Former Raptors player Christian Koloko is set for an NBA comeback with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Shams Charania.
– Koloko will sign a two-way contract with the Lakers but still needs clearance from the Fitness-to-Play Panel.
– A second-round pick in 2022, Koloko played 58 games with the Raptors before being waived in January due to blood clots.
– The Raptors moved on from Koloko, who was dealing with potential career-ending health issues, after being referred to the Fitness-to-Play Panel.
The Fitness-to-Play Panel includes physicians appointed by the NBA, the Players Association, and an agreed-upon third physician, who decide if a player can return.
– The Lakers, needing frontcourt depth, are considering Koloko, especially since Anthony Davis needs additional support.
The Lakers' current frontcourt options include Jaxson Hayes, Christian Wood, Rui Hachimura, and Jarred Vanderbilt, but all have issues or injuries.
Koloko represents a low-risk, high-reward addition for the Lakers, especially in light of recent reports about Davis wanting to play with another big man.