Ja’Kobe Walter Eager to Make Impact with Toronto Raptors After NBA Draft Selection

Ja’Kobe Walter, a promising basketball talent hailing from McKinney, Texas, expressed excitement and determination after being drafted by the Toronto Raptors in the NBA Draft. The six-foot-five guard, who has never visited Canada, aims to make an immediate impact once he joins the Raptors in Toronto.

Walter, a former Baylor Bears standout, showcased his skills with impressive stats in his freshman season. With ambitions to seamlessly blend with the Raptors’ young core including Barnes, Quickley, and Barrett, Walter is keen on contributing to the team’s success.

The 19-year-old, whose name is a tribute to basketball legends Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, mentioned that his selection by the Raptors felt like a dream turning into reality. Despite not having worked out for Toronto before the Draft, he is ready to prove his worth in the NBA.

Furthermore, Walter shared his eagerness to work alongside players like Barnes, known for his energy, Quickley, a skilled point guard, and Barrett, a proficient scorer. The young guard’s competitive spirit and scoring abilities are traits he plans to leverage to help the Raptors achieve victories.

With the NBA Draft ongoing, the first overall pick went to France‘s Zaccharie Risacher selected by the Atlanta Hawks, while Zach Edey, a talented centre from Toronto, was chosen by the Memphis Grizzlies. Walter’s journey to the Raptors signifies a new chapter in his basketball career, as he sets his sights on making an impact in the league.