Walker Gone...

... Per Jon Wefeld on 810.

Wow, what is the hell is KSU going to be putting on the court next year.... hopes and prayers gentlemen.

Is it really a supprise? Did we need Wefald to say it? Walker wasn't going to stay even if he was going to be a 3rd round pick.  He wants the money he needs the money and NBA minimum sounds pretty good to a guy who not so long ago was pretty much homeless.

Interesting responses...

I have also heard the rumors surrounding Mr. Clemente's speed and, if true, should provide some intriguing matchups. I do think, due to his maturation (Junior) he will take over the Point position from Jake Pullen. He should be moved to starting SG (hes a streaky shooter but he lit up KU. Plus we have no idea how good Awaji is and frew Brown sucks). Then you have Sutton who is too athletic and good on defense to not start (plus there isnt another wing besides Gilbert and he reallly sucks) but he cant score AT ALL. Moving on up to the PF youve got Samuels who no one has really seen but is athletic and better than Kent and then Ron Anderson who I actually like (good size) Thats not a horrible starting five, but it lacks size and any proviing scoring ability. The bench is abysmal. Wildcats should be far better in 09-10.

Personally, I think that Bill Walker's attitude was great for this team. I think he lost his head a couple of times, but for the most part I loved how he played. He played with a swagger that K-State desparately needs to develop. He exudes confidence, and he isn't afraid to show it. I would love for him to stay another year and bring that intensity into Bramlege night in and night out, but the most likely scenario is that he'll stay in the draft.