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Sees limited minutes Diabate (ribs) chipped in zero points (0-1 FG) and one rebound across three minutes during Thursday's 53-46 win over Fresno State.

Impact Diabate had suffered a ribs injury five days ago, but it didn't stop him from warming up and ultimately logging limited action. He appears clear to return to his post depth role, with the Aztecs set to take on Colorado State on Friday.

MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Warming up Thursday Diabate (ribs) is warming up ahead of Thursday's game against Fresno State, Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Diabate suffered a rib injury in Saturday's win over Nevada, but it sounds like he could be on track to return for Thursday's Mountain West Tournament quarterfinal matchup with Fresno State. If he does end up playing, however, he isn't likely to have a significant role in the rotation.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Diabete (ribs) is a game-time decision for Thursday's game against Fresno State, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Diabete missed the second half of Saturday's game against Nevada with a rib injury, and it could cost him at least one more game. Diabete's absence wouldn't be one of the more significant ones for San Diego State, as he's only averaged 2.2 points in 8.4 minutes per game this season.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injures rib Saturday San Diego State head coach Brian Dutcher said after Saturday's 79-78 win over Nevada that Diabate wasn't available for the second half of the contest due to a rib injury, Jon Schae...

Impact Dutcher seemed to downplay Diabate's injury when he spoke to the media, noting that he's hopeful the senior forward will be ready to go for the start of the Mountain West Conference Tournament during the upcoming week. Before departing Saturday, Diabate recorded two rebounds and one turnover in five minutes.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tahirou Diabate learns the language of Aztecs basketball Portland transfer from Mali shaking off the rust after not playing last season

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Returning to action Saturday Diabate (personal) will return to the floor Saturday against Air Force, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Diabate is back in the fold after missing Wednesday's game with a personal issue. The senior averages 2.1 points and 2.8 rebounds over 8.6 minutes per game against Mountain West competition.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Diabate won't play in Wednesday's game against San Jose State due to a personal issue, Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact Diabate is tending to a family issue and therefore won't be able to play. It's unclear at the moment if the senior will be able to return in time for the team's next matchup Saturday against Air Force.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to lineup Wednesday Diabate (undisclosed) managed two points (1-1 FG), one rebound and one block during Wednesday's win over UC San Diego.

Impact The senior returned to action after missing the past three contests with an undisclosed issue. After Monday's brief outing, Diabate is averaging 2.1 points and 2.0 rebounds across seven outings.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Friday Diabate (undisclosed) didn't appear in Friday's 63-53 win over St. Mary's.

Impact Diabate has now missed the last three games, although the reason for his absence hasn't yet been revealed. His next chance to suit up will be Wednesday against UC San Diego.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Diabate (undisclosed) will remain sidelined for Wednesday's game against Cal State-Fullerton, Jon Schaeffer of XTRA 1360 reports.

Impact Diabate is set for his second consecutive absence because of the medical issue and hasn't been given an official timetable for when he could rejoin the action. Fortunately, he'll have some added time ahead before the Aztecs retake the floor Dec. 17 versus St. Mary's.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Saturday Diabate is unavailable for Saturday's game against Michigan due to "medical concerns," Mark Zeigler of the San Diego Union-Tribune reports.

Impact While the exact nature of Diabate's absence isn't clear, he'll be unable to suit up against the Wolverines. Aguek Arop could see a slight increase in playing time off the bench.

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Opts out of 2020-21 season Diabate has opted out of the 2020-21 season due to COVID-19, Paul Danzer of the Portland Tribune reports.

Impact This is a tough blow for a Portland team already projected to finish near the bottom of the WCC standings, as Diabate started all 31 games for the team in 2019-20, producing 9.6 points and 5.1 rebounds. In his stead, the Pilots have looked to senior Mike Henn and freshman Hayden Curtiss to hold down reps at the center position.

NOVEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Diabate scores 18 to carry Portland past Maine 71-62

Tahirou Diabate posts 18 points as Portland beats Maine, 71-62

NOVEMBER 17, 2019