Lonnie Walker IV released by Denver Nuggets

Lonnie Walker IV has been officially released by the Denver Nuggets, ending his brief stint with the team. Walker signed with the Nuggets in August on a non-guaranteed contract for the 2026 season but saw minimal playing time during the preseason.

Limited playing time leads to release

Walker played only 17 minutes across two preseason games, recording 4 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal. The Nuggets' decision to release him was influenced by their depth at the wing position and his lack of impact on the court.

Walker considers return to EuroLeague

With his release from the Nuggets, Walker is now considering a return to the EuroLeague. He previously played for Zalgiris Kaunas and Maccabi Tel-Aviv in the European competition and has already signed with agent Misko Raznatovic.

Interest from European teams

According to reports, Besiktas Istanbul is among the leading teams interested in signing Walker. Two other teams have also shown interest, suggesting that Walker may find a new opportunity in European basketball.

Walker's EuroLeague performance

Over the past two seasons, Walker played 47 EuroLeague games with Maccabi Tel-Aviv, averaging 15.2 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists, and 0.8 steals per game. He also contributed consistently in the Israeli league with similar averages.

Walker's NBA career

A 2018 NBA draft pick by the San Antonio Spurs, Walker has played 361 games in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets, averaging 9.8 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. At 27, he is now seeking a more stable role in European basketball.