While the Golden State Warriors should focus on racking up as many wins as possible with their current roster, it can’t hurt to consider future-driven moves that would make sense for the organization.
The Warriors’ willingness to pursue an unorthodox Brooklyn Nets guard could pay off in the long run.
“Interest in Dennis Schröder may come down to whether Brandin Podziemski turns his form around over the next 6-8 weeks, and therefore whether Golden State needs to look at acquiring a more proven veteran point guard," Blue Man Hoops' Peter O'Keefe wrote Monday.
“He'd (Schröder) instantly become arguably the best backup point guard in the league with the Warriors, and could also play some minutes alongside (Steph) Curry to allow the two-time MVP to play more off the ball."
Schröder's always been a solid NBA point guard, but the 6-foot-1 guard has elevated his level of play in Year 12.
Schröder’s playing some of the best basketball of his career at age 31, averaging 18 points and 6.5 assists per contest while shooting 45.7% from the field and 41.4% from three-point land.
The Braunschweig, Germany native's already recorded eight 20+ point scoring performances less than halfway through the season, amplifying his ability to serve as a dependable No. 2-3 option for the Nets.
As a unique ball handler who frequently gives opponents the illusion he’s sleepwalking before rapidly picking up his speed, Schröder finds success at all three levels on the offensive end of the floor.
As O’Keefe mentioned, Schröder is a player who could be inserted into the Warriors’ starting lineup or play a vital bench role for Steve Kerr and company.
With Schröder being involved in trade rumors since the start of the season, the Warriors may elect to give the experienced guard a call.
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