakers to win
2 years ago

‘He did a good job being a leader out there.’ How Dennis Schroder sparked Lakers to win

LA Times  

Lakers guard Dennis Schroder drives to the basket past Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort in the second half on Wednesday in Oklahoma City. “It’s something that was discussed weeks ago and we’re just sticking to a plan,” Lakers coach Darvin Ham said before the Lakers 123-117 win against the Thunder. Lakers guard Austin Reaves goes to the basket between …

Dennis Schröder the hero as Lakers end Grizzlies’ 11-game winning streak in thriller
2 years, 2 months ago

Dennis Schröder the hero as Lakers end Grizzlies’ 11-game winning streak in thriller

LA Times  

Lakers guard Dennis Schröder, left, controls the ball during the second half of the Lakers’ 122-121 comeback win over the Memphis Grizzlies at Crypto.com Arena on Friday. Somehow, on a night when LeBron James struggled and the Grizzlies seemingly grabbed every possible rebound, the Lakers left the floor as winners, beating Memphis 122-121 and ending its 11-game winning streak. The …

Dennis Schroder was surprised he got foul call before clinching Lakers win
2 years, 2 months ago

Dennis Schroder was surprised he got foul call before clinching Lakers win

LA Times  

Lakers guard Dennis Schroder is fouled by Kings guard De’Aaron Fox during a drive late in the game Saturday night in Sacramento. “I mean, it’s still pressure,” Schroder said after the Lakers’ 136-134 win Saturday night at Golden 1 Center. Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox, who was spectacular in the fourth quarter, cut Schroder off on a drive after the …

Schröder propels Lakers past Heat 112-109 without LeBron, AD
2 years, 2 months ago

Schröder propels Lakers past Heat 112-109 without LeBron, AD

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Dennis Schröder scored 14 of his season-high 32 points in the fourth quarter and the undermanned Los Angeles Lakers improbably overcame LeBron James’ absence for a 112-109 victory over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. “Hearing that Bron is sick and AD is out as well, everybody just gave a little bit more.” Schröder rolled his ankle …

Lakers guard Dennis Schroder likely to miss NBA season opener
2 years, 5 months ago

Lakers guard Dennis Schroder likely to miss NBA season opener

The Hindu  

Los Angeles Lakers is not expected to have guard Dennis Schroder available for the season opener on Tuesday against Golden State Warriors, while guard Russell Westbrook is expected to play. He averaged 13.5 points, 4.6 assists and 3.3 rebounds in 64 games last season with Boston Celtics and Houston Rockets. Realignment of roles Westbrook, a former MVP and nine-time All-Star, …

Lakers’ Dennis Schroder to undergo MRI testing after injuring a finger vs. Minnesota
2 years, 5 months ago

Lakers’ Dennis Schroder to undergo MRI testing after injuring a finger vs. Minnesota

LA Times  

Lakers guard Dennis Schroder will undergo MRI testing after injuring a finger during his lone preseason appearance Wednesday against Minnesota. Lakers guard Dennis Schroder suffered a finger injury in his lone preseason appearance and will undergo MRI testing, a source with knowledge of the situation told The Times. Schroder, who signed with the Lakers late in free agency after he …

Dennis Schroder makes Lakers practice debut and sets record straight on contract
2 years, 5 months ago

Dennis Schroder makes Lakers practice debut and sets record straight on contract

LA Times  

Two seasons ago, Dennis Schroder was a starter for the Lakers, defending top point guards such as Phoenix’s Chris Paul. Schroder maintained that “there never was a contract” offer from the Lakers that the media reported about when the point guard played for them during the 2020-21 season. Numerous media reports said Schroder turned down a four-year deal worth about …

He’s back: Dennis Schroder signs one-year deal with the Lakers
2 years, 6 months ago

He’s back: Dennis Schroder signs one-year deal with the Lakers

LA Times  

Lakers guard Dennis Schroder, who played with the team during the 2020-21 season, is rejoining the team. The Lakers are reuniting with another former member of the team, this time signing point guard Dennis Schroder on Friday. I’m coming back to the biggest organization to make right!” The Lakers acquired Schroder for Danny Green and a first-round pick in 2020 …

Point guard Dennis Schröder says he’s signing with Celtics
3 years, 7 months ago

Point guard Dennis Schröder says he’s signing with Celtics

Associated Press  

BOSTON — Free agent point guard Dennis Schröder said Tuesday he is signing a one-year deal with the Celtics, ending his up-and-down one-year stint with the Lakers. “I’m proud to announce that for the 2021-22 season I’ll be playing with the Boston Celtics!” Schröder posted on Instagram. Schröder, 27, was dealt by Oklahoma City to Los Angeles last offseason in …

What’s next for Dennis Schröder and Talen Horton-Tucker, dream free-agent pickups: Lakers mailbag
3 years, 9 months ago

What’s next for Dennis Schröder and Talen Horton-Tucker, dream free-agent pickups: Lakers mailbag

New York Times  

In Part 2 of our Lakers mailbag, we cover dream free-agent and trade acquisitions, the ideal contract structure for Dennis Schröder, Talen Horton-Tucker’s potential role next season, the positional needs of the roster, how the Lakers match up against the Nets and Clippers and more. — GarrettGarcia I don’t have a rooting interest here, but I think the Lakers should …

Lakers updates: LeBron James out tonight; Dennis Schroder to miss 10-14 days
3 years, 10 months ago

Lakers updates: LeBron James out tonight; Dennis Schroder to miss 10-14 days

LA Times  

Lakers guard Dennis Schroder takes a shot against the Wizards on April 28 in Washington. Lakers starting point guard Dennis Schroder is “likely to be out” for some time because he’s in the NBA’s health and safety protocols, according to people not authorized to speak publicly on the matter. LeBron James listed as out on Lakers injury report for game …

How Dennis Schroder’s chase-down block changed Lakers’ fate
3 years, 11 months ago

How Dennis Schroder’s chase-down block changed Lakers’ fate

LA Times  

Cleveland’s speedy guard Darius Garland raced up the court after stealing a pass by Lakers center Montrezl Harrell. Dennis Schroder took off right away, the Lakers’ guard refusing to give up on the play,running at full speed before chasing down Garland and blocking his shot attempt at the rim. It was determined defensive plays like the one by Schroder in …

Lakers shore up their defense with return of Dennis Schroder
4 years ago

Lakers shore up their defense with return of Dennis Schroder

LA Times  

The funk the Lakers found themselves in during a four-game losing streak only strengthened their resolve that film sessions could help lift them out of that tailspin. And I think it’s helped us the last two games.” The Lakers lost Anthony Davis to a strained right calf during this rough stretch. “I think over the last two games, we’ve done …

Lakers’ Dennis Schroder questions NBA’s COVID-19 protocols
4 years ago

Lakers’ Dennis Schroder questions NBA’s COVID-19 protocols

LA Times  

Lakers point guard Dennis Schroder returned to the lineup Friday night to to help the Lakers snap a four-game losing streak. Dennis Schroder raised both of his hands above his head and rested them on his white beanie that was part of the white-shirt ensemble he was wearing, and then the Lakers point guard proceeded to criticize the NBA after …

Dennis Schroder’s return sparks Lakers to losing-streak busting win
4 years, 1 month ago

Dennis Schroder’s return sparks Lakers to losing-streak busting win

LA Times  

Lakers point guard Dennis Schroder, left, controls the ball in front of Portland Trail Blazers guard Gary Trent Jr. during the second half of the Lakers’ 102-93 win Friday at Staples Center. Dennis Schroder, the Lakers starting point guard, returned as did some of the Lakers’ mojo, the team ending a four-game losing streak thanks to a dominant defensive performance …

Dennis Schroder continues to provide a spark for the Lakers
4 years, 1 month ago

Dennis Schroder continues to provide a spark for the Lakers

LA Times  

The game had taken almost three hours to play, leaving Dennis Schroder to admit he felt some fatigue after the double-overtime affair the Lakers needed to defeat the Detroit Pistons at Staples Center. “I play with the two best players in the world,” said Schroder, referring to LeBron James, who had 33 points and 11 assists in 46:29, and Anthony …

After trading Dennis Schröder, what’s next for the Thunder?
4 years, 4 months ago

After trading Dennis Schröder, what’s next for the Thunder?

New York Times  

Are the Thunder “repositioning” yet? The Thunder introduced a new coach last week in Mark Daigneault, had Chris Paul-to-Phoenix trade rumblings and now have agreed to deal Schröder, who has been an important part of the rotation since he was acquired from Atlanta for Carmelo Anthony and a first-round pick in 2018. In two seasons, he’s become a better 3-point …

Lakers to trade Danny Green and No. 28 pick for Dennis Schröder: Trade grades
4 years, 4 months ago

Lakers to trade Danny Green and No. 28 pick for Dennis Schröder: Trade grades

New York Times  

After the transaction moratorium is lifted and teams are allowed to start trading again, the first transaction we know will get done involves the Los Angeles Lakers beefing up their playmaking. 28 pick in the first-round of Wednesday’s draft to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for point guard Dennis Schröder. Here’s what Presti received from the Los Angeles Clippers …

Why the Lakers had to make the trade for OKC’s Dennis Schröder
4 years, 4 months ago

Why the Lakers had to make the trade for OKC’s Dennis Schröder

LA Times  

Thunder guard Dennis Schröder brings the ball up court against the Pistons during a game March 4 in Detroit. By agreeing to trade for guard Dennis Schröder, the Lakers sent the NBA a strong message that they weren’t going to hide behind the championship trophy they earned inside the NBA bubble. 28 pick in Wednesday’s NBA draft to the Thunder …

What will soon-to-be-acquired Dennis Schröder bring to the Lakers?
4 years, 4 months ago

What will soon-to-be-acquired Dennis Schröder bring to the Lakers?

New York Times  

The season of reshuffling has nearly arrived. As first reported by The Athletic’s Shams Charania, they are on the verge of acquiring Thunder guard Dennis Schröder for Danny Green and the No. Because the Lakers owe New Orleans a protected 2021 first-rounder, they can’t officially trade the 28th pick until after the selection is made, per NBA rules, but that …

Lakers needed Dennis Schröder, but allowed Thunder to cash in on Danny Green
4 years, 4 months ago

Lakers needed Dennis Schröder, but allowed Thunder to cash in on Danny Green

New York Times  

Give the Lakers credit: They’re not resting on their laurels. Whatever else you think of the reportedly agreed-on trade of Danny Green and the 28thpick in the draft for Dennis Schröder, let’s at least acknowledge that. Finally, to the extent long-term considerations matter for a team in the Lakers’ position, trading Green for Schröder is helpful. Green had to be …

Lakers introduce Anthony Davis, who promises only one thing
5 years, 8 months ago

Lakers introduce Anthony Davis, who promises only one thing

LA Times  

Twice on the afternoon of June 15, Anthony Davis’ phone rang while he tried to enjoy a movie at the Nobu Ryokan Hotel in Malibu. Saturday at the Lakers’ training facility, Davis sat between general manager Rob Pelinka and coach Frank Vogel wearing a bejeweled bumble bee on his blazer and laughing at the memory of that day. I want …

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