SAN ANTONIO – While many took to social media on Wednesday posting about 4th of July celebrations, new Spurs rookie Lonnie Walker IV instead posted what some are calling a controversial tweet.
The tweet which has since been deleted on Walker's account read, "Will never celebrate 4th of July. Know your history!! and stay woke."
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Many NBA fans reacted and one person even replying that Lonnie should then move to another country.
Then move to another country
— Shelby⭐Starr (@aStarr_W_2Rs) July 5, 2018
Here's a look at how other's replied to Walker's tweet.
You met David Robinson not too long ago... do you think he's "woke"? pic.twitter.com/7x7SRzwC5A
— Arnold Garcia (@arnoldgarciajr) July 5, 2018
please dont delete! stand up for what you think !! thank you Lonnie
— Negoatnu (@justVal23) July 5, 2018
Sounds like you & Pop will have good anti-Trump discussions.
— Tony Thompson (@Tthompissoreal) July 5, 2018
Walker was the number 18 picked in the NBA draft by the Spurs. Currently Walker is playing on the Spurs Summer League team.
What are your thoughts about his tweet?