The Lakers have signed Drew Timme to a two-way contract

The Lakers have officially confirmed a significant roster move by signing Drew Timme to a two-way contract, a development first reported by league insider Shams Charania of ESPN. This opportunity arises after Timme delivered a stellar season in the G League with the South Bay Lakers, where he averaged impressive numbers of 25.5 points and 7.5 rebounds per contest.

To create the necessary roster spot for this acquisition, the organization simultaneously waived center Christian Koloko. In other significant team updates, the franchise announced that Deandre Ayton will have missed Tuesday night’s game due to a knee contusion. This injury leaves a notable void in the frontcourt rotation.

While Timme possesses a different playing style compared to Ayton, his addition to the squad could provide essential depth to help balance the roster during this period of absence, ensuring the team remains competitive despite the sudden gap in their interior lineup.