After leading Germany to a gold medal at last year’s FIBA Basketball World Cup, Schroder has continued his impressive performance on the international stage at the Olympics. The Brooklyn Nets point guard has been one of the standout players in Paris, averaging 18.0 points per game with an impressive shooting split of 52/41/100, while also leading Germany to the semifinals. Schroder currently tops the tournament in assists, averaging 8.8 per game.
However, Schroder’s NBA future with the Nets remains uncertain. The team is undergoing a rebuild following the trade of Mikal Bridges this summer, leaving several veteran players, including Schroder, facing an unclear future. The Nets are expected to be one of the league’s weaker teams this season as they aim for a high pick in the 2025 draft.
Despite these challenges, Schroder is committed to building something special with the Nets.
“I want to be in Brooklyn long-term. Hopefully that works out,” Schroder told Andscape’s Marc J. Spears. “I want to be a veteran who shows the young guys the way, how to play as a team. The NBA is often about individual achievements, but I want to bring back the team-first mentality we had in Atlanta, where it was all about winning, not who scores.
I want to bring that to the Brooklyn Nets. Hopefully, the organization shares that vision. Competing at the highest level will take time, but I’m ready for the challenge.”
Schroder is entering the final year of his contract, and while he may not align perfectly with the Nets’ rebuilding timeline, he remains the team’s only true point guard. His skills in ball-handling, passing, and secondary shot creation could provide valuable leadership and stability for Brooklyn’s young roster.
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Schroder and his agent have already initiated conversations with newly appointed Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez, who was in Paris coaching Team Canada.
“When Jordi got the head coach job, we were staying at the same hotel. We sat down, and I liked what he’s doing with the [Canadian] national team. My agent also spoke with him, and we’re seeing if we can make something work. If not, I understand—it’s a business,” Schroder said.
After spending the first five seasons of his career with the Atlanta Hawks, Schroder has struggled to find a long-term NBA home. The soon-to-be 31-year-old has played for six different teams in the last six seasons.
Since joining the Nets at last year’s trade deadline, Schroder delivered one of his most productive stretches, averaging 14.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 6.0 assists over 29 games, while shooting 41.2% from three-point range. He spoke positively about his comfort level with Brooklyn’s front office and coaching staff during that period.
As Schroder enters his 12th NBA season, he’s hopeful that his relationship with the Nets will become a lasting one.
“When I got traded, the first two months felt like family. The Nets made sure my family was taken care of—they even texted my mom in Germany and my wife to check on us. I hope this relationship can continue, because when I’m comfortable, anything is possible,” Schroder said. “I want to compete at the highest level and show what I’m capable of. Hopefully, we can build something special in Brooklyn.”
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