Lakers to extend contract with German starting point guard Dennis Schroder?

Los Angeles Lakers and Dennis Schroder are currently talking about extending latter's contract with team. As per reports, while Schroder has declined deal offered, two sides are still talking about a possible contract. Previously playing for Atlanta Hawks and Oklahoma City Thunder, Schroder joined Lakers roster this season.

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Dennis Schroder extension: Will German star re-sign with Lakers?

Right before Lakers started ir Christmas game against Dallas Mavericks, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported about a possible extension being offered to 27-year-old point guard. However, he has apparently declined team's first offer. As per Wojnarowski, talks are ongoing, and will be discussed again in mid-February. 

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Dennis Schroder interview

As of w (before February 16), Lakers can only offer Schroder a contract worth $33.4 million for two-years – which is what he declined. While reports have spoken about Schroder wanting to stay with Lakers, him declining offer could be a result of m offering more after February 16. 

According to reports, Lakers can offer him a $18.6 million salary from 2021-22 season, which could be what what Schroder and his nt Alex Saratsis might prefer. However, a dealmight only happen next offseason. Fans on social media looked happy with news, agreeing that German basketball star was receiving attention he deserved in LA. 

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Dennis Schroder net worth

2013 Draft Round 1 . 17 pick, Schroder is worth $38.7 million (as per Market Realist). According to Spotrac, Schroder will have earned $68,542,112 from NBA. He has earned $15,500,000 from Lakers till w, and will be paid more in case of rumoured extension. 

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