Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Likely out for remainder of season
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The Wizards announced Thursday that Coulibaly will be out approximately 4-6 weeks with a right hamstring injury, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
Coulibaly had already been ruled out Thursday due to a right hip contusion but will now miss an extended period due to a hamstring injury. Considering the Wizards are already mathematically eliminated from playoff contention and Coulibaly's return timetable, it seems unlikely he will suit up again this season. In his absence, Bub Carrington, Justin Champagnie, Marcus Smart and Corey Kispert are candidates to receive increased playing time.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Won't return Monday
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Coulibaly won't return during Monday's game against Toronto due to right hamstring tightness.
Coulibaly exited to the locker room in the first quarter after being fouled on a dunk, and he'll finish the game with four points (1-1 FG, 2-3 FT), two rebounds and one assist across eight minutes. Justin Champagnie and Corey Kispert will likely see an uptick in playing time the rest of the way due to Coulibaly being sidelined.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Scores 17 points in win
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Coulibaly amassed 17 points (6-18 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one block across 34 minutes during Saturday's 113-100 win over the Hornets.
Coulibaly embraced a bigger role on offense due to the absence of Jordan Poole (elbow), and while he had a strong fantasy line, he could've had an even bigger impact had he shot the ball more accurately. Coulibaly has scored in double digits in his last four games and should remain one of the Wizards' go-to options on offense as long as he stays healthy. In five games since the All-Star break, Coulibaly is averaging 14.2 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game while shooting 45.8 percent from the floor and 26.1 percent from deep.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Working through knee injury
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Coulibaly is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Magic due to a right knee contusion.
Coulibaly may have picked up the injury during the Wizards' 104-101 loss to the Bucks on Friday. Bub Carrington and Corey Kispert would be in line for increased roles and playing time if Coulibaly is not cleared to play Sunday. Coulibaly has averaged 13.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.4 steals over 35.6 minutes per game in February.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Inefficient 17 points in loss
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Coulibaly posted 17 points (6-20 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, one block and one steal in 35 minutes during Saturday's 125-111 loss to Atlanta.
Coulibaly's shooting efficiency has been mostly inconsistent this season, but he's now hit double-digit scoring figures in 10 of his last 12 outings. The second-year forward has averaged 14.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.2 threes during that stretch. Coulibaly's workload and defensive contributions have also remained steady, with averages of 1.4 steals, 0.8 blocks and 33.1 minutes.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Posts first triple-double of career
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Coulibaly registered 11 points (5-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds, 11 assists, one block and two steals across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 119-102 victory over the Nets.
Coulibaly had an impressive showing on both ends of the court and delivered the first triple-double of his young career, making his presence felt and playing a huge role in a game where Jordan Poole had another subpar shooting display. Coulibaly has been very productive of late and is averaging a solid line of 13.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.3 steals per game over his last 10 appearances.
Coulibaly registered 26 points (9-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, three assists and two steals over 37 minutes during Monday's 124-114 win over Charlotte.
Coulibaly's scoring total was one point shy from matching his season high, and Monday was the first time since Dec. 26 that he scored at least 20 points. It was a welcome turn of events for the second-year forward from France, as he had been shooting just 39.8 percent from the field (including 18.4 percent from three) over his last 10 outings. Coulibaly will look to keep the hot hand going against the Nets on Wednesday.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Strong defensive showing in win
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Coulibaly racked up 14 points (4-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, five assists, two blocks and two steals across 37 minutes during Saturday's 105-103 win over the Timberwolves.
The second-year wing is still struggling to be a consistent offensive threat, but Coulibaly is making his mark at the other end of the court. He's recorded multiple steals and blocks in the same game three times in his last 12 outings, averaging 11.8 points, 3.9 boards, 2.8 assists, 1.2 steals, 0.8 blocks and 0.8 threes over that stretch. However, his 40.0 percent shooting from the floor and 21.3 percent mark from beyond the arc highlight the areas the seventh overall pick in the 2023 Draft still needs to work on.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Fills stat sheet in loss Monday
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Coulibaly finished Monday's 130-108 loss to the Mavericks with 16 points (6-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, five assists, two blocks and two steals over 29 minutes.
Coulibaly hasn't reached the 20-point mark since his 20-point game against the Hornets on Dec. 26, but he remains a reliable fantasy asset for the struggling Wizards. Aside from scoring in double digits in eight of his previous nine contests, he's also done a good job filling out the stat sheet in that stretch, giving him solid value across all formats. He's averaging 12.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks per game over that nine-game span.
Coulibaly closed with 17 points (7-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 111-88 loss to the Lakers.
The Wizards looked overmatched in this win, but Coulibaly delivered a solid showing across the board and filled the stat sheet. That's becoming customary for the second-year forward, who has improved by leaps and bounds this season compared to his rookie campaign. He's averaging 11.7 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.0 steals per game over his last six outings.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Modest results in loss
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Coulibaly totaled 13 points (4-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal over 36 minutes during Thursday's 130-123 loss to the Suns.
Coulibaly has been as streaky as any player in the NBA this season, but he's now strung together three straight performances in double-digit scoring figures after shooting a paltry 28.9 percent from the field over his prior five outings. The second-year wing has also recorded at least one steal or a block in eight of his last nine outings to help offset his shooting woes, but it's becoming clear the 2023 No. 7 overall pick remains a work in progress with the rebuilding Wizards. Coulibaly remains a solid source of defensive stats with the capability to contribute across the board, but fantasy managers will likely have to deal with some shaky nights offensively.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Returning to action Tuesday
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Coulibaly (illness) will play in Tuesday's game against Houston, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
Coulibaly missed the last two contests due to his illness, but he has been cleared to play and will be back in action Tuesday. He is averaging 12.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.4 steals and 0.8 blocks across 33.8 minutes this season.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Questionable to face Houston
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Coulibaly (illness) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Rockets.
Coulibaly is considered day-to-day due to a non-COVID illness, which has prevented him from playing in the Wizards' last two games. Kyshawn George and Corey Kispert have directly benefited from Coulibaly's absence in terms of playing time and increased usage on offense, though Johnny Davis and Anthony Gill could see some minutes off the bench if Coulibaly doesn't play Tuesday.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Won't play against NOLA
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Coulibaly (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
Coulibaly will miss his second straight game due to a non-COVID illness. He's considered day-to-day, and his next opportunity to play will be Tuesday against the Rockets. Kyshawn George and Corey Kispert should see an uptick in playing time off the Wizards' bench due to Coulibaly's absence.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Listed as questionable
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Coulibaly (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Coulibaly was unable to play Friday against the Pelicans after leaving Wednesday's game versus the Bulls in the first quarter. He's day-to-day, however, and the Wizards may see how he feels Sunday morning before a decision is made on his status. Jordan Poole (hip) is also questionable Sunday.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Won't return Wednesday
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Coulibaly has been ruled out for the rest of Wednesday's game against the Bulls due to a non-COVID-related illness, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
Coulibaly checked out of the game with 3:26 remaining in the first quarter and went to the locker room, with Washington ruling him out shortly thereafter. He'll end the contest with zero points (0-1 FG), two assists, one rebound and one steal over nine minutes. Corey Kispert and Kyshawn George could see additional playing time for the rest of Wednesday's game due to Coulibaly's absence.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Stuffs stat sheet Saturday
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Coulibaly supplied 18 points (8-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, six assists, one block and two steals in 37 minutes during Saturday's 136-132 overtime loss to the Knicks.
Coulibaly filled the stat sheet Saturday. The second-year Frenchman recorded at least two tallies in five of the six major categories, and he didn't shy from the bigger offensive responsibility he had to carry due to the absence of Jordan Poole (hip). Coulibaly endured a rough patch between late November and early December, but he's been turning things around of late. He has 17 or more points in six of his last seven contests.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Posts solid line in loss
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Coulibaly contributed 17 points (6-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Sunday's 140-112 loss to the Grizzlies.
Coulibaly posted a gem of a fantasy line Sunday -- his first double-digit scoring outing since Nov. 24. Coulibaly began the season hot, averaging 16.3 points on 57.3 percent shooting through his first nine games. Since, he's averaged 8.4 points on 30.8 percent shooting. The truth probably lays somewhere in between. At the very least, he's been a fairly stable source of rebounds (5.4), assists (3.1) and steals (1.7) all season. The sophomore is also shooting a career-high 78.3 percent from the charity stripe.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Good to go against Boston
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Coulibaly (head) isn't on the injury report for Friday's game versus the Celtics.
Coulibaly will return to action Friday after missing Washington's previous outing with a head injury. The second-year forward is averaging 14.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.4 steals in 34.9 minutes across his last 10 appearances.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Returns to practice
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Coulibaly (head) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network reports.
Coulibaly missed Washington's previous contest due to a head injury. However, the 20-year-old forward's full participation in practice is a good sign of his availability for Friday's matchup with Boston.
