Rockets general manager Rafael Stone expressed optimism that newly acquired guard Dennis Schroder will fit well with the team, per Alykhan Bijani of The Athletic. Houston traded for the 28-year-old earlier this week.
“I think the style of basketball we play, we’re either the fastest or top 3-4 fasted in the NBA,” Stone said. “And he’s electric in the open court, and an above average defender. I think it’s gonna be a good fit, both ways.”
If the Rockets choose to keep Schroder, he’d provide backcourt depth behind starting guards Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr. The team could also agree to a buyout with him, which would allow him to join another club.
In 49 games this season, Schroder has averaged 14.4 points and 4.2 assists in 29.2 minutes per contest. He’s shot 44% from the floor and 35% from deep during those outings.
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