Point guard Dennis Schroder is in the midst of a three-game suspension for trying to jump Luka Doncic after the Sacramento Kings' December 28 game against the Lakers. But Kings' head coach Doug Christie is behind Schroder all the way, and loves the intensity he brings to the game.
Doug Christie said Dennis Schroder's personality, his willingness to talk mess and bring the same attitude/approach to each game regardless of the record or score is the standard.
Pretty clear, he doesn't have an issue at all with Dennis confronting Luka.— Matt George (@MattGeorgeSAC) January 12, 2026When Sacramento brought Schroder in, their intention was to play him as the starting point guard.