Raptors sign forward Christian Koloko, the 33rd pick in the 2022 NBA Draft

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The Toronto Raptors have signed Christian Koloko, their only selection in the 2022 NBA Draft.

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The Raptors announced on Friday that the 22-year-old Cameroon forward, 33rd pick in the June draft, has signed a multi-year contract with the club. Terms were not disclosed.

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The seven-foot-one Koloko grew up in Douala, the same hometown of Raptors teammate Pascal Siakam, and completed high school in California.

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He played three seasons at the University of Arizona, where he averaged 7.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.8 blocks and 17.9 minutes in 91 career games (56 starts) with the Wildcats.

Koloko suited up for the Raptors in Summer League, averaging 7.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 2.2 blocks in five games.

The Raptors open training camp Sept. 27. They kick off the regular season on October 19 against the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers.