Lonnie Walker IV Enters Concussion Protocol After Game Injury

Lonnie Walker IV of the Philadelphia 76ers suffered a concussion after a hard fall during the first quarter of their game against the Toronto Raptors, where he played only 20 seconds before exiting. The team confirmed he entered the NBA's concussion protocol and will be evaluated daily. Walker's injury adds to the Sixers' ongoing struggles with an extensive injury list as they prepare to face the Indiana Pacers, with six other players also ruled out. Since joining the Sixers in late February after time overseas, Walker had been averaging 8.2 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in ten games. The Sixers lost the game to the Raptors 118-105, marking a challenging period for the team as they fight for playoff positioning amidst injuries. Walker's absence is particularly significant as he was beginning to find his form in the league after a spell away from the NBA.