Walker could be cheaper than Springer so Springer could be moved, as could Walsh. Both are still real young so could be giving up too early. Walker vs Springer in camp for the backup 2/3? Both a bit undersized for 3. Both about 6'4" 204. Walker has shown he can step up in big games
I'm personally out on Walker at the moment. He brings nothing new to the table, isn't under contract, and is on the verge of falling out of the league. I get why people like him, and I wouldn't be made if he gets a full-time deal, but in terms of skillset, he doesn't add much that isn't already there.
On the surface, Lonnie Walker feels like a "how did we get this guy" signing. But his 23-24 offensive stats are comparable to what Svi put up for the Hornets in 22-23. And we all know how that turned out.
I always wonder what the communication process is like in a signing like this. Was Walker running out of options and grabbed the first deal offered? Or did the Celtics make a compelling pitch (beyond "chance to win a ring")? It does seem like either Springer or Walker will get SOME regular minutes over the course of the season. Delano Banton appeared in 24 games and would have likely hit 45-50 if not traded. Having those two battling over the course of camp isn't the worst thing in the world.
I think when it's an Exhibt 10 deal, there's not much of a conversation to have. Both sides know what that type of contract means, and Walker would be clear that he has to earn a roster spot. Beyond that, his future is in his hands.
I like the idea of a training camp battle between him and Springer, but as Springer is already on the roster, I feel like he's starting that fight with an advantage.
Walker could be cheaper than Springer so Springer could be moved, as could Walsh. Both are still real young so could be giving up too early. Walker vs Springer in camp for the backup 2/3? Both a bit undersized for 3. Both about 6'4" 204. Walker has shown he can step up in big games
I'm personally out on Walker at the moment. He brings nothing new to the table, isn't under contract, and is on the verge of falling out of the league. I get why people like him, and I wouldn't be made if he gets a full-time deal, but in terms of skillset, he doesn't add much that isn't already there.
On the surface, Lonnie Walker feels like a "how did we get this guy" signing. But his 23-24 offensive stats are comparable to what Svi put up for the Hornets in 22-23. And we all know how that turned out.
I always wonder what the communication process is like in a signing like this. Was Walker running out of options and grabbed the first deal offered? Or did the Celtics make a compelling pitch (beyond "chance to win a ring")? It does seem like either Springer or Walker will get SOME regular minutes over the course of the season. Delano Banton appeared in 24 games and would have likely hit 45-50 if not traded. Having those two battling over the course of camp isn't the worst thing in the world.
I think when it's an Exhibt 10 deal, there's not much of a conversation to have. Both sides know what that type of contract means, and Walker would be clear that he has to earn a roster spot. Beyond that, his future is in his hands.
I like the idea of a training camp battle between him and Springer, but as Springer is already on the roster, I feel like he's starting that fight with an advantage.