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Former Lakers Center Re-Signs with Grizzlies

Former Lakers Center Re-Signs with Grizzlies

Summary

The Memphis Grizzlies have signed former Los Angeles Lakers center Christian Koloko to another 10-day contract due to injuries in their roster. Memphis is currently dealing with injuries to five players and holds a 15-18 record in the NBA's Western Conference. This new contract allows the team to keep Koloko while they decide on a longer-term solution.

Key Facts

  • Memphis Grizzlies re-signed Christian Koloko to his second 10-day contract.
  • NBA teams can sign a player to a maximum of two 10-day contracts in one season before needing a longer-term agreement.
  • Memphis is facing injuries with five of its players out until mid-January.
  • This situation allows the team to use a "hardship exception" to add extra players.
  • Christian Koloko has played five games for Memphis, averaging 2.0 points and 3.6 rebounds.
  • The Grizzlies have a 15-18 record and are ninth in the Western Conference.
  • Koloko was originally drafted by the Toronto Raptors in 2022 but was cut after a blood clot issue.

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