The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly view new two-way player Chris Manon out of Vanderbilt as a high-IQ player and an excellent defender.

Former Vanderbilt wing Chris Mañon has been signed to a two-way contract by the Los Angeles Lakers, per a tweet from ESPN's Shams Charania. Mañon played in the

Former Vanderbilt men's basketball player Chris Mañon will be signing a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Mañon played for the Golden State Warriors during the NBA Summer League.

That means not only the additions of Smart and Ayton, but also, finally, getting healthy seasons from Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaxson Hayes, plus improvement from the likes of Bronny James and, of course, more familiarity with Luka Doncic.

On Monday, the Lakers decided to sign center Christian Koloko and wing Chris Manon to two-way contracts. Koloko was with them during summer league play, while Manon suited up for the Golden State Warriors.

Koloko was a restricted free agent, while Manon played for the Warriors in Summer League after going undrafted.

Now that NBA 2K26 Summer League has concluded in Las Vegas, there are several standout players who undoubtedly showed they have earned another shot.

The Los Angeles Lakers announced the signing of Vanderbilt wing Chris Manon to a two-way contract. Manon was a defensive ace throughout his collegiate career, averaging two steals per game in four college seasons,