3 Reasons why Dennis Schroder could have a comeback season with the Boston Celtics

#2 Schroder is a better fit with Boston.

Dennis Schroder chases back to intercept a ball against the Phoenix Suns

The situation in LA involved Dennis Schroder playing as the starting point guard on a team that also has LeBron James. LeBron's playing style puts him in a position to be ball dominant.

However, this won't necessarily be the case in Boston. Although Tatum is a ball dominant player, he isn't tasked with bringing the ball up court to create the play. Schroder's only advantage over Kemba Walker proves to be his ability to defend on the ball. However, the nature of the C's team structure gives him a lot more control on the pace of the game.

Schroder also fits the gritty image and style that Brad Stevens aspired to create for the Celtics. His style of play involves effort and hustle, with like-minded players such as Marcus Smart on the side, and Schroder might assimilate comfortably.

However, there is a greater chance that Schroder will come off the bench with Smart starting at point. This could prove to be a problem should Schroder find himself in a similar position with being demotivated, as he did with the Lakers.

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#3 Dennis Schroder has a point to prove.

Dennis Schroder tries to blow past a defender

While he is a good player, there are questions about Schroder's desire. He is a dog when it comes to proving people wrong, but he has also shown signs of complacency.

When confident in his worth as a $15-$20 million a year player, his production followed a downward t. This is where the problem lies. This kind of entitlement takes him away from the zone where he operates at his best.

Coming off of his first season with OKC where Schroder had a quiet season, he returned and played at a very high level in the 2019-20 season. Schroder plays best when the odds are stacked against him.

We all know that Dennis Schroder is at his best when he has a chip on his shoulder 😤Celtics Nation is about to witness a new version of him in the coming season 👊 pic.twitter.com/vK1sqDTKxX

— Celtics Nation (@CelticsNationCP) August 29, 2021

Given the nature of all the criticism he has had to face after last season, Schroder was forced into a deep corner. With no offers coming his way due to the additional bad press, Dennis Schroder has a lot to prove.

With the need to revive his career driving him this season, we could be seeing an absolute comeback of a season from Dennis Schroder.

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