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Dennis Schroder

Guard · Cleveland Cavaliers · 6'1", 172 lb · Born Sep 15, 1993 · Braunschweig, Germany · Drafted 17th overall, 2013
🇩🇪 2023 World Cup MVPCleveland CavaliersVeteran PGAcquired 2026
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In short

Dennis Schröder is a veteran point guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers, acquired midseason in 2026, and the captain who led Germany to the 2023 FIBA World Cup title as tournament MVP. Drafted 17th in 2013, the speedy German-Gambian guard has played for numerous NBA teams as a scoring-and-playmaking lead guard, and provides veteran backcourt depth for the Cavaliers.

Matchup model · next gameMedium confidenceThu, Nov 12
@Chicago BullsAggressive hedge & help
Proj. points
8.2
range 5.5–10.9
Line 8
53%
to go over
Team win
44%
112–113
Poi 8.2 Lean overReb 2.3 Lean underAss 4.3 Lean underPRA 14.8 Lean under
Likely on himIsaac Okoro· 82 Perimeter DStrong defender
5+ pts86%10+ pts27%

Model lines Schroder at 8.2 pts (range 5.5–10.9) vs a 8 line — a lean to clear it (53%).

Model favors Chicago Bulls (56%), projected 112–113, ~225 total at 96.9 pace.

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A speedy veteran floor general and German icon — the World Cup MVP now backing up Cleveland's backcourt.

Born in Braunschweig, Schröder rose through the German league and was drafted 17th by Atlanta in 2013.

🇩🇪 Braunschweig17th, 2013

A quick, score-first guard, he played for numerous NBA teams over a decade-plus.

Score-first PGWell-traveled

He captained Germany to the 2023 World Cup title and was named tournament MVP.

🏆 2023 World CupTournament MVP

Cleveland acquired him midseason in 2026 for veteran backcourt depth.

Traded to CLE, 2026Bench playmaker
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PPG
8.2
2025-26
RPG
2.3
per game
APG
4.3
per game
FG%
.401
.290 from three
LIFE

Roots & the rise

A speedy veteran floor general and German basketball icon — backcourt depth for Cleveland.

Dennis Schröder was born in Braunschweig, Germany to a German father and a Gambian mother, and rose through the German league before Atlanta drafted him 17th in 2013. A quick, score-first lead guard, he has played for numerous NBA teams over more than a decade, including a Sixth Man-caliber peak and a stint with the Lakers.

His signature achievement came internationally: he captained Germany to the 2023 FIBA World Cup championship and was named tournament MVP. Acquired by Cleveland midseason in 2026, he provides veteran playmaking, speed, and scoring off the bench for a contending Cavaliers team.

Sources: Wikipedia, NBA.com, Basketball-Reference.

BEYOND THE GAME

Beyond the game

Schröder is a national hero in Germany, the captain and emotional leader of the 2023 World Cup champions — a landmark triumph for German basketball that he crowned as tournament MVP. Of German-Gambian heritage, he has spoken about his roots and lost his father young, dedicating parts of his career to his memory.

On the court his identity is speed and scoring from the point — a downhill guard who pushes tempo and creates his own shot. As a well-traveled veteran, his value now is instant offense and playmaking off the bench, plus the winning experience and leadership of an international champion.

PERSONALITY

The person

A fast, score-first veteran point guard — instant offense and international-champion leadership.

Downhill speedA quick lead guard who pushes tempo and gets to the rim.
Scoring playmakerCreates his own shot and runs a bench unit's offense.
German iconCaptain and MVP of Germany's 2023 World Cup champions.
PLAYER DNA

Archetype & ratings

Archetype
Backup Guard · Veteran
Temperament
Vet
Leadership
58/100
Scoring55
Playmaking64
Rebounding40
Perimeter D74
Rim protection21
Spacing52
Athleticism70
Clutch61
a veteran backup point guard
ANALYSIS

What the numbers say

Veteran backcourt insurance

Schröder gives Cleveland what a contender wants behind its stars: a veteran who can run the offense, push the pace, and create his own shot when the starters rest. His speed and scoring keep a bench unit afloat, and his international-champion pedigree brings leadership to a team chasing a deep playoff run.

STATS

Season by season

Per game

SeasonGPMINPTSREBASTFG%3P%
2025-263021.48.22.34.3.401.290

Source: Basketball-Reference.

ADVANCED

Advanced & historical

Where he sits in history

2023Captained Germany to the FIBA World Cup title and was named tournament MVP
CareerA decade-plus scoring lead guard across numerous NBA teams
2026Acquired by Cleveland midseason for backcourt depth

Hardware

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2023 World Cup champion & MVP
OUTLOOK

Where it's headed

AI-generated · updated July 13, 2026

A speedy veteran playmaker — instant offense and leadership off Cleveland's bench.

A well-traveled veteran, Schröder gives the Cavaliers backcourt depth: pace, scoring, and playmaking behind Mitchell and Harden, plus the winning experience of an international champion. A useful bench piece for a contender.

Speed / downhillElite
ScoringStrong
PlaymakingGood
Size / defenseUndersized

Contract

Team
Cleveland acquired 2026
Role
Backup PG veteran
Age
32 veteran
Bottom line

A German icon and World Cup MVP bringing speed, scoring, and leadership off the bench. Veteran backcourt insurance for a Cleveland contender.

FAQ

Quick answers

What did Dennis Schröder achieve with Germany?

He captained Germany to the 2023 FIBA World Cup championship and was named the tournament's Most Valuable Player.

How did Dennis Schröder join the Cavaliers?

Cleveland acquired the veteran point guard in a midseason 2026 trade for backcourt depth.

What kind of player is Dennis Schröder?

A fast, score-first veteran point guard who pushes tempo, creates his own shot, and provides instant bench offense.