Lonnie Walker IV is heading to Denver. The Nuggets signed the guard to a one-year deal worth $3.3 million, his agent confirmed Wednesday night.
Walker spent last season with the Hornets after stints with the Spurs and Celtics. He's a 6-foot-6 wing who can handle the ball and get downhill, though his scoring punch has diminished in recent years. The signing gives Denver depth on the perimeter without tying up significant money or long-term commitment.
For Walker, this is a prove-it deal. He'll compete for minutes in a loaded Nuggets rotation headlined by Jokic, Murray, and Jamal Murray. The contract structure suggests Denver views him as a low-risk depth piece rather than a cornerstone addition. He'll need to show up ready to contribute immediately in the preseason to carve out a rotation spot alongside the defending champs.