The Lakers are expected to agree to a two-way deal with center Christian Koloko, bolstering their frontcourt in the wake of Christian Wood‘s latest knee operation, according to multiple people with knowledge of the situation not authorized to speak publicly.
Koloko, 24, was the No. 33 pick in the 2022 NBA draft but missed all of last season because of issues related to blood clots. He still needs to be cleared by the NBA’s Fitness-to-Play Panel, a group of doctors who will determine whether Koloko can return to on-court participation.
The Lakers roster is currently at capacity with 15 players.