Rising Star Quincy Olivari Seals NBA Dream with Lakers Contract

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Quincy Olivari: From the NCAA to the NBA

Xavier’s former bodyguard, Quincy Olivari, has seen his dreams come true. After an impressive performance in the preseason for the Lakers, Olivari has been granted his desire to get an NBA contract. The newcomer to this team was given a two-way contract by the Los Angeles Lakers, an announcement that was eagerly awaited by the fans of this team and the media.

Rising to the Event: Olivari’s Impressive Season Performance

Olivari, 23, held his own in the preseason and guided the Lakers to their first win of the JJ Redick era. The young guard showed off his scoring ability with an 11-point rally in the fourth quarter, leading to a thrilling upset against the Milwaukee Bucks. His performance continued to impress when the Lakers rested their main roster in a game against the Golden State Warriors. Olivari stepped up, leading the team with 22 points on 8-of-16 shooting, including 5-of-9 from the 3-point line.

The Lakers’ Restructuring: New Opportunities and a Hopeful Return

To make room for Olivari, the Lakers decided to waive second-year center Colin Castleton. Despite this departure, there is a sense of anticipation within the Lakers organization regarding Christian Koloko’s status. Insiders report that the NBA’s “eligibility to play” panel is expected to make a decision on Koloko’s return soon.

In an effort to bolster their big man depth behind Anthony Davis, the Lakers signed the 7-foot-1 Koloko to a two-way contract during the offseason. Koloko, the 33rd overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft by the Toronto Raptors, is currently awaiting clearance from the NBA team to return to basketball after missing all of last season due to a blood clot.

With the addition of Olivari and the possible return of Koloko, the Lakers look set to make a significant impact in the upcoming NBA season. Fans of the team and the wider basketball community eagerly await the unveiling of this new chapter.

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