Lakers consider signing Summer League standout Arthur Kaluma
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 11:35 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly contemplating signing 6-foot-7 forward Arthur Kaluma after his impressive performance in the Summer League. Kaluma, who played for Creighton, has shown notable scoring improvement, finishing with 12, 16, 18, and a standout 34 points in four games. With the Lakers' two-way roster spots full, a potential contract would require them to cut ties with an existing player, possibly Peter Suder. Kaluma has also demonstrated strong shooting ability and defensive skills during this summer's competitions.
- •Arthur Kaluma is a standout player in the Summer League.
- •He has scored progressively better in each of his four Summer League games.
- •Lakers would need to release a current player to sign Kaluma.
- •Peter Suder is a potential candidate for release.
- •Kaluma is shooting 38.1% from three-point range in Summer League.
- 11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers urged to cut ties with rookie guard, sign 6-foot-7 Summer League star
"A Los Angeles Lakers writer believes the franchise should consider inking a deal with an impressive 6-foot-7 forward.
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