New Orleans Pelicans sign Christian Koloko to one-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 11:42 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The New Orleans Pelicans have signed center Christian Koloko to a one-year, non-guaranteed deal. Koloko joins the team as competition for a roster spot during training camp and preseason. A second-round pick by the Toronto Raptors in 2022, he has struggled to remain on an NBA roster. Pelicans head coach and management may prioritize his defensive capabilities over offensive contributions as they address frontcourt needs.
- •Koloko joins after previous stints with the Toronto Raptors.
- •He averaged 2.8 points and 0.8 blocks over 12.3 minutes in his NBA career.
- •The Pelicans aim to improve their rim protection and rebounding.
- •He will compete for a spot during training camp and preseason.
- 11:42 PMYahoo Sports — New Orleans Pelicans Sign C Christian Koloko To One-Year Deal
"The New Orleans Pelicans have signed Christian Koloko to a one-year deal, as he will fight for that final roster spot throughout training camp and the preseason.
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