Chris Walker (basketball, born 1994)


Chris Walker is an American professional basketball player for the Rilski Sportist Samokov of the National Basketball League. He played college basketball for the Florida Gators.

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.

College career

Having offers from Florida State, Baylor, Connecticut, Kansas, and Ohio State, Walker chose to play for the University of Florida, 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 2015 NBA draft, Walker joined the Houston Rockets 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 NBA Development League 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 Baloncesto Superior Nacional.

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–present)

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

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.