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Lakers Fill Two-Way Roster Spots With Christian Koloko and Chris Manon

The signings bolster Los Angeles’s developmental pipeline by creating frontcourt and wing depth under two-way contract rules.

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Lakers center Christian Koloko dunks during the second half of their game against the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night, March 19, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Orange County Register/SCNG)
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Overview

  • Christian Koloko returns after overcoming blood-clot concerns and averaged 2.4 points with 2.5 rebounds in 37 games last season to strengthen rim protection.
  • Chris Manon, an undrafted Vanderbilt alum, earned his deal by posting 11.0 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.4 steals per game in Summer League for Golden State.
  • Both players will shuttle between the South Bay Lakers and the NBA squad, each eligible for up to 50 regular-season games on two-way deals.
  • Two-way contracts let teams cost-effectively develop prospects while retaining the option to elevate players when injuries or matchups demand.
  • Recent frontcourt setbacks and the Lakers’ focus on nurturing talent through the G League made filling these slots a priority for roster flexibility.