Los Angeles Lakers Officially Sign 4-Year NBA Veteran Lonnie Walker IV

The Los Angeles Lakers have officially signed 4-year NBA veteran Lonnie Walker IV to a one-year contract, it was announced today by Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not released.

Walker, 23, spent the first four years of his career with the San Antonio Spurs. He was originally drafted by the Spurs with the 18th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft.

In 432 career games (217 starts), Walker has averaged 10.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. He is a career 37.2% shooter from three-point range.

Walker is a versatile wing player who can score in a variety of ways. He is a good shooter, a capable ball-handler, and a solid defender.

The Lakers are hoping that Walker can provide some much-needed shooting and athleticism to their roster. They are also hoping that he can develop into a more consistent player.

Walker is the latest addition to a Lakers roster that is undergoing a major overhaul. The team has also signed Troy Brown Jr., Damian Jones, and Thomas Bryant this offseason.

The Lakers are hoping that these new additions will help them return to the playoffs after missing out last season. They will need Walker to be a key contributor if they want to achieve their goals.

Here are some additional details about Walker's signing:

• Walker's contract is for one year and is worth $6.5 million.
• Walker will be a free agent again after the 2023-2024 season.
• Walker is expected to compete for a starting spot on the Lakers' roster.
• Walker's signing is a sign that the Lakers are committed to rebuilding their roster and returning to the playoffs.

The Lakers are hoping that Walker can be a key contributor to their team. He is a talented player who has the potential to be a difference-maker. The Lakers will be counting on him to help them get back to the top of the Western Conference.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Lakers' 2023-2024 season.