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NBA News / Raptors Republic / July 29
Former Raptors big Christian Koloko agrees to one-year deal with Pels
Christian Koloko’s NBA journey is taking him to New Orleans. The former Toronto Raptors big man has agreed to a one-year contract with the Pelicans, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, as he looks to earn a spot on the team’s final roster.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 28
Pelicans Agree To Contract With Christian Koloko
The Pelicans and big man Christian Koloko have agreed to a one-year deal, Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype tweets. Terms weren’t revealed but it’s almost certainly a training camp deal, as Koloko will compete for the last spot on the standard roster.
NBA News / Raptors Republic / May 7
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NBA News / Atlanta Hawks on SI / January 16
Hawks Sign Former Lakers and Grizzlies Center To Two-Way Contract
The Hawks need help at the center position and they are looking for any avenue to find that help. With Kristaps Porzingis missing consistent time for various reasons and N'Faly Dante out for the season, the Hawks have had to look the route of finding a useful two-way player to help backup Onyeka Okongwu on the nights that Porzingis cannot play.
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Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / January 16
Hawks To Sign Christian Koloko To Two-Way Contract
The Hawks intend to sign free agent center Christian Koloko to a two-way contract, reports Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (via Twitter).
NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 2
NBA Notes: Sixers, Kelly Oubre Jr, Grizzlies, Christian Koloko, expansion
Kelly Oubre Jr. could be nearing a return. Sixers coach Nick Nurse said earlier this week that Oubre, sidelined since Nov. 14 with a sprained left knee, may be able to return during Philadelphia’s current road trip.
Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / January 2
Grizzlies Re-Sign Christian Koloko
12:20 pm: Koloko’s second 10-day deal is official, according to the Grizzlies (Twitter link). The contract will run through January 11, covering Memphis’ next six games.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / December 22
NBA Notes: Kings, Malik Monk, Grizzlies, Christian Koloko, Celtics
Kings guard Malik Monk played Sunday. Briefly. And he’s still not sure why that was the case. Monk made a short appearance in the second half of the win over Houston after sitting the previous two games.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 22
Former Lakers Center Joins New NBA Team on Monday
The Los Angeles Lakers spent much of last season evaluating their options in the frontcourt without ever settling on anyone for the center position. One of the players who got reps in there last year and this season is now heading to the Memphis Grizzlies.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / December 22
Christian Koloko Joining Grizzlies On 10-Day Hardship Contract
The Grizzlies will sign center Christian Koloko to a 10-day contract using the hardship exception, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). Koloko, 25, began the season on a two-way deal with the Lakers, but he was waived in late November to create an opening for the team to add Drew Timme.
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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 17
Former Lakers Two-Way Center Christian Koloko To Play For Spurs G League Affiliate
The Los Angeles Lakers entered the 2025-26 season with a better big man rotation after signing Deandre Ayton and re-signing Jaxson Hayes in free agency.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 14
Spurs’ G League Affiliate Acquires Christian Koloko
The Austin Spurs have acquired the G League rights to Christian Koloko from the available player pool, San Antonio’s affiliate team announced in a press release.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 28
NBA Transactions: Christian Koloko, Jamison Battle, Jonathan Kuminga
Nov. 26, 2025 • Christian Koloko, previously with the Lakers, became a free agent. Nov. 26, 2025 • Raptors assigned Jamison Battle to Raptors 905. • Raptors recalled Jamison Battle from Raptors 905.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 25
Lakers officially sign Drew Timme, waive Christian Koloko
The Lakers made it official on Tuesday, announcing they’ve signed Drew Timme to a two-way contract and waived Christian Koloko to create the roster spot.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / October 5
Christian Koloko Discusses Why He Returned To Lakers On Another Two-Way Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers have been pretty good at utilizing their two-way contracts and developing players into contributors at the NBA level. Last year, one of their more intriguing pickups was center Christian Koloko, who was returning to the NBA after dealing with a blood clot issue that forced him out of the league for a year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 6, 2025
2024-25 Los Angeles Lakers Player Review: Christian Koloko
The Los Angeles Lakers have made it a focus to develop young talent and they took a swing on Christian Koloko before the start of the 2024-25 season. Koloko hadn’t played in an NBA game since he was diagnosed with a blood clot in 2023, almost jeopardizing his playing career.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 23, 2025
Lakers Re-Sign Center Christian Koloko To Two-Way Contract
The Los Angeles Lakers announced they have re-signed center Christian Koloko to a two-way contract. This will be Koloko’s second season with the franchise as he appeared in 37 games for the Lakers last season while also on a two-way deal.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 29, 2024
Lakers center cleared to return after over a year away
He has not played at all since April 2023 and will thus need a lot more time to get himself back to game shape.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / September 23, 2024
New Lakers Center Christian Koloko Still Awaiting Medical Clearance For 2024-25 NBA Season
Christian Koloko was expected to be a long-term piece for the Toronto Raptors before he was waived abruptly in January 2024. As news of his career-threatening blood clot issues broke, Koloko had the rest of the season and the summer to find solutions before returning to the league.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Viral Sports News / September 22, 2024
Los Angeles Lakers’ Christian Koloko Reveals Update After Blood Clot Scare
Christian Koloko, the 7-foot-1 center who recently signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, is feeling optimistic about his return to NBA action following a serious health scare earlier this year.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / September 16, 2024
Lakers Officially Sign Christian Koloko To Two-Way Deal
The Lakers have officially signed center Christian Koloko to a two-way contract, per the NBA transactions log. Koloko, 24, is 7-foot-1 and missed all of last season with a blood clot issue.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 14, 2024
Lakers make first free-agent signing of the summer
He missed the 2023-24 campaign due to a blood-clot issue that made him ineligible until cleared. As such, he missed his sophomore season after impressing as a rookie for the Toronto Raptors.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 14, 2024
New name emerges for Lakers in their search for a big man
Could this young big man bolster the Lakers' frontcourt?
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 14, 2024
Lakers emerge as front-runners to sign free-agent center
He is on the comeback trail after missing all of the 2023-24 season due to a blood clot issue.
Toronto Raptors News / Raptors Nation / July 15, 2024
Former Raptor Christian Koloko Medically Cleared To Return To Basketball
The Toronto Raptors had to part ways with Christian Koloko before the start of the 2023-24 season. After showing some flashes during his rookie season, Koloko dealt with a blood clot issue that kept him sidelined.
Toronto Raptors News / Toronto Raptors on SI / December 4, 2023
Raptors Provide Somewhat Promising Update on Christian Koloko's Health Status
Christian Koloko appears to be making some progress. There's still no official update from the Toronto Raptors regarding the status of their ailing big man but the 23-year-old is ramping up with more basketball-related activities.
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