621 NBA games with an all-time average of 13 points and 5.1 assists, and at 32 years old, Spencer Dinwiddie is in his prime as a basketball player. Dinwiddie is a well-known name in the world of the greatest indoor sport, and FC Bayern Basketball fans will soon witness his tremendous talent as a versatile and dangerous combo guard. The American, who played the entire past season for the Dallas Mavericks (79 games, 11.0 points per game), is making the move to Munich, signing a contract through the end of the season – with no opt-out clause. With this spectacular signing, the German champions have finalized their roster for the current campaign.
After eleven years in the NBA, this marks Dinwiddie’s first stint abroad. He is already familiar with head coach Gordon Herbert from Herbert’s time as a coaches consultant with the Brooklyn Nets during the 2019/2020 season. Dinwiddie is expected to arrive in Munich this weekend and will undergo medical tests shortly thereafter.
621 games with an average of 13 points
“Spencer is an electrifying player – he can score, create for others, and has had some great years in the NBA,” said Gordie Herbert on Thursday. “With his size, he can play at the two, one, and three positions, and defend multiple spots as well. Of course, this is his first stop in the EuroLeague and FIBA basketball, but he’s also a very intelligent player with a high basketball IQ and a smart personality. It’s fantastic that we’re bringing such a high-profile player to Munich.”
Dinwiddie spent the largest portion of his career – seven seasons – with the Nets, including five consecutive years from 2016 to 2021. The No. 38 pick in the 2014 NBA Draft began his professional journey with the Detroit Pistons, after playing three years of NCAA basketball at the University of Colorado. His other stops included the Washington Wizards, three years with the Mavericks (2022/23: 17.7 points per game), the Toronto Raptors, and the Lakers from his hometown of Los Angeles.
Versatile from one to three
Dinwiddie scored 30 points or more in an NBA game 20 times, with a career-high of 41 points for the Nets in December 2019. The 1.96-meter guard recently took part in preseason with the Charlotte Hornets, appearing in two exhibition games in early October. However, the partnership was ended, and several top European clubs competed for the experienced American. Ultimately, Bayern won the race, having openly targeted the NBA market for a late overseas acquisition.
“Spencer Dinwiddie arrives in Munich with his vast NBA experience, and we’re confident he’ll make an immediate impact on our game, especially since he already knows Coach Herbert from Brooklyn,” said FCBB sporting director Dragan Tarlac. “We had to be patient in recent weeks and wait for opportunities in the NBA market. It was a risk and not easy to remain patient, especially with the injuries we’ve faced. But it has paid off completely, and we’re very excited about this outstanding player.”
SPENCER GRAY DINWIDDIE (April 6, 1993, Los Angeles, USA)
Shooting Guard/Point Guard – 1,96 m – 98 kg
- 2011–2014: University of Colorado (NCAA)
- 2014–2016: Detroit Pistons (NBA)
- 2014–2016: Grand Rapids Drive (NBA G-League)
- 2016: Windy City Bulls (NBA G-League)
- 2016–2021: Brooklyn Nets (NBA)
- 2021–2022: Washington Wizards (NBA)
- 2022–2023: Dallas Mavericks (NBA)
- Feb 2023–2024: Brooklyn Nets (NBA)
- Feb 2024: Los Angeles Lakers (NBA)
- 2024–2025: Dallas Mavericks (NBA)
Honors & Achievements:
- First-team All-Pac-12, 2013 (NCAA)
- Team USA Universiade, 2013
- NBA Draft 2014, 38th overall pick, Detroit Pistons