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24. April 2026
Struggles despite spot start
Walter accumulated zero points (0-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and two rebounds over 26 minutes during Thursday's 126-104 victory over the Cavaliers in Game 3 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Analyse
Walter overcame illness to suit up Thursday, moving into the starting lineup after it was announced Immanuel Quickley would miss his third straight game due to a hamstring injury. Despite the promotion, Walter had a poor night, going scoreless in 26 minutes. Although Toronto was able to walk away with a much-needed victory, Walter is going to have to elevate his game should the team have hopes of going toe-to-toe with the Cavaliers.
23. April 2026
Joining starting five
Walter is starting Game 3 against Cleveland on Thursday, Serena Winters of FanDuel Sports Network Ohio reports.
Analyse
Walter provided a spark off the bench in Game 2, and he evidently showed enough to receive an opportunity with the first unit while Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) remains sidelined. Jamal Shead will retreat to the bench with Walter starting.
23. April 2026
Available to play
Walter (illness) is available to play for Thursday's Game 3 against the Cavaliers, Michael Grange of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analyse
Walter was able to shake off his questionable tag for this contest. Through two games, he's averaging 10.5 points, 1.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 0.5 steals in 28.0 minutes per contest.
22. April 2026
Iffy for Thursday
Walter (illness) is questionable for Thursday's Game 3 against the Cavaliers, Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun reports.
Analyse
The series will shift to Toronto as the Raptors aim to avoid falling into a 3-0 hole, though they may be without Walter. If the second-year guard is ruled out, Jamal Shead and A.J. Lawson would likely see increased minutes, especially if Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) remains out.
19. April 2026
Modest effort in loss Saturday
Walter provided seven points (2-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists in 28 minutes during Saturday's 126-113 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Analyse
Walter logged 28 minutes, leading the second unit. However, he finished with only seven points while sinking one of his four attempts from behind the arc. If Immanuel Quickley (hamstring) remains on the shelf for Game 2 on Monday, Walter could see a few extra minutes while possibly getting more opportunities on the scoring end.