Mahamadou Diawara - Set for expanded role Diawara will likely have to take on a significantly expanded role for Oregon in the coming weeks, as both N'Faly Dante (hamstring) and Nate Bittle (wrist) are facing extended absen... Impact Diawara had already taken on a bit of an expanded role over the last two games with both aforementioned centers sidelined. He logged eight points and five boards across 16 minutes last Friday against Tennessee State before playing a season-high 20 minutes Monday against Florida A&M. He didn't take a single shot in that game despite the extended run, and even though he was still good for six boards and three blocks, the offensive output suggests he'll be an inconsistent fantasy option despite the major opportunity on the horizon. Diawara at least brings a tremendous amount of experience to the table, as he appeared in 117 career games through four seasons at Stetson before making the move to Oregon for his fifth and final year. What's most concerning is that Diawara is essentially the last true center left on the roster, so should he experience foul trouble at any point, the Ducks will be forced to move to a small-ball lineup with freshman Kwame Evans playing the five.
NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
