Lonnie Walker Signs With Turkish Club Besiktas After NBA Release
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
Former Maccabi Tel Aviv player Lonnie Walker has agreed to join Turkish EuroLeague team Besiktas after being released by the NBA's Denver Nuggets. The 27-year-old American guard previously played for Maccabi Tel Aviv last season and Zalgiris Kaunas. Walker's move to Besiktas comes after the Turkish team lost to Hapoel Tel Aviv.
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- Lonnie Walker has agreed to terms with Turkish EuroLeague team Besiktas.
- Walker was recently released by the NBA's Denver Nuggets.
- The 27-year-old American previously played for Maccabi Tel Aviv and Zalgiris Kaunas.
- Walker averaged 15.2 points per game for Maccabi Tel Aviv last season.
- Besiktas recently lost to Hapoel Tel Aviv in the EuroLeague.
Former Maccabi Tel Aviv guard Lonnie Walker has agreed to terms with Turkish EuroLeague team Besiktas, according to Greek outlet SDNA. The 27-year-old American was recently waived by the Denver Nuggets of the NBA after signing a training camp contract and participating in the preseason. His release from the NBA generated significant interest in Europe, leading Besiktas to promptly offer him a contract. Walker accepted the offer on Wednesday, marking his return to the EuroLeague for a third stint.
Last season, Walker played for Maccabi Tel Aviv, averaging 15.2 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game in 21.8 minutes in the EuroLeague. He also previously played for Zalgiris Kaunas. Walker will now aim to help Besiktas, who lost to Hapoel Tel Aviv 100-82 on Wednesday in Sofia.
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