Admiral Schofield spent several months trying to earn a spot with the Magic, so he was thrilled to sign a two-way contract this week, writes Khobi Price of The Orlando Sentinel. The 24-year-old forward signed with Orlando in September, but was waived after training camp. He spent time with the team’s G League affiliate in Lakeland and inked a pair of 10-day hardship contracts before earning a more permanent position on Thursday.
“In the summer I set out to be here in this organization,” Schofield said. “The opportunity didn’t present itself right away, but believing in the organization and what the organization believes in is a blessing. I love the direction this organization is going. Me being on this team, I can help add to that culture.”
Schofield was the 42nd pick in the 2019 draft and began his career in Washington. During the following offseason, he was traded to the Thunder, who released him before the season began. He continued his career in the G League and took advantage of the opportunity he got as a hardship replacement, averaging 4.8 points and 3.1 rebounds in his first nine games with Orlando.
“Lakeland Magic just gave me a lot of reps,” Schofield said. “A lot of opportunities to practice and see how I fit into the top team in the Orlando Magic. Being on a two-way contract, there’s a high possibility I’ll be back down there and I’ll be excited to step into that opportunity even more.”
There’s more from the Southeast Division:
- Bradley Beal‘s name isn’t being mentioned in trade rumors this year, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst states on his latest podcast (hat tip to RealGM). A popular trade target in past seasons, the Wizards guard is expected to opt out of his contract and test free agency this summer.
- Chase Hughes of NBC Sports Washington looks at how the Wizards will incorporate Rui Hachimura and Thomas Bryant now that both players have cleared the health and safety protocols. Hachimura hasn’t played this season due to personal reasons, and Bryant is recovering from ACL surgery. Both will come off the bench initially as they compete for minutes in the team’s rotation.
- John Collins is as frustrated as anyone by the Hawks‘ poor defensive efforts, tweets Sarah K. Spencer of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “I’ve banged my head on the wall a couple times trying to figure it out myself,” Collins said after Atlanta gave up 134 points in Friday’s loss to the Lakers. “There’s really no excuse.”
Who is crazier, Dennis Schroder or Lakers?
1. Lakers paid $92 million to Russell Westbrook who is worth $11 million a year
2. Schroder turned down $84 million from Lakers and get $6 million
“I’ve banged my head on the wall a couple times trying to figure it out myself,” John Collins said after Atlanta gave up 134 points in Friday’s loss to the Lakers.
Crazier? Dennis is just plain dumb. Drank the same koolaid as Nerlens.
Oh sillivan, you’re at it again. How is Westbrook Worth only 11 Million per season. I mean I’m not saying he’s not currently overpaid. But dude is still a star and triple double machine, even if some stats are padded. You seem to watch basketball a lot and yet you never get any wiser. To answer your question though, Schroeder is crazier. Lakers didn’t sign Westbrooks contract just traded for it. And he’s a former mvp. Dennis Schroeder cost himself over 70 million by being greedy
In all seriousness tho, how much would you say Russ is worth a season? I’d say like 20mil
Food for thought: Everyone and their mother seems to think Buddy Hields contract is awful but he is 28 years old and leading the league in 3’s made. He is currently making 22 million and his salary will GO DOWN over the next 2 seasons rough 2 million each year. Russ is currently making 44 million and set to receive 47 next year and he’s currently leading the league in… turnovers. Not a Lebron hater by any means but his affinity for big names probably cost him a title.
Schroeder may only get a vet minimum next year if does not play better!