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Alexander Lagerman (202-SG-2004) is a 20 year old 202cm shooting guard playing his first season with Pro B team Dragons Rhondorf averaging 8,4ppg, 2,7rpg and 1,0apg. Last season he played with the wiha Panthers Schwenningen (ProB) playing16 games averaging 15.1ppg, 4.9rpg, 1.2apg, FGP: 61.6%, 3PT: 27.1%, FT: 72.7%. He began his basketball career with the Fraport Skyliners in the JBBL (U-16) and also played 4 Pro B games and in 2022-2023 season in the NBBL averaged :21.2ppg, 6.2rpg, 1.8apg, FGP: 54.2%, 3PT: 31.3%, FT: 78.3%. He spoke to germanhoops.com about the 2024-2025 season.

The Dragons Rhondorf reached the playoffs. What is your season summary? It seemed like the Dragons had the talent to get further or not?

The talent to go further yes. You could argue that we were missing a true to size big man, but I feel like we had problems clicking as a team. The team chemistry was definitely something to criticize. But we did reach the Playoffs which was one of our goals

Can one say the season was up and down? The team never had more than a 2 game winning streak. What do you believe hindered the team from winning more games?

Definitely the consistency and team chemistry were the main factors.

Defense was a problem. How did you see the development of the defense and the team overall this season? Was it able to develop further?

Very very inconsistent miles, some games it worked but other games it was a disaster. I wouldn’t say that there was a clear path of development.

How did you see the development of the young players? Was there a player that developed the best?

That was one of the main focal points of the club, but it’s hard to pick one. I like Josh’s energy and believe he can contribute core values to a team.

Who was the MVP of the season?

Tim for sure. Statistically you have to give it to him

You averaged 9/2/1 stats in 19 minutes How do you rate your personal rookie season?

I just checked and it was 9/3/1 in limited minutes on good percentages especially from 3. It is my second season though but I would rate it well because of the limited minutes

You had a different role than in Schwenningen and was efficient in the minutes that you got? You finished the season strong. Is this something you can build off moving forward?

Yes definitely can build from this season. I would view it as a step forward not backwards.

You went 0/6 from outside in the last 2 games, but still shot the best ever from outside. How did you see the development of your shooting this season?

I’m very content with how I shot the ball this season. At the end it was also tough getting good looks because Leverkusen did a good job limiting my shots from three.

You had 3 steals in game 2 against Leverkusen. How did you see the development of your defense this season?

I can definitely impact the game defensively due to my frame and athleticism, I believe I showed that last game.

What was your favorite personal game of the season?

It has to be Würzburg with the game winner and 22 points in 22 min on 5/6 three. That was a very good personal performance.

On what areas of your game will you work on most this summer?

Weight lifting and my left hand.

Who was the toughest player that you faced this season on the court from Pro B teams?

The hardest to guard was definitely Calvin Wishart of Wurzburg.

What is the next step for you? Will you return to the Dragons Rhondorf or could you see a change?

Not quite sure yet let’s see what the future holds for me.

6 South teams were swept by north teams. How crazy is that? Is the north really that much better?

Seems to be that way yes. I was surprised in how bad cologne did.

Who will reach the NBA final and win it all?

The Lakers in 5.

Is Nikola Jokic the unanimous NBA MVP or will Shai Gillgeous Alexander get it?

Jokic or else it’s highway robbery lol. He’s by far the best in the entire league

Thanks Alex for the chat.