Lakers Sign Arthur Kaluma to Two-Way Contract

The Los Angeles Lakers have signed forward Arthur Kaluma to a two-way contract, rewarding the 24-year-old for a standout performance in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The agreement, first reported on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, adds a versatile wing to the team's roster as it prepares for the upcoming season.

Kaluma, who went undrafted in 2025 after a college career that included stops at Creighton, Kansas State, and Texas, emerged as a primary scorer for the Lakers' summer squad. He averaged approximately 19 points per game while shooting over 60 percent from the field and 50 percent from three-point range across five appearances. His most notable performance was a 34-point outing in a victory over the Dallas Mavericks, during which he made six three-pointers. His play helped lead the Lakers to the Summer League semifinals.

To finalize Kaluma's signing, the Lakers must open a two-way contract slot on their roster. The team currently holds three such slots, occupied by Chris Manon, AK Okereke, and Peter Suder. Manon, who spent last season with the Lakers on a two-way deal, re-signed on July 3. Okereke signed shortly after the 2026 NBA Draft. Team observers expect Suder to be...