The Brooklyn Nets do not have many veterans returning to the team for the 2024-25 NBA season. But the ones who are should provide great on-the-court and off-the-court value. Dennis Schroder is one player who is excited to help the Nets turn to their next chapter.
Schroder will enter the upcoming season fresh off an impressive 2024 Olympics stint with Team Germany. Schroder helped Germany start the Games with a 4-0 record and guided them to their first-ever Olympic Final Four. They came up short of a medal after taking losses to France and Serbia, but that did not stop Schroder from looking forward to his next endeavor.
In early August, Schroder revealed his desire for a long-term future with the Nets. He told Marc. J Spears of Andscape that he wanted to mentor Brooklyn's young players. In addition, Schroder retains a strong offensive ability to help the squad thrive. After being traded to the Nets from the Toronto Raptors in 2024, the veteran point guard averaged 14.6 points, 6.0 assists, and shot a career-high 41.5 percent on his three-pointers in 29 games.
It is admirable for Schroder to want to stay with the Nets for the long run and serve the team's young players, but is it a worthy risk toward the end of his career?
Dennis Schroder's decision is worth it because of his values
Schroder is not getting any younger despite the Nets' emphasis on youth. So why would he want to remain with the team, especially when they are not likely to win anytime soon? The answer lies in Schroder's values.
If Schroder really wanted to win soon, he would not have expressed his desire to stay in Brooklyn. He would have tried to join more of a contending team. However, he communicated the value he sees in helping young players develop with his statement in August. He has no problem with the Nets executing their rebuild plans, even if it means he will not be a part of a winning team for a couple of years.
It could also be the case that Schroder sees immense potential in the Nets and has faith they will achieve success sooner than expected. After all, Schroder will share the court with players like Cam Thomas, Nicolas Claxton, Jalen Wilson, and Noah Clowney, who could make big jumps during the 2024-25 season.
Brooklyn must be happy that Schroder is willing to stick around and aid its development plans. Hopefully, Schroder's wish can be granted as he and the Nets enter an exciting new period.