Chomche signs two-way contract with Raptors

TORONTO — Center Ulrich Chomche has signed a two-way contract with the Toronto Raptors.

Chomche was selected 57th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in last month’s NBA draft.

According to media reports, the pick was actually traded to Toronto before Minnesota selected Chomche.

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The Raptors confirmed on Saturday that the deal had been completed, and in return the Raptors will receive cash.

Financial terms of Comche’s deal were not disclosed, per team policy.

The 6-foot-10, 232-pound Chomche appeared in 26 games for NBA Africa Academy during the 2023-24 season, averaging 8.5 points, 8.5 rebounds and 24.3 minutes per game.

He had spent the previous two years playing in the African Basketball League.

Born on December 30, 2005, Chomche is the youngest player in the 2024 NBA Draft.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published on July 10, 2024.