Denver Nuggets sign Lonnie Walker IV to $3.3 million contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 11:10 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Denver Nuggets have signed Lonnie Walker IV to a one-year, $3.3 million veteran minimum contract. This move addresses a need for depth after other teams have strengthened their rosters ahead of the NBA season. Walker, who has previous playoff experience and played for the Los Angeles Lakers, is expected to bolster the Nuggets' scoring options off the bench. After leaving the NBA to play overseas, Walker returns with hopes of solidifying a role in Denver's lineup amidst concerns regarding his perimeter defense.
- •Walker previously played for the Los Angeles Lakers and Philadelphia 76ers.
- •The Nuggets needed to strengthen their roster after NBA competition increased.
- •Walker's past playoff performance includes averages of 6.2 points per game.
- •His signing was confirmed on August 6, 2026.
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"The Denver Nuggets have made a big offseason move, landing one of LeBron James’ former LA Lakers teammates. The Nuggets had to respond after teams across the East and West strengthened their rosters to push for an NBA championship.
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