Bilal Coulibaly News, Rumors, Updates - Washington Wizards

Won't play Tuesday Coulibaly (wrist) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Coulibaly is slated to miss a second straight game due to a right wrist contusion and will be joined by Deni Avdija (knee), Marvin Bagley (back), Tyus Jones (back) and Landry Shamet (calf) on the sidelines. Given all the absences, Jules Bernard, Johnny Davis, Jared Butler, Patrick Baldwin and Anthony Gill should all remain in Washington's rotation for at least one more game.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Coulibaly (wrist) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Celtics, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact Coulibaly and Kyle Kuzma (shoulder) have been downgraded from questionable to out and will join Landry Shamet (calf), Deni Avdija (knee) and Marvin Bagley (back) as inactive. Given all the absences, Patrick Baldwin, Jared Butler, Eugene Omoruyi and Johnny Davis are all candidates for increased roles.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Coulibaly is questionable to play Sunday versus Boston due to a right wrist soreness.

Impact Coulibaly is amid a strong stretch of play and has not missed a game since March 1, but his status will need to be monitored in advance of Sunday's 6:00 p.m. ET tipoff. Kyle Kuzma (shoulder) is also questionable in what could be a shorthanded cast of forwards for Washington.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Strong individual outing Coulibaly racked up 15 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-8 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Saturday's 127-98 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Coulibaly notched his fifth consecutive game with double-digit points, marking his third such streak of the season. He has limped to just 32.0 percent shooting on 1.6 threes per game over that span, however, and the 19-year-old continues to lack a true scoring niche to rely on.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal Coulibaly scores 15 at Bulls

MARCH 17 • YOUTUBE

Bilal Coulibaly gettin' the alley-oop from Jordan Poole against the Chicago Bulls 😤

MARCH 17 • YOUTUBE

Solid performance Tuesday Coulibaly supplied 11 points (3-12 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 109-97 loss to Memphis.

Impact Coulibaly produced on both ends of the floor, albeit with some poor shooting thrown in. He remains a raw talent, especially on the offensive end. It makes sense for the Wizards to hand him a sizeable role down the stretch, making him worth a look in standard leagues.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Soaks up heavy minutes in return Coulibaly (pelvis) tallied seven points (2-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block across 33 minutes Monday in the Wizards' 127-115 loss to the Jazz.

Impact Coulibaly took back a starting role and drew major minutes in his return from a three-game absence due to a right pelvic contusion, but a lowly 9.6 percent usage rate coupled with poor efficiency from the field resulted in a rather muted fantasy line for the rookie. Though the 19-year-old should get all the run he can handle over the final month of the regular season, he'll likely need to ramp up his usage before warranting more attention in 12-team leagues.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in return Coulibaly will return to the starting lineup following a three-game absence due to a bruised right pelvis.

Impact Landry Shamet rejoins the second unit. Coulibaly is flanked by Deni Avdija and Marvin Bagley in the starting frontcourt Monday.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Coulibaly (pelvis) isn't listed on Washington's injury report ahead of Monday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Coulibaly returned to practice Sunday and will end his three-game absence Monday. The rookie carved out a large role in February, averaging 7.8 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 29.0 minutes over nine appearances (five starts) before suffering the pelvis injury.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ramping up Coulibaly (pelvis) was active at practice Sunday, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact The extent to which Coulibaly practiced Sunday is unspecified, but the 19-year-old appears to be on the mend from a bruised right pelvis which has cost him Washington's past three games. Monday against Utah represents his next opportunity to take the court.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Coulibaly (pelvis) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Coulibaly will miss a third straight game due to a right pelvic contusion. Landry Shamet should continue to start, while Corey Kispert sees increased playing time off the bench. Coulibaly's next chance to suit up will come Monday in Utah.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Thursday Coulibaly (pelvis) will remain on the sidelines for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Impact It'll be the second straight game on the sidelines for Coulibaly, and for now, he should be considered questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers. Corey Kispert and Landry Shamet will pick up the slack while Coulibaly is out.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Coulibaly (pelvis) will not play Tuesday against the Warriors, Chase Hughes reports.

Impact Coulibaly took a nasty fall Sunday night and is day-to-day with a pelvic contusion. Meanwhile, Deni Avdija (heel), Corey Kispert (illness) and Landry Shamet (neck) are all questionable. The Wizards could potentially be very shorthanded, so they may have to use a committee approach to soak up the available minutes.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal Coulibaly took a hard fall after trying to dunk on Max Strus 😮

FEBRUARY 26 • YOUTUBE

Won't return Sunday Coulibaly is out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Cavaliers due to a right pelvis contusion.

Impact Coulibaly take a hard fall early in the first quarter and stayed in the game momentarilly before eventually making his way to the bench. The rookie was ruled out shortly thereafter, finishing the game with three points, one rebound and one assist in five minutes. His status for Wednesday's matchup with the Warriors is now in question.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Decent output in blowout loss Coulibaly had 11 points (4-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Friday's 147-106 loss to Oklahoma City.

Impact Coulibaly has started in each of Washington's last three games, and there's a strong chance he'll stay in that role for the foreseeable future, given Washington's rebuilding process and the fact they've gone 9-47 this season. Coulibaly has shown flashes of his talent and the ability to stuff the stat sheet when given extended minutes, something that was noticeable in this loss as well. He's averaging 10.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.1 steals per game when deployed in a starting role.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Media Availability: Brian Keefe, Kyle Kuzma, and Bilal Coulibaly

FEBRUARY 23 • YOUTUBE

Starting Thursday Coulibaly will replace Jordan Poole in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Poole is getting benched and with the Wizards sitting on a record of 9-45, it's possible this could be a change that sticks to give Coulibaly some developmental minutes over the second half of the season. Coulibaly offers decent upside with the defensive stats, so he's worth a speculative add in most leagues. Joining him in the first unit for Thursday's game will be Deni Avdija, Tyus Jones, Kyle Kuzma and Marvin Bagley.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Perspective | Bilal Coulibaly wants to prove he belongs, but he's clearly different The Wizards rookie was eager to soak up everything he could at his first All-Star Weekend.

FEBRUARY 17 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Nabs another start Coulibaly will start Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Coulibaly steps into the place of Kyle Kuzma, who's sidelined due to illness. In four starts this season, Coulibaly is averaging 12.3 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.0 combined steals/blocks.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal Coulibaly x 2024 Rising Stars Selection Recognition 🌟

FEBRUARY 11 • YOUTUBE

Back to second unit Coulibaly will move back to the bench for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Marvin Bagley (back) is returning from his injury and will jump back into the starting five. Despite the move to the bench, Coulibaly figures to play a key role the rest of the season. He had a terrific showing Friday against the Celtics, scoring 21 points (6-18 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT) with eight rebounds, three assists and two steals over 33 minutes.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Scores season-high 21 points Coulibaly totaled 21 points (6-18 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and two steals over 33 minutes during Friday's 133-129 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Coulibaly jumped to the starting unit following the departure of Daniel Gafford via trade to the Mavericks and the unavailability of both Marvin Bagley (back) and Richaun Holmes (trade). The rookie made the most of the opportunity, and he responded by posting a season-high scoring mark. In four starts, Coulibaly is averaging 12.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 blocks per game, and it wouldn't be surprising if he stays in that role when the Wizards take on the 76ers on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Bilal Coulibaly scores career-high 21 points at Celtics

FEBRUARY 10 • YOUTUBE

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