Here's why the Charlotte Hornets should pursue a trade for rumored target Dennis Schroder.
At this point in the NBA offseason, the Charlotte Hornets still have areas they could look to improve. After a busy all-around offseason thus far, the team remains one worth keeping a close eye on.
One potential area the Hornets could improve comes at the backup point guard position.
Gone is former face of the franchise LaMelo Ball. He was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves earlier this offseason in a blockbuster deal. Right now, Charlotte is expected to have Coby White, who was re-signed in free agency, as its starting point guard.
Behind White, there is a hole that could use filled. An intriguing trade target has been rumored to be of interest to the Hornets.
According to HoopsHype NBA insider Michael Scotto, Charlotte has some level of interest in trading for Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Dennis Schroder.
"The Charlotte Hornets have been linked with interest in Schroder, league sources told HoopsHype," Scotto wrote. "It’s worth noting that Hornets executive Jeff Peterson is said to still be a fan of Schroder dating back to their time together in Atlanta."
Why the Charlotte Hornets Should Pursue Dennis Schroder
Schroder would be a nice backup point guard addition for the Hornets. He would bring some scoring punch to the second unit, which is a need Charlotte should address.
Last season split between the Sacramento Kings and Cavaliers, Schroder ended up playing in 70 games and making 17 starts. He averaged 10.8 points per game to go along with 4.9 assists, 2.2 rebounds, and 0.8 steals, while also shooting 40.5 percent from the floor and 32.9 percent from the three-point line.
His shooting numbers were far from elite, but he is known for bringing shot creation and some playmaking off of the bench.
On the outside looking in, the Hornets are looking like a potential playoff contender in the Eastern Conference. They have a solid all-around starting lineup. The only thing that could derail them from their goal is the bench.
Bringing in an experienced point guard to lead the second unit would be wise. Schroder may not be an elite player, but he's a quality role player capable of playing a role in a playoff team.
Depending on the price tag in trade talks with Cleveland, Schroder would be worth trading for. He currently has two years left on his contract and is scheduled to be paid $14.8 million in 2026-27 and $15.5 million in 2027-28.
Schroder may not be the piece that powers the Hornets into the playoffs, but he could be a solid contributing factor to overall team success.
