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Boston Celtics’ Squad Update: Lonnie Walker IV Departure Announced

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Boston Celtics Announce Departure of Guard Lonnie Walker IV

In a recent development in the basketball world, the Boston Celtics have made the decision to waive guard Lonnie Walker IV, as reported by insiders on Tuesday. Walker, at age 25, had been associated with the Celtics following a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 agreement over the summer.

Walker’s Short Stint with the Celtics

During his brief tenure with the Celtics, Walker demonstrated his abilities in four preseason games. He was on the court for an average of 16.4 minutes, during which he managed to score an average of 7.3 points per game.

Prior Association with the Brooklyn Nets

Prior to his time with the Celtics, Walker was a part of the Brooklyn Nets. He showcased impressive performance there, averaging close to 10 points in each game in which he played for 23.2 minutes on average.

Walker’s Performance Statistics

Walker, who was the No. 18 pick in the 2018 NBA draft, has a three-point shooting average of 37.5% from 3-point range, based on 4.6 attempts per game over the last two seasons.

Walker’s Waiver Opens Up Celtics’ Roster

With the decision to waive Walker, the Boston Celtics now have an open spot in their 15-member team as they prepare for the commencement of the regular season. This development provides an opportunity for the team to bring fresh talent on board, which could potentially change the dynamics of their game in the upcoming season.

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