Lonnie Walker IV is a professional basketball player who currently plays as a shooting guard and small forward for the Brooklyn Nets. Born on December 14, 1998 in Reading, Pennsylvania, Walker played college basketball for one season with the Miami Hurricanes before being drafted by the San Antonio Spurs with the 18th overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft.
The 6'4" shooting guard quickly made an impact with the Spurs in his debut season, showcasing his athleticism and scoring ability. Though he didn't start many games that year, Walker appeared in 17 games and averaged 2.6 points in just under 7 minutes per game. His sophomore season saw increased opportunity and production, playing over 20 minutes per game and averaging 9.1 points.
Looking to take the next step in his career, Walker signed a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2022 offseason. Though the Lakers struggled with injuries and chemistry issues, Walker enjoyed one of his best professional seasons yet in this new environment. As a key part of the Lakers rotation, he averaged 11.7 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.1 assists over 56 games.
Walker again hit free agency after his lone season in Los Angeles and chose to sign with the Brooklyn Nets in the 2023 offseason. Joining stars like Ben Simmons and Mikal Bridges, Walker provides additional perimeter scoring and athleticism as the Nets look to contend in the Eastern Conference. Through the first month of the 2023-24 NBA season, Walker is averaging around 15 .4 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.2 assists through the first 9 games of the season.
Lonnie Walker Age
Lonnie Walker IV is 24 years old, as of November 2023. He was born on December 14, 1998 in Reading, Pennsylvania. Still early in his NBA career, Walker's youth and athleticism have been among his biggest assets so far.
Standing tall at 6 feet 4 inches with a 6 feet 9 inch wingspan, Walker has great size for an NBA shooting guard. His height allows him to shoot over most defenders, while his long wingspan is advantageous on both ends of the court. On offence, Walker can pass cleanly into lanes thanks to his reach. His wingspan also makes him troublesome on defence, allowing him to disrupt passing lanes and easily contest shots.
As Walker continues to develop his skills and basketball IQ, his impressive physiques give him a high ceiling in the league. His blend of height, length and athleticism are rare even by NBA standards. Though he is still gaining experience, Walker's physical attributes already allow him to make an impact for his team on both ends of the floor. As Walker enters his prime years, his combination of youth and elite physical attributes should help him emerge as one of the better shooting guards in the NBA.
How many 3s does Lonnie Walker average?
Lonnie Walker IV has averaged 1.3 3PM per game over his 5-year NBA career. The shooting guard for the Brooklyn Nets connects on about 34% of his threes.
FAQs
A. Lonnie Walker is 6 feet 4 inches tall.
A. Lonnie Walker plays for the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA.
A. The net worth of Lonnie Walker is close to $19 million, as of November 2023.
A. Lonnie Walker III and Tamica Wall are the parents of Lonnie Walker IV.
