Lakers rumors: Why Dennis Schroder makes a lot of sense if bought out

By Jason Reed | Feb 12, 2022

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - NOVEMBER 19: Dennis Schroder #71 of the Boston Celtics drives to the basket against LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers at TD Garden on November 19, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images) /

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Oh, how the NBA can come full circle at times. After everything that happened with Dennis Schroder, from him turning down a four-year, $84 million contract to leaving the Los Angeles Lakers and only getting a one-year deal, he finds himself back in the Lakers rumors.

The Lakers did not make a trade at the trade deadline and instead are turning to the buyout market to make any improvements to the roster. Schroder is a prime candidate for the buyout market as he was traded to the Houston Rockets, who gain nothing from keeping him around for the rest of the year.

And while we have definitely poked fun at Schroder in the past and it remains true that he is a flawed point guard, this is the status of the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers are down so bad that is actually makes sense that the Lakers are interested in pursuing Schroder.

There are 2 key reasons why these Dennis Schroder Lakers rumors make sense for LA.

I know, it might be a bit cringeworthy to see Schroder back in the purple and gold but he might just be the best option that the team can sign from the buyout market. Will he make this team a title favorite? Obviously not. But maybe he can help elevate the team to at least avoid the Play-In Tournament.

Let’s dive into the two key reasons why Dennis Schroder actually makes a lot of sense for the Los Angeles Lakers if he is bought out.

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