Dennis Schröder stated, “I will help him so that he can play a good first season, and there will certainly be ups and downs,” regarding rookie teammate Hannes Steinbach during the team’s training camp in Charleston, South Carolina.
Training Camp Arrivals and Team Chemistry in South Carolina
Schröder joined the Hornets organization in August following a trade from the Cleveland Cavaliers, marking the 12th NBA franchise of his career. Alongside fellow German players Hannes Steinbach and Christian Anderson Jr., Schröder participated in his initial training sessions with the squad in Charleston. The 33-year-old guard reported that his on-court integration has gone smoothly thanks to his teammates, though he is still settling his family into the local area off the court. To accelerate group cohesion, Schröder noted that the roster has organized several off-court activities to build team chemistry.
Schröder Brings Veteran Experience to Guide Steinbach
Throughout his 912 regular-season appearances in the NBA, Schröder has posted career averages of 13.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. As he prepares for his debut campaign with Charlotte, the veteran floor general intends to guide Steinbach through the inevitable challenges of adjusting to the professional league.
Support for the German Women’s National Team Ahead of the World Cup
Beyond his NBA commitments, Schröder expressed strong support for the German women’s national basketball team as they prepared to host the World Cup in Berlin, ran.joyn.de reported. Following a double-header event in Cologne where the men’s team secured a 99-83 victory over the Netherlands in World Cup qualifying, Schröder praised the women’s squad despite their narrow 63-62 defeat against Turkey in their final warmup game. “Of course we are crossing our fingers,” Schröder said of the tournament in Berlin, adding that the double-header initiative was a valuable showcase for German basketball.
Next Steps for the Hornets and National Squads
The Charlotte Hornets continue their preparations at the training facility in Charleston ahead of the upcoming NBA preseason schedule. Meanwhile, the German women’s national team opens its World Cup campaign in Berlin, carrying the public backing of the men’s team captain as the tournament gets underway.
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