DJI BAILEY NEWS

Conservative approach early Bailey totaled 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 77-68 win over Charleston Southern.

Impact Bailey has been steady for the Tigers, but he hasn't been all that assertive - he's only taken more than six shots in a game once this season, when he took seven in the opener. That's capped his ceiling somewhat, but the guard is actually shooting 68 percent from the field. Don't be surprised if LSU asks him to take matters into his own hands more, especially if the Tigers start to struggle.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available before regular season Bailey (toe) logged 10 points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four assists, three rebounds and two steals across 26 minutes during Louisiana State's exhibition game Tuesday against Loyo...

Impact Bailey participating in Louisiana State's first and only 2024 exhibition means he is ready for the regular season. LSU's 2024-25 season is expected to be his first and last, as he is a redshirt senior who spent all his undergraduate years at Richmond. Bailey will look to capitalize off a senior season that saw him average 10.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.7 steals across 33 games. Now, the question is what his exact role will be, especially knowing he was not LSU's only transfer acquisition. The exhibition game may not be an adequate indication either, considering mainstays Tyrell Ward and Derek Fountain were out then with undisclosed injuries.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Described as questionable Bailey (toe) is described as questionable but should be ready to roll soon, Matthew Brune of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Bailey transferred to LSU after spending four seasons with Richmond. His senior year at Richmond was his finest, as the guard averaged 10.2 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.1 steals. He's currently dealing with a toe ailment, but it doesn't sound as if LSU's staff believes this injury will carry over into the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

LSU adds transfer guard Dji Bailey to 2024-25 roster Bailey averaged 10.2 points per game, 1.7 steals during breakout senior season and will have one more year of eligibility.

MAY 1 • 247SPORTS.COM

Richmond plays UMass after Bailey's 22-point showing

Richmond faces the UMass Minutemen after Dji Bailey scored 22 points in Richmond's 82-65 win over the La Salle Explorers

FEBRUARY 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bailey's 22 help Richmond defeat La Salle 82-65

Led by Dji Bailey's 22 points, the Richmond Spiders defeated the La Salle Explorers 82-65 on Saturday

FEBRUARY 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dji Bailey makes a go-ahead layup with 13.8 seconds remaining to help Richmond beat Duquesne 63-61

Neal Quinn scored 16 points to lead the Richmond Spiders and Dji Bailey secured the victory with a layup with 13 seconds left as the Spiders took down the Duquesne Dukes 63-61 on T...

JANUARY 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting Saturday Bailey is listed amongst Richmond's starters ahead of Saturday's matchup with Florida.

Impact Bailey will make his first start of the season as the Spiders travel to Florida to square off against the Gators. The 6-foot-5 senior has averaged 8.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.4 steals this season, providing valuable minutes off the bench.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting against St. Joseph's Bailey is out for Wednesday's game versus St. Joseph's due to a bruised knee he suffered earlier this week in practice, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact Bailey will be replaced by Jason Nelson in the starting five Wednesday. The junior guard's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with George Mason.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Bailey is listed in Richmond's starting lineup ahead of Wednesday's matchup with St. Bonaventure.

Impact Bailey is set to make his first start of the season against St. Bonaventure on Wednesday. The 6-foot-5 junior has appeared in 13 games this season, logging 2.3 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists on 11.6 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays six minutes Bailey (hand) logged zero points (0-1 FG) and one rebound across six minutes during Richmond's 64-57 win Tuesday versus Rhode Island.

Impact Bailey sat out eight games Richmond logged in between Dec. 16 and Jan. 15. Now that the junior can play, he is expected to continue being a backup. Bailey averaged 12.8 minutes across his last 10 games of 2022.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP at St. Bonaventure Bailey (hand) did not play during the Spiders' 71-63 loss Saturday at St. Bonaventure.

Impact Contrary to a previous report, Bailey did not return during the Spiders' latest game. They host Rhode Island on Tuesday. But if the injured junior is used that day, he will have returned before dates of his initial timetable.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making return Saturday Bailey (hand) will return to action Saturday versus St. Bonaventure, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact Bailey was handed a 5-to-7 week timetable when he suffered a hand injury in mid-December, but it appears he's beaten that and will make it back in action Saturday. Bailey may be limited slightly injury, but the fact that the issue is related to the hand likely means conditioning shouldn't be a major concern.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First action since Jan. 5 Bailey closed with one steal over seven minutes during Tuesday's 55-53 loss to Dayton.

Impact Bailey got his first action in a game since Jan. 5. He is only averaging 8.1 minutes per game this season and shouldn't be a big factor down the stretch.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to sit again Friday Bailey (ankle) is in line to sit again Friday against St. Bonaventure, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact Bailey's absence shouldn't mean much from a fantasy standpoint given his minimal role, but the Spiders will be down a bit of depth again Friday. His next opportunity to return comes Monday against George Mason.

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Tuesday Bailey (ankle) remains out for Tuesday's game against Duquesne, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact Bailey will skip out on his sixth straight game while working his way back from an ankle issue and has no clear return date at this point. Even when he's cleared to return, Bailey will likely see just limited action.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against VCU Bailey (ankle) will not play Saturday against Virginia Commonwealth, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Bailey remains out for Saturday's cross-city showdown against VCU. He has now missed five consecutive games with Saturday's absence. The Spiders have gone with Jacob Gilyard at point guard and a Nick Sherod-Andre Gustavson combo at shooting guard while Bailey has been sidelined.

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for fourth straight game Bailey (ankle) will not be available for Tuesday's game against Rhode Island, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact Bailey will miss his fourth straight game due to this ankle injury. The team will hope to have him back on Saturday against VCU.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Bailey (ankle) will miss Saturday's game against La Salle, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Bailey was listed as doubtful entering the day but can now be ruled out for his third consecutive game. Even when hes' cleared for a return to action, Bailey doesn't hold much upside from a fantasy standpoint, averaging just 2.1 points over 8.2 minutes per game.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to go Saturday Bailey (ankle) is not expected to play in Saturday's game against La Salle, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact Bailey is looking at missing his third straight game after rolling an ankle in practice. His next chances to suit up would be Tuesday against Rhode Island.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Tuesday Bailey (ankle) won't play Tuesday against Fordham, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact Bailey will be sidelined for the second consecutive game after rolling an ankle during practice last week. His next chance to take the court will come Saturday at La Salle.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Bailey (ankle) will not play Friday against Davidson, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact After rolling his ankle in practice, Bailey is set to miss his first game of the season Friday. The sophomore guard is averaging 2.1 points in 8.2 minutes off the bench this season. His next chance to return is next Saturday against La Salle.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies two points in return Bailey had two points (1-1 FG) in two minutes of action during Friday's 83-74 win over N.C. State.

Impact Bailey missed action last weekend due to an ankle injury but was able to return after just a one-game absence. The 6-5 sophomore has played sparingly off the bench for the Spiders this season, averaging 2.4 points in eight minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Friday Bailey (ankle) will be available for Friday's game against N.C. State, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact Bailey did not play in last Saturday's game due to a left ankle injury. He should continue his normal role coming off the bench and playing good defense on the wing.

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Bailey will miss Saturday's game against Toledo due to a left ankle injury, John O'Connor of the Richmond Times-Dispatch reports.

Impact Bailey typically sees consistent work off the bench for the Spiders but will leave the rotation down a member Saturday. Andre Gustavson could absorb the majority of Bailey's voided minutes in his season debut.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE