Lakers Sign Christian Koloko Amid Frontcourt Injuries

Koloko, who missed last season due to blood clot issues, joins Lakers on a two-way contract pending medical clearance.

Christian Koloko, a 7-foot center, missed the entire 2023-24 season due to a blood clot issue and was waived by the Toronto Raptors in January.
The Lakers have signed Koloko to a two-way contract, requiring them to waive one of their current two-way players.
Koloko chose the Lakers over interest from the Raptors, Clippers, and Spurs, seeking a significant role in the Lakers' thin frontcourt.
Koloko averaged 3.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in his rookie season with the Raptors before his medical condition sidelined him.
The Lakers' frontcourt has been impacted by injuries to Christian Wood, Jarred Vanderbilt, and Rui Hachimura, increasing the need for Koloko's presence.