In the thick of the NBA trade deadline, Dennis Schröder expressed his frustrations and reflections on the business of basketball, likening player trades to 'modern slavery.' The veteran guard, currently with the Golden State Warriors after being acquired from the Brooklyn Nets, highlighted his tumultuous career characterized by multiple trades. Schröder shared insights about the inherent anxieties of trade rumors and the emotional impact on players, particularly younger teammates who are still grappling with the implications of being on the trade block.

He was particularly taken aback by the recent blockbuster trade of Luka Dončić from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers, emphasizing that even top-tier players aren't safe from trades. Schröder voiced concerns that the current trade system, which can abruptly alter a player's career trajectory, requires reevaluation. He believes changes are necessary to protect players who have dedicated years to the league, underlining the need for structural reforms in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).