Ronnie Walker, who wants to be a pillar of the Spurs

I believe every Spurs fan will be so excited when they hear that the Spurs' draft pick is number 18, following GDP and Leonard who was traded over at 15, the highest number of picks in the last 20 years. The Spurs are always so perceptive, Tony Parker and Ginobili are superstars that come out of the low pick. The selection of Ronnie Walker shows that there is something about him that appeals to the Spurs.

Draft picks

In the '18 draft, the first round was selected by the Spurs, the first look at the young man's hair so long, as if the head of a potted plant alone. It was teased by fans to potted plant brother.

Just a while ago, the potted plant brother released a video on the ins, cut off the beloved hair, and exploded the incident of being sexually assaulted when he was in the 5th grade as a child. He said he was a child who was easily cheated when he started to keep such hair from the fifth grade. Only my hair is the only thing I can control, and my hair is everything to me. This was followed by a talk about how I need to be able to transform mentally, emotionally, and physically. Seeing Bonsai was able to face his past and forgive those who had hurt him. To see me through this epidemic. Finding out that there is still something in life that he is worth pursuing and that there is still a lot of beauty.

Walker after the haircut Something like this happened and I have to mention Walker's hometown. Reading, Pennsylvania, USA. 41.3% of people live below the poverty line, the highest percentage in the country. The crime rate is extremely high. This is where Ronnie Walker grew up.

Perhaps it was this environment that led his parents to be strict, coming home from school to read for an hour and do an hour of homework. His father led the way in basketball. Led his team to a Pennsylvania high school basketball championship in high school and went on to Miami University on a full scholarship, starting 18 of 32 games, averaging 11.5 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in 27.8 minutes per game, shooting 41.5% from the field and 34.6% from three. Named to the rookie bang.

Talent

Then entered the draft. Listed in Ronnie Walker's scouting report at 6'3 (1.91cm), 206lbs (93kg) and 6'10.25 (209cm) arms. The template is Wade.

Physicality is Walker's biggest strength, as seen in the previous year's Spurs game, defensive rebounding, face-up attack, great stride, and explosiveness. Has the ability to shoot from the outside. In live action, you can see how much better Walker's jumper is than the overhead jumper. This means Walker needs to hold the ball more. Right now Walker is using more of a hustle jumper off the block. Often, after attacking the basket with the ball, he can't respond reasonably well. Poor hitting percentage. Can't make effective judgments on passing and attacking the basket. Poor passing vision. Defensively, Walker's physical condition enables him to defend multiple positions, has very nimble feet, and is good at defending the perimeter. Currently relatively young defensively.

Season shooting percentage chart

A very fair assessment of Walker can be seen from his games so far. From the highest profile game. 19 12 home game against the Rockets that game, Walker used more than one means, top jumper, defensive rebound, catch and shoot a jumper. Fast break attacks to the basket. All are some simple and effective work. Have to admire Walker's big heart, in the final stage. Tied the game with a killer three. Unlimited potential. During the game, took the initiative to meet Harden for two or three consecutive rounds. Defend Harden's three-point shot. Causing Harden to score very little in the fourth quarter. Walker's basketball side still needs to continue to improve. But Walker's character is worthy of admiration.

Tying the game against the Rockets

Walker came out of the poorer city of Reading. Most people who go out of this poor city don't come back, and they desire to go out. But Walker went out from here but misses this place in his heart, and you can't forget your roots when you get ahead. He donated 300 pairs of sneakers to his hometown and provided free training camps. Caring for the next generation to show them the way forward. I grew up in this poor place like you, crammed into a house with a dozen people. A dollar burger and my mother would eat for two days. I can walk out of here now, and I hope you can do the same to do what you need to do, and surely you will see the light. I hope one day to be able to achieve more than Walker and go back to the community to be able to do better than Walker.

His father's guidance played a crucial role in Walker's life, establishing Walker's outlook on life and values. Teaching Walker what to do for himself and his future path of growth. To give back to the community. Guiding the meaning of life and the value of humility. Walker has now become the pride of the city of Redding and has become a role model for the next generation. Until the next generation looks like Walker.

Popovich commented that Walker is amazing, even though he had a tough childhood, he grew up so well, so mature, and full of energy at only 20 years old.

Training Camp

As a Spur, basketball is a side business, life is bigger than basketball, and the Spurs draft players for character and personality. Walker understands gratitude and love for the common good, seeing how much Walker has contributed to his hometown. Mentoring the next generation so they understand what life is all about. Making this city better and better. Makes me admire this young man even more.