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Lakers Sign Arthur Kaluma to Two-Way Contract, Waive Peter Suder

The move rewards Kaluma’s Las Vegas breakout and forces the team to clear a two-way slot that reshapes short-term depth and development plans.

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An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Arthur Kaluma in a Lakers jersey during the NBA Summer League, Image 2 shows Arthur Kaluma of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball against the Golden State Warriors

Overview

  • The Lakers officially added Arthur Kaluma to a two-way contract for 2026-27 and waived guard Peter Suder to open the required two-way roster spot.
  • Kaluma earned the deal after a Las Vegas Summer League run in which he averaged about 18.6–19 points while shooting roughly 61% from the field and 50% from three.
  • Waiving Suder completed the roster change because NBA teams can carry only three two-way players and the Lakers already had Chris Mañon and AK Okereke occupying the other slots.
  • Suder is eligible to join the Coachella Valley Lakers as an affiliate player or to pursue other NBA opportunities now that his two-way contract is terminated.
  • The transaction illustrates how Summer League performance, G League returning rights and strict two-way limits push rapid front-office decisions as teams balance cheap developmental depth with a crowded offseason roster.