Lonnie Walker IV has wrapped medical tape around his left wrist for the past two or three years, with the message “You vs. You” written in Sharpie. It is a reminder that Walker is only “competing with yourself,

Philadelphia 76ers forward Lonnie Walker IV opens up on his internal journey back to the NBA after going overseas.

Lonnie Walker IV spent the summer with the Boston Celtics as part of their preseason squad, after signing an Exhibit 10 contract.

Philadelphia 76ers' Lonnie Walker IV, center, goes up for a shot between Utah Jazz's Kyle Filipowski, left, and Brice Sensabaugh during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, March 9, 2025,

Lonnie Walker IV’s brief tenure with the Boston Celtics was marked by determination and growth, and despite being waived by the team in October, the former NBA starter considered making a return to the organization.

The newly-signed Philadelphia 76ers guard reflected on his journey from Boston to Lithuania to Philadelphia — and how his month with the Celtics motivated him.