Celtics waive Lonnie Walker IV before season opener: Report originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
Lonnie Walker IV’s quest to make the opening night roster of the Boston Celtics was missed.
The Celtics waive Walker, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Saturday. Walker signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the C’s on August 28.
Teams now have the opportunity to claim Walker on the waiver wire, but if he clears waivers, he could return to the organization and join Boston’s G League affiliate in Maine.
Walker always faced an uphill battle to make the final roster. C’s would have put themselves in a tough spot with roster flexibility and finances. If he lands in Maine, there could be an opportunity further down the road. https://t.co/ea3UFAQxC5
– Chris Forsberg (@ChrisForsberg_) October 19, 2024
The Celtics now have an open roster ahead of their season opener against the New York Knicks on Tuesday, October 22nd.
