In his first EuroLeague appearance for Kaunas Zalgiris, Lonnie Walker IV faced a tough introduction to European basketball, ending the game scoreless with some challenging stats:
- 0 Points
- 0/8 FG
- 1 Assist
- -9 Efficiency Rating
- 12 Minutes Played
Walker, known for his scoring ability and athleticism from his time in the NBA, struggled to find his rhythm in the slower, more tactical EuroLeague setting.
The transition from the NBA to Europe’s top league can be tricky, with the EuroLeague emphasizing structured half-court play and intense defense, a significant shift from the faster, more open NBA style.
Lonnie Walker IV in his first EuroLeague game:
0 PTS
0/8 FG
1 AST
-9 EFF
12 MIN pic.twitter.com/VzruoSVPpV— BasketNews (@BasketNews_com) November 7, 2024