Chris Walker (born December 22, 1994) is an American professional

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player for the Osceola Magic of the

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. He played

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for the

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High school career

Walker attended Holmes County High School, which he led as a senior to a 1A state championship and a 20–8 record, tallying 30 points, 15 rebounds and seven blocks in the title game. He also started in the 2013 Jordan Brand Classic, having 14 points and seven rebounds and earned McDonald's All-American honors. Walker won the 2013 Powerade Jam fest. Beating Andrew Wiggins, Jabari Parker, and Aaron Gordon en route to the slam dunk contest victory.

College career

Having offers from Florida State, Baylor, Connecticut, Kansas, and Ohio State, Walker chose to play for the

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, but due to his inability to academically qualify, he didn't enroll until December 2013. When he finally joined the Gators, he missed 10 more games while the NCAA investigated allegations that he had received improper benefits in high school, and an additional two when it was determined he had. In two seasons with the Gators, he averaged 3.7 points and 2.7 rebounds in 49 career appearances, including six starts.

Professional career

Rio Grande Valley Vipers (2015–2018)

After going undrafted in the

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, Walker joined the

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for the Las Vegas Summer League. On September 21, 2015, he signed with the Rockets, only to be waived by the team on October 23 after appearing in three preseason games. On November 2, Walker was acquired by the Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the

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as an affiliate player of the Rockets.

Huellas del Siglo / Leones de Ponce (2018)

In April 2018, Walker signed with Huellas del Siglo of the Dominican Torneo de Baloncesto Superior, making his debut on April 17 in an 81–78 win over San Carlos. On April 28, Walker signed with Leones de Ponce of the Puerto Rican

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Second Stint with Rio Grande Valley Vipers (2018–2019)

Walker rejoined the Rio Grande Valley Vipers for the 2018–19 season.

Rilski Sportist Samokov (2020–2021)

On January 17, 2020, it was reported that Rilski Sportist Samokov had signed Walker.

Long Island Nets (2021–2022)

On October 23, 2021, the

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selected Walker in 2021 NBA G League draft, Walker was included in the training camp roster of the

announced two days later. Walker was then later waived by the Nets on January 23, 2022.

Iowa Wolves (2022)

On January 24, 2022, Walker was acquired via available player pool by the

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. On February 11, 2022, Walker was waived by the

Texas Legends (2022)

On February 26, 2022, Walker was acquired via available player pool by the Texas Legends. On March 16, 2022, Walker was waived.

Ontario Clippers (2022)

On March 18, 2022, Walker was acquired via available player pool by the

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Cleveland Charge (2022–2023)

On October 24, 2022, Walker joined the Cleveland Charge training camp roster. He was waived on November 1, but re-signed with the Charge on November 5. He was waived again on February 7.

Osceola Magic (2023–present)

On November 2, 2023, Walker joined the Osceola Magic.

Personal life

Walker grew up in Bonifay, Florida He was raised by his Great Grandmother and Uncle, along with his two brothers. She died in 2009 when he was 14, and a family friend, Jeneen Campbell, became his guardian.

References

External links

Florida Gators bio

RealGM profile
{{DEFAULTSORT:Walker, Chris 1994 births Living people 21st-century American sportsmen Agua Caliente Clippers players American expatriate basketball people in Bulgaria American expatriate basketball people in the Dominican Republic American men's basketball players Basketball players from Florida BC Rilski Sportist players Cleveland Charge players Florida Gators men's basketball players Leones de Ponce basketball players Long Island Nets players McDonald's High School All-Americans Osceola Magic players Parade High School All-Americans (boys' basketball) People from Bonifay, Florida Power forwards Rio Grande Valley Vipers players Texas Legends players