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Lakers Cut Ties With Longtime Center

Lakers Cut Ties With Longtime Center

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are letting go of their veteran center Christian Koloko. They want to give Drew Timme a chance to play, as he has been performing well in the G League. The Lakers have made adjustments to their roster, including signing a new player, Deandre Ayton.

Key Facts

  • The Los Angeles Lakers are waiving Christian Koloko, a center who joined the team in the 2024-25 season.
  • The Lakers plan to give Drew Timme, a standout player from their G League team, more opportunities in the main team.
  • Drew Timme has averaged 25.2 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 4.0 assists while playing for the South Bay Lakers.
  • Christian Koloko was initially brought in as backup for Anthony Davis, who was often injured.
  • The Lakers traded Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic and have since signed Deandre Ayton as a new center.
  • Koloko, standing at 7-foot-1, played in 37 games last season with the Lakers, averaging 2.4 points and 2.5 rebounds per game.
  • In the current season, Koloko has played in two games, averaging 3.0 minutes per game.
  • The Lakers aim to strengthen their team by trying out new talents and adjusting their player lineup.
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