“So Damn Happy to Have You Back”: LeBron James Expresses Joy as Lakers Welcome Back Veteran Guard Despite $80 Million Hit on His Previous Offer

The NBA has been witness to numerous redemption stories before. Likewise, after a horrid season, the Los Angeles Lakers are on their journey back up. However, it seems LeBron James and co. want to bring others with the same motivation. And joining their mission, they re-signed ex-guard Dennis Schroder.

Schroder’s first run with the purple and gold went south. Looking to defend their throne, the Lakers were humiliated in the first round. And Schroder had arguably one of his worst series. Notably, the former Boston Celtics guard scored 0 points in one of the games against the Phoenix Suns. However, their relationship would further worsen as Schroder demanded a bigger contract.

Now, despite losing out on potentially $80 million, the German is back to clear his name. And LeBron James welcomed him back to the Lakers with some love.

LeBron James ready to run it back with Schroder

As Russell Westbrook’s potential departure keeps taking shape, the Lakers have been doing their work this off-season. After being relatively quiet, they brought back Dennis Schroder. The deal isn’t anywhere near the once $80 million offer. However, the German guard is fired up to make things right. Likewise, the King can’t wait to see him back in purple and gold. LeBron James took to Instagram and gave a shout-out to the Lakers’ new signing.

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Eager to get back on the court with Schroder, James had nothing but uplifting words for him. He said: “Yessir! So damn happy to have you back! You’re like that! LFG!!!” 

Schroder took a smaller role after his breakup with the Lakers. However, the 28-year-old likely still has the skills to deliver. And he was in full flourish when he met one of the best modern-day players, Giannis Antetokounmpo. Leading Germany over the heavy favorites, the Los Angeles Lakers guard went off for 26 points and 8 assists against Greece in the Eurobasket quarter-finals. The flare of his game still seems to be alive.

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With the regular season just one month away, do you think Dennis Schroder and the Los Angeles Lakers will successfully redeem themselves? Let us know your views in the comments below.