Christian Koloko News, Rumors, Updates - Atlanta Hawks

Medically cleared to return Koloko has been medically cleared to play by the NBA's fitness-to-play panel, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.

Impact Koloko will begin practicing with the Lakers this week, but it remains to be seen how soon he'll actually take the floor in a live game setting. Still, this is great news for the Lakers, as Koloko will give their frontcourt a huge boost with his rim-protection ability.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Koloko (illness) won't paly in Monday's game against the Suns, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Koloko is listed as out due to returning to competition conditioning, so it seems that he is working towards a return. When he returns to action, it is likely he spends most of his time with the team's G League affiliate.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Koloko (illness) is out for Saturday's game against the Kings, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact The Lakers have labeled Koloko's status as a "return to competition conditioning," so there's no clear timetable on when he'll be back. The big man is expected to play a role off the bench once he's cleared.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Friday Koloko won't play Friday against the Suns as the Lakers work him back to playing condition, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Koloko missed Opening Night due to a long-term blood clotting issue, though the club is optimistic he will return to game action soon. The 24-year-old is not expected to play a significant role with the club, but he could step up as the Lakers' third-string center if Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) misses additional time.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Opening Night Koloko (illness) will not play in Tuesday's regular-season opener against the Timberwolves, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Koloko signed a two-way contract with the Lakers in September. There was optimism he would be available for Opening Night, but he has yet to be cleared by the NBA's Fitness-to-Play Panel due to blood clots that he was diagnosed with in January. Even should he be cleared during the 2024-25 regular season, Koloko will likely spend most of the campaign in the G League with the South Bay Lakers.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Optimism for Opening Night 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 P...

Impact 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.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers News: Lakers Hopeful as New Signing Ready to Tackle Health Challenges and Make an Impact Lakers Sign Christian Koloko, Aiming to Enhance Front-Court Depth for Upcoming Season.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Lakers News: How Christian Koloko's Signing Impacts Lakers' Season Plans The Lakers’ addition of Christian Koloko could bolster their frontcourt depth ahead of the new season.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Joining Lakers The Lakers signed Koloko to a contract Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact 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.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with blood clot issue Koloko (illness) is dealing with a blood clot issue that is threatening his basketball career, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact 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.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Waived to complete Siakam trade Koloko (illness) was waived by the Raptors on Wednesday, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Impact 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 as part of the Pascal Siakam trade, the team needed to open up a roster spot and 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.

JANUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ups training, still lacks timeline 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 S...

Impact 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.

JANUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Koloko (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Celtics, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Koloko has yet to suit up this season. Barring a return to practice, he can be considered doubtful for future contests.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Koloko (illness) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Clippers.

Impact 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.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Koloko (illness) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Lakers, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact Koloko has yet to appear in a game for the Raptors this season. His timetable for return is unknown.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Golden State Koloko (illness) is out for Sunday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Koloko has been dealing with a respiratory issue and doesn't have a clear date for his return to the hardwood, though given he has yet to log a single minute at the NBA level, his return might not be particularly close. His next chance to feature will come against the Lakers on Tuesday.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Koloko (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Kings.

Impact 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.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for Wednesday's game Koloko (illness) will not play Wednesday against Memphis.

Impact Koloko has yet to play this season due to a respiratory ailment. The 23-year-old remains out indefinitely.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Koloko (illness) will not play Monday against Cleveland.

Impact Koloko has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a respiratory condition. There is no timetable for his return.

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Saturday Koloko (illness) is out Saturday against the Pistons.

Impact Koloko remains out due to a respiratory issue. His next chance at a return will arrive Monday against Cleveland.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Friday Koloko (illness) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Boston, Aaron Rose of SI.com reports.

Impact Koloko hasn't yet played this year due to a respiratory illness. He doesn't have a timetable to return.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Wednesday Koloko (illness) will not play Wednesday versus Washington.

Impact Koloko has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a respiratory illness. He remains sidelined indefinitely.

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Wednesday Koloko will not play Wednesday against Denver.

Impact Koloko has yet to play this season and details have been scarce on his recovery from a respiratory ailment. The 23-year-old remains out indefinitely.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Koloko (illness) will not play Monday against Charlotte.

Impact Koloko's indefinite absence continues. He is dealing with a respiratoryissue.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Koloko (illness) won't play in Friday's game versus Atlanta.

Impact Koloko has yet to suit up this season while dealing with a respiratory illness. There is no timetable for his return.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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