Lakers Sign Christian Koloko, Chris Manon To Two-Way Deals

Jonas Valanciunas considered a lucrative three-year, $13 million offer from Greek team Panathinaikos but remains committed to the Denver Nuggets, where he is under contract for $10.4 million this season. Valanciunas is crucial for the Nuggets' depth and performance, especially in minutes without star Nikola Jokić, and Denver has no plans to buy out his contract. Need More Context? 🔎

Chris Paul has signed a one-year veteran minimum contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, prioritizing proximity to his family in Los Angeles and a chance to compete for playoff success. At 40, he joins an aging roster featuring stars like James Harden and Kawhi Leonard, and will likely come off the bench, marking a shift from his previous role as a starter with the Spurs. Need More Context? 🔎

The Los Angeles Lakers have released Trey Jemison from his Two-Way contract. Jemison, who went undrafted in 2023 after playing at UAB, averaged 2.4 points and 2.8 rebounds in 22 games with the Lakers last season, and recorded 1.0 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in five Summer League games. Need More Context? 🔎