History of Dennis Schröder in Timeline

Dennis Schröder is a German professional basketball player currently playing for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. Before joining the NBA, he played professionally in Germany for SG Braunschweig and Phantoms Braunschweig. He spent his first five NBA seasons with the Atlanta Hawks. Notably, Schröder is the sole owner of his hometown team, Basketball Loewen Braunschweig of the Basketball Bundesliga, where he previously held a majority shareholder position since 2018.

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1965: McCoy McLemore last player to wear number 71

In August 2021, Schröder chose to wear number 71 with the Celtics as his usual number 17 had been retired. He became only the fourth-known player in the history of the league to wear the number 71 and the first since McCoy McLemore in 1965.

2009: Father's Death

In 2009, Dennis Schröder's father died, which led him to focus on his basketball career and wear the jersey number 17 in his honor.

2010: Started Playing Professional Basketball

In 2010, Dennis Schröder started playing professional basketball for SG Braunschweig, the farm team of Basketball Löwen Braunschweig.

2011: Breakthrough Season with SUM Baskets Braunschweig

In the 2011–12 season, Dennis Schröder had a breakthrough, averaging 17.8 points and 6.7 assists over 23 regular-season games for SUM Baskets Braunschweig.

2012: Named League's Most Improved Player and Best Young German Player

In 2012, Dennis Schröder was named the League's Most Improved Player as well as Best Young German Player while playing for Phantoms Braunschweig.

April 2013: Played at Nike Hoop Summit and Led Team to Victory

On April 20, 2013, Dennis Schröder played at the Nike Hoop Summit for the World Select Team, leading his team to a 112–98 win with 18 points, 6 assists, and 2 rebounds in 29 minutes.

June 2013: Selected by Atlanta Hawks in NBA Draft

On June 27, 2013, Dennis Schröder was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the 17th overall pick in the 2013 NBA draft.

July 2013: Signed with the Atlanta Hawks

On July 11, 2013, Dennis Schröder officially signed with the Atlanta Hawks.

December 2014: Scored Career-High 22 Points

On December 22, 2014, Dennis Schröder scored a career-high 22 points in a 105–102 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

2014: Debut for the German National Team

In 2014, Dennis Schröder debuted for the German national team.

February 2015: Participated in Rising Stars Challenge

On February 13, 2015, Dennis Schröder participated in the Rising Stars Challenge, recording 13 points, 9 assists, and 3 steals in Team World's win over Team USA.

March 2015: Recorded 24 Points and 10 Assists

On March 15, 2015, Dennis Schröder had 24 points and 10 assists in a 91–86 win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

2015: Played Behind All-Star Teague

In the 2015–16 season, Schröder continued to play behind All-Star Teague, making just six starts in 80 games.

February 2016: Recorded 25 Points and 10 Assists

On February 20, 2016, Dennis Schröder recorded 25 points and 10 assists in a 117–109 overtime loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

October 2016: Signed Contract Extension with Hawks

On October 26, 2016, Dennis Schröder signed a four-year, $70 million contract extension with the Atlanta Hawks.

November 2016: Scored Career-High 28 Points

On November 8, 2016, Dennis Schröder scored a then career-high 28 points in a 110–106 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. On November 30, 2016, he scored 14 of his career-high 31 points in the fourth quarter of the Hawks' 109–107 loss to the Phoenix Suns.

December 2016: Set New Career High with 33 Points

On December 9, 2016, Dennis Schröder set a new career high with 33 points in a 114–110 win over the Milwaukee Bucks.

December 2017: Matched Career High with 33 Points

On December 23, 2017, Dennis Schröder matched his career high with 33 points in a 112–107 win against the Dallas Mavericks.

January 2018: Scored Career-High 34 Points

On January 12, 2018, Dennis Schröder scored a career-high 34 points in a 110–105 loss to the Brooklyn Nets.

March 2018: Set New Career High with 41 Points

On March 20, 2018, Dennis Schröder set a new career high with 41 points in a 99–94 win over the Utah Jazz.

July 2018: Traded to Oklahoma City Thunder

On July 25, 2018, Dennis Schröder was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a three-team deal.

2018: Became Majority Shareholder of Basketball Loewen Braunschweig

In 2018, Dennis Schröder became the majority shareholder of his hometown team, Basketball Loewen Braunschweig of the Basketball Bundesliga.

February 2019: Scored 24 Points in the Second Quarter Against Miami Heat

On February 1, 2019, Dennis Schröder scored 24 of his 28 points in the second quarter of the Thunder's 118–102 win over the Miami Heat.

November 2020: Traded to the Los Angeles Lakers

On November 18, 2020, Dennis Schröder was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for Danny Green and the draft rights to Jaden McDaniels.

December 2020: Made Lakers Debut

On December 22, 2020, Dennis Schröder made his Lakers debut, putting up 14 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists in a 116–109 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

2020: Rumored Contract Extension with Lakers

During the 2020–21 season, there were rumors of an $84 million contract extension with the Lakers which resulted in the the Boston Celtics signing Dennis Schröder at a much-discounted price.

March 2021: Rumors of Rejecting Contract Extension

At the end of March 2021, there were rumors that Dennis Schröder rejected the Lakers' contract extension offer of four years, $84 million to pursue a larger deal in the off-season as an unrestricted free agent, which he later clarified was not true.

August 2021: Signed with the Boston Celtics

On August 13, 2021, Dennis Schröder signed with the Boston Celtics on a one-year, $5.9 million contract.

2021: Claims Lakers Never Offered Contract Extension

In September 2022, after re-signing with the Lakers, Dennis Schröder claimed that the Lakers never offered him a four-year, $84 million contract extension before the start of the 2021–22 NBA season.

February 2022: Traded to the Houston Rockets

On February 10, 2022, Dennis Schröder was traded to the Houston Rockets along with Enes Freedom and Bruno Fernando.

September 2022: Signed with the Los Angeles Lakers for Second Stint

On September 16, 2022, Dennis Schröder signed with the Los Angeles Lakers for a one-year deal, citing "unfinished business".

2022: Won Bronze at EuroBasket

In 2022, Schröder helped the German national team to its first major medal in 17 years when Germany won bronze at the EuroBasket.

January 2023: Scored Season-High 32 Points and Game-Winning Layup

In January 2023, Dennis Schröder had a standout performance. On January 4, 2023, Schröder scored 14 of his season-high 32 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Lakers to a 112–109 win over the Miami Heat. Then on January 20, 2023, he put up 19 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, and made a game-winning layup in a 122–121 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.

April 2023: Key Role in Lakers' Play-In Game Victory

On April 11, 2023, Dennis Schröder played a crucial role in the Lakers' play-in game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, scoring 21 points, including a clutch three-pointer, and icing the win with two free throws, securing a spot in the 2023 NBA playoffs.

June 2023: Signed with Toronto Raptors

On June 30, 2023, Dennis Schröder signed a two-year, $26 million contract with the Toronto Raptors.

October 2023: Made Raptors Debut

On October 25, 2023, Dennis Schröder made his Raptors debut, putting up 22 points and seven assists in a 97–94 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

December 2023: Achieved 10,000 Career Points

On December 13, 2023, Dennis Schröder achieved 10,000 career points after a game against the Atlanta Hawks, where he recorded 17 points, seven assists, three rebounds, a block, and a steal.

2023: Led Germany to FIBA World Cup Title and Named MVP

In 2023, Dennis Schröder led the German national team to their first World Cup title at the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup while being named the FIBA World Cup MVP.

February 2024: Traded to the Brooklyn Nets

On February 8, 2024, Dennis Schröder was traded to the Brooklyn Nets alongside Thaddeus Young. On February 10, 2024, Schröder made his Nets debut, putting up 15 points and 12 assists.

2024: Flag Bearer at Summer Olympics in Paris and Named to FIBA Olympics All-Star Five team

In 2024, Schröder was the flag bearer for Germany along with judoka Anna-Maria Wagner at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. He helped Germany to a fourth place finish and was named to the FIBA Olympics All-Star Five team.