KEITA BATES-DIOP NEWS

Back in starting lineup Monday Bates-Diop is starting Monday's contest against the Cavaliers, Spencer Davies of BasketballNews.com.

Impact After coming off the bench for the Spurs' previous outing, Bates-Diop is officially making his 22nd start of the season Monday. The Ohio State product is averaging 11.4 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists across 28.0 minutes per game during his outings as a starter this year.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Saturday Bates-Diop will come off the bench Saturday against the Hawks, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact With the Spurs getting back Jeremy Sochan and Keldon Johnson from injuries, Bates-Diop will head back to a reserve role. When coming off the bench this season, he's averaged 4.7 points and 1.8 rebounds in 11.9 minutes.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up solid line Bates-Diop notched 13 points (6-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and two steals in 26 minutes during Friday's 137-125 loss to the 76ers.

Impact The Spurs have a number of injuries, which has allowed Bates-Diop to have an extended role. He's gaining some steam in deeper fantasy leagues as a result, averaging 10.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.0 triples in his last six games.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong effort on boards Bates-Diop provided nine points (3-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals over 34 minutes during Monday's 127-106 loss to Washington.

Impact Bates-Diop hit only 21.4 percent of his tries from the field in this one, but he made up for it by crashing the glass for his best rebounding performance since Nov. 14. He also secured a season-high two blocks after totaling one block over his last seven contests heading into Monday's matchup.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clippers extend win streak to 4 with 138-100 rout of Spurs

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JANUARY 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Provides offensive spark for Spurs Bates-Diop amassed 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals across 25 minutes during Wednesday's 113-104 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Bates-Diop's final numbers were a little surprising because he seemed to be always active in the loss, making plays everywhere on the court. The decision to start Bates-Diop with Romeo Langford (hip) out was a wise one, and it went so well that Langford will be looking over his shoulder upon his return. The Ohio State product's dynamic play will almost assuredly earn him more playing time.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Lakers Bates-Diop will enter the first unit for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Bates-Diop will reap the benefits of Romeo Langford's (hip) absence, taking his spot in the starting lineup. In 12 games as a starter, Bates-Diop has averaged 11.8 points and 4.3 rebounds over 26.6 minutes.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from starting lineup Updating a previous report, Bates-Dip isn't in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Bates-Diop was originally reported to be starting Wednesday but will ultimately be replaced by Jeremy Sochan. The 26-year-old forward is averaging 3.8 points and 1.2 rebounds in 11.2 minutes across his last five appearances.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Bates-Diop will start Wednesday's game against Memphis.

Impact Bates-Diop has seen two straight starts with Keldon Johnson (hamstring) absent and was expected to return to the bench Wednesday with Johnson active. However, Bates-Diop will remain in the starting unit in place of Jeremy Sochan. Considering Sochan was not on the team's injury report, Bates-Diop could still see a lessened role despite being tabbed as a starter.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play against Memphis Bates-Diop (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Bates-Diop has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday with a right ankle sprain. However, he will likely move to the bench against Memphis, with Keldon Johnson returning from his hamstring injury.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday Bates-Diop is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies due a right ankle sprain, Ty Jager of PoundingTheRock.com reports.

Impact It is unclear when Bates-Diop suffered his injury, but it isn't serious enough to rule him out immediately. If the 26-year-old big man is ultimately ruled out, his next chance to suit up will be Friday's matchup with Golden State. Bates-Diop will likely move to the bench even if he can play against Memphis.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Offers little despite spot start Bates-Diop amassed four points (2-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds, one block and one steal across 22 minutes during Saturday's 121-116 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Bates-Diop shifted into the starting lineup Saturday, replacing the injured Keldon Johnson (hamstring). While he was able to rack up two combined steals and blocks, it was an otherwise empty night. The Spurs are certainly pushing hard for a high lottery pick, meaning their rotations are going to be unpredictable moving forward. Bates-Diop is often a beneficiary when others are out, but given his lack of production, he should not be at the top of the list when it comes to potential streaming candidates.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Bates-Diop is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game versus the Celtics, Sean Grande of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Bates-Diop and Zach Collins will start in the frontcourt with Keldon Johnson (hamstring) and Jacob Poeltl (Achilles) out. The 26-year-old big man is averaging 12.7 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 28.2 minutes across his 10 starts this season.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially available Friday Bates-Diop (illness) is good to go Friday against the Pistons, Ty Jager of PoundingTheRock.com reports.

Impact Bates-Diop was listed as probable on the initial injury report, so it seemed likely he was in line to make his return. Bates-Diop will presumably see some run off the bench. The forward is averaging just 7.5 points and 2.9 rebounds over 17.8 minutes per game, leaving him off the fantasy radar.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Friday Bates-Diop (illness) is probable for Friday's game against Detroit, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.

Impact Bates-Diop has missed three straight contests with a non-COVID illness but is slated to suit up Friday. However, he has not received more than 10 minutes in any of his last three appearances, so fantasy managers should proceed with caution.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss third straight Bates-Diop (illness) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Knicks.

Impact Bates-Diop will miss a third straight game due to an illness. His next chance to suit up will arrive Friday against the Pistons.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday Bates-Diop (illness) will not take the floor Monday against the Nets, independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan reports.

Impact Bates-Diop looks set for his second consecutive absence while battling an illness. His next opportunity to take the floor arrives Wednesday against the Nets, but he hasn't played a ton of minutes in his recent appearances for various reasons.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Bates-Diop has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Dallas due to a non-COVID illness.

Impact Bates-Diop wasn't on San Antonio's initial injury report, but he'll be unable to suit up Saturday due to his illness. Stanley Johnson could see an uptick in playing time against the Mavericks, while Bates-Diop's next chance to suit up will be Monday against Brooklyn.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in bench role Bates-Diop will come off the bench Thursday against New Orleans, Andrew Lopez of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Bates-Diop returned to the starting five Monday against the Rockets, but he'll shift to a bench role for Thursday's clash. He finished with 10 points, four rebounds, four assists and one steal in his last game off the bench Saturday against Miami.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets chance with first unit Bates-Diop is starting Monday's game against the Rockets, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Bates-Diop will draw a start at power forward in favor of Jeremy Sochan. The Ohio State product finished with 13 points, four rebounds and two steals in his last start Wednesday against the Blazers.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joining second unit Bates-Diop will come off the bench for Saturday's game against Miami.

Impact Bates-Diop received the starting nod in their last contest with Jeremy Sochan limited after returning from injury. With Sochan entering the starting lineup, Bates-Diop will go back to his bench role but may see more run considering Sochan was only able to play 21 minutes last time out.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient performance despite loss Bates-Diop amassed 13 points (5-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), four rebounds and two steals across 24 minutes during Wednesday's 128-112 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Bates-Diop has scored in double digits in each of his last four contests, and all of them have been appearances as a starter. However, he has shifted between a starting role and a bench role throughout the season. His efficiency has been through the roof as well, as he's made 62.1 percent of his shots during that four-game stretch.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lillard leads Blazers past Spurs 128-112 for 3rd straight

Damian Lillard had 37 points and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the San Antonio Spurs 128-112 for their third straight win

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to starting five Bates-Diop is in the starting lineup Wednesday against Portland.

Impact The forward will resume his starting role after missing the past three games with a foot injury. Bates-Diop is averaging 7.9 points and 3.0 rebounds per game this year.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Bates-Diop (foot) is available for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Bates-Diop missed the last three games due to a foot injury, but he'll be back in action against Portland. Over his last three appearances, he's averaged 11.0 points and 3.3 rebounds in 31.0 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE