Lakers' Christian Koloko: Optimism for Opening Night
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General manager Rob Pelinka said Wednesday that there's optimism and hope Koloko (illness) will be cleared to suit up for Opening Night against the Timberwolves on Oct. 22, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.
After being diagnosed with blood clots last year, Koloko remains with the NBA's Fitness-to-Play Panel. This is an encouraging update, but Koloko, who signed a two-way contract with the Lakers this offseason, still has multiple hurdles to clear before he's relevant in fantasy hoops.
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Lakers' Christian Koloko: Joining Lakers
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The Lakers signed Koloko to a contract Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
The specifics of the deal have yet to be disclosed, but Koloko is expected to be given the opportunity to compete for a role in Los Angeles' frontcourt. However, he is still waiting to receive clearance from the NBA's fitness panel as he has been dealing with blood clots. In 2022-23, Koloko averaged 3.1 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 13.8 minutes across 58 regular-season appearances for the Raptors.
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Christian Koloko: Dealing with blood clot issue
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Koloko (illness) is dealing with a blood clot issue that is threatening his basketball career, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Koloko hasn't yet suited up this season, and he was waived by the Raptors on Wednesday to complete the trade that sent Pascal Siakam to Indiana. Koloko showed some promise during his rookie season and averaged 3.1 points and 2.9 rebounds in 13.8 minutes per game. However, he'll be unable to practice or play in the NBA until he's cleared by the league's Fitness to Play Panel.
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Christian Koloko: Waived to complete Siakam trade
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Koloko (illness) was waived by the Raptors on Wednesday, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.
Koloko hadn't suited up for the Raptors all season, as he's battled respiratory issues and didn't appear close to making a return to the hardwood. With Toronto bringing in Bruce Brown, Jordan Nwora and Kira Lewis on Wednesday as part of the deal that sent Pascal Siakam to Indiana, the team needed to open up a roster spot and therefore cut Koloko loose. While it's possible Koloko's respiratory issues keep him sidelined for the rest of the 2023-24 campaign, he should attract some interest across the NBA after appearing in 58 games as a rookie and averaging 3.1 points, 2.9 rebounds and 1.0 blocks across 13.8 minutes.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Ups training, still lacks timeline
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Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic said Monday that Koloko (illness) has been doing more training work of late, but the second-year center remains out indefinitely, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.
Koloko continues to deal with respiratory issues that have thus far kept him from playing at any point during the 2023-24 campaign. Though the fact that Koloko hasn't been shut down from activity entirely is at least somewhat encouraging, he doesn't appear particularly close to being ready for game action. A timeline for Koloko's season debut is unlikely to be available until he's regularly taking part in full-contact, full-court practices.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Still out
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Koloko (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Celtics, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Koloko has yet to suit up this season. Barring a return to practice, he can be considered doubtful for future contests.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Still sidelined
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Koloko (illness) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Clippers.
Koloko has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a respiratory issue. Until Toronto provides an update on his return timetable, Koloko should be considered week-to-week.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Out again
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Koloko (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Koloko has yet to appear in a game for the Raptors this season. His timetable for return is unknown.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Out against Golden State
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Koloko (illness) is out for Sunday's game against the Warriors.
Koloko is dealing with a respiratory issue and doesn't have a clear date for his return to the hardwood. His next chance to feature will come against the Lakers on Tuesday.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Remains sidelined
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Koloko (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Kings.
Koloko hasn't yet played this year due to a respiratory issue, and it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return. He remains sidelined indefinitely.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Out for Monday
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Koloko (illness) will not play Monday against Cleveland.
Koloko has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a respiratory condition. There is no timetable for his return.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Out again Saturday
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Koloko (illness) is out Saturday against the Pistons.
Koloko remains out due to a respiratory issue. His next chance at a return will arrive Monday against Cleveland.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Still out
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Koloko (illness) won't play in Friday's game versus Atlanta.
Koloko has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a respiratory illness. There is no timetable for his return.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Won't play Wednesday
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Koloko (illness) will not play Wednesday against Atlanta.
Koloko remains sidelined indefinitely. The 23-year-old has yet to play this season.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Remains out
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Koloko (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Knicks.
Koloko has yet to play this season due to a respiratory condition. Until he returns to practice, he can be considered doubtful, at best, for future contests.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Still out Wednesday
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Koloko (illness) is out for Wednesday's game against Miami.
Koloko has yet to play this season and details have been scarce on his ailment. The 23-year-old remains out indefinitely.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Remains out Friday
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Koloko (illness) won't play in Friday's game versus the Knicks, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Koloko has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a respiratory condition. There is no timetable for his return.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Out Wednesday, season debut TBD
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Koloko (illness) will not play Wednesday against Indiana, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Koloko has yet to take the floor this season while he recovers from a respiratory condition that first surfaced ahead of the Las Vegas Summer League. He's without a clear timeline to make his 2023-24 debut and should be viewed as out indefinitely.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Out Tuesday
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Koloko (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup versus Orlando, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Koloko has yet to play this season while recovering from a respiratory illness. He can be considered doubtful, at best, for Wednesday's matchup in Indiana.
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Raptors' Christian Koloko: Won't play Sunday
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Koloko (illness) is out for Sunday's game versus the Pistons.
Koloko has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a respiratory illness. With the Raptors not offering any timeline for his return, he can be viewed as week-to-week until the team provides a concrete update.
