Dennis Schröder
Professional basketball player, NBA star
Born
September 15th, 1993
32 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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A basketball player born in Germany, achieved significant success in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Played for teams including the Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Los Angeles Lakers, and Boston Celtics. Contributed to the game as both a starter and key reserve, showcasing strong skills as a point guard. Also represented the German national team in international competitions.
Selected 17th overall in the 2013 NBA Draft by the Atlanta Hawks
Named NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 2021
Won a bronze medal with the German national team at the EuroBasket 2022
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