Former Raptors Center Christian Koloko Provides Update

The Raptors had high hopes for Koloko. He appeared in 59 for Toronto as a rookie averaging 3.1 points and 2.9 rebounds per game. He ended up starting in 19 games for the Raptors.

Then the 23-year-old was listed on the injury report ahead of Summer League last year due to a respiratory issue that kept him sidelined. He was still seen working out at the OVO Athletic Centre but he was never cleared to play.

The Raptors had to make the tough choice of waiving Koloko on Jan 17 following the Pascal Siakam to Indiana Pacers trade.

Masai Ujiri and the Raptors could discuss Koloko’s health situation publicly, but The Athletic later reporte that he was battling a blood issue that was potentially career-threatening.

Koloko is currently a free agent but don’t rule out a possible reunion with the Raptor down the line.

Ujiri spoke about Koloko following the conclusion of Toronto’s 2023-24 season:

“We’re still checking on it. We’re still keeping tabs on him and seeing where things go with his medical. We really wish him the best.”

Hopefully Koloko can return to NBA action soon.

Insider shares latest on Raptors draft

The 2024 NBA Draft is two weeks away.

The Toronto Raptors might have their eye on someone in the top portion of the draft.

Doug Smith of the Toronto Star appeared on The Bob McCowan Podcast and he talked about Toronto’s upcoming draft.