This is the first time in school history the Hurricanes have back to back McDonald’s All-Americans. Forward Dewan Huell was a McDonald’s All-American last season.
Walker is a 6’5 shooting guard and will compete for a starting spot immediately next season. He is a part of the nation’s 12th best class according to the composite rankings. Walker is listed 20th in the composite player rankings.
Walker is the Hurricanes highest ranked player in the incoming class and the Hurricanes highest ranked recruit in the last 15 years. Miami will also be adding Point Guard Chris Lykes who is ranked 67th and Center-Forward Deng Gak who is 127th.