Dennis Schröder signs with Sacramento Kings, his tenth NBA team!

Dennis Schröder has found a new home in the NBA. On the first night of free agency, the 31-year-old German point guard signed with the Sacramento Kings, according to The Athletic. This signing ends speculation about his future, following strained relations with the Detroit Pistons management.

Dennis Schröder will agree to sign with the Sacramento Kings, league sources tell @TheAthletic.

— Fred Katz (@FredKatz) June 30, 2025

A Finalized Split with Detroit

Tensions between Schröder and the Pistons were evident in recent weeks. The player hadn’t hidden his dissatisfaction with his situation in Michigan. « I want to stay in Detroit, that’s for sure. But Detroit isn’t waiting for me, I can tell you that, » he had stated, despite public statements from management supporting his retention.

Earning $13 million this season, the German had become an unwanted player for a franchise that didn’t want to see him leave without compensation. Several teams already considered Sacramento as the main candidate to attract his services, particularly due to the possibility of a trade involving Malik Monk.

Sacramento Bets on Experience

For the Kings, this signing addresses an urgent need at point guard following De’Aaron Fox’s departure to San Antonio. Schröder brings his experience and versatility to a team looking to strengthen around DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine.

The German veteran is about to discover his tenth franchise since arriving in the NBA in 2013. Drafted by Atlanta (13th pick), he had his best statistical season in Oklahoma City in 2019-2020 with 18.9 points per game, finishing second in the Sixth Man of the Year voting behind Montrezl Harrell.

Surprising anecdote about this signing: negotiations were reportedly concluded during a simple Zoom call with the Kings’ front office, illustrating the speed of this free agency. Financial details of the contract haven’t been revealed yet, but Schröder is expected to play a significant role in the California rotation for the 2025-2026 season.

Sources: Sacramento Kings have arranged meetings via zoom to talk with Dennis Schröder and Russell Westbrook. Kings looking to acquire both, but have other point guard options to speak with.

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) June 30, 2025