Impact Dieng had a productive shooting game, hitting 60% of his field goal attempts. However, he did struggle with ball control, as he turned it over five times during the game.
JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE
OUSMANE DIENG #13 - SMALL FORWARD - OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER
3.5 PPG •
2.6 RPG •
0.8 APG
3.5 PPG
2.6 RPG
0.8 APG
Posts 20 points in win Dieng logged 20 points (9-15 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 0-2 FT), nine rebounds and five assists in 33 minutes during Oklahoma City's 111-103 win over Stockton on Saturday.
Recalled Tuesday Oklahoma City recalled Dieng from the G League Oklahoma City Blue on Tuesday.
Impact Dieng is set to rejoin the roster in advance of Wednesday's game against Denver. His last NBA action came over a four-game span ending Jan 16, which yielded 3.5 points and 3.0 rebounds in 12.0 minutes per contest.
JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE
Ousmane Dieng assigned to G League's OKC Blue Ousmane Dieng assigned to G League’s OKC Blue.
JANUARY 19 • USATODAY.COM
Won't play Thursday Dieng (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Jazz.
Impact Dieng was one of four OKC players to be deemed questionable due to an illness ahead of Thursday's contest, and in the end, he ended up being ruled out. However, his absence is not going to affect many fantasy decisions. Dieng's next chance to play will come against the Timberwolves on Saturday.
JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Comes down with illness Dieng is listed as questionable for Thursday's game versus the Jazz due to a non-COVID illness.
Impact Dieng is one of four OKC players to be deemed questionable due to an illness ahead of Thursday's contest. However, Dieng's potential absence shouldn't affect the Thunder's rotation.
JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE
Thunder Sticking to Ousmane Dieng's Development Plan Oklahoma City is still carving out minutes for the second year lottery pick.
JANUARY 17 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Returns to NBA The Thunder recalled Dieng from the G League's Oklahoma City Blue on Thursday.
Impact Dieng has bounced back and forth between the NBA and G League this season. The 19-year-old forward is averaging 4.6 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 11.8 minutes across his 19 appearances for the Thunder.
JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE
Struggles in G-League loss Dieng logged 10 points (4-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals in 29 minutes during Oklahoma City's 114-135 loss to Osceola on Friday.
Impact Dieng struggled offensively as he connected on only four of his 12 shots, failing to make much of an impact. Additionally, he had issues with ball control, turning it over six times during the contest.
DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nearly perfect off bench in win Dieng finished Monday's 134-120 win over the Jazz with 18 points (6-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds and three assists across 26 minutes.
Impact Dieng had seen limited minutes in his previous appearances with the Thunder, but he had his best performance of the season here, eclipsing both the 20-minute mark and the 15-point plateau for the first time in the campaign. Given he missed just one shot from the field, there's a chance the Thunder might have rode with him simply because he had a hot hand. This performance shouldn't be a sign of his potential upside going forward.
DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to NBA The Thunder recalled Dieng from the Oklahoma City Blue of the G League on Friday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Impact Dieng will be available for Friday's game versus the Warriors. The 20-year-old forward is averaging 3.0 points and 1.8 rebounds in 10.2 minutes across his previous 12 NBA appearances this season.
DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Headed to G League The Thunder assigned Dieng to the Oklahoma City Blue of the G League on Thursday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Impact Dieng is averaging 3.0 points and 1.8 rebounds in 10.2 minutes across his first 12 NBA appearances this season. While Dieng will likely be recalled from the G League at some point, he should receive increased playing time with the Blue.
NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ousmane Dieng Ready to Contribute After G League Stint The Thunder need its 2022 lottery pick to step up and play meaningful minutes after a solid stretch in the G League.
NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Called up Tuesday Dieng was promoted to Oklahoma City's main roster Tuesday, Andre Schlecht of The Athletic reports.
Impact Dieng will join the Thunder's roster for Wednesday's game against Chicago. With Jalen Williams (hip) out, Dieng could see usage off the bench, although he hasn't logged NBA action since Nov. 12.
NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ousmane Dieng Shooting Freely in the G League Oklahoma City’s young wing is getting valuable experience with the team’s G League affiliate.
NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Assigned to G League Dieng has been assigned to the G League, Andrew Schlecht of The Athletic reports.
Impact The Blue have a game against the Hustle on Monday, so Dieng will get some extra reps to stay sharp. Dieng has made 11 appearances with the Thunder this season, averaging 3.6 points and 2.0 rebounds in 11.3 minutes.
NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Wednesday Dieng (wrist) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers.
Impact Dieng has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday despite dealing with a right wrist contusion. The second-year forward should continue to come off the bench in The Thunder's frontcourt.
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as questionable Dieng (wrist) is officially questionable for Wednesday's game against Cleveland.
Impact Dieng is dealing with a right wrist contusion. He has appeared in all seven of Oklahoma City's contests thus far, averaging 4.6 points in 12.7 minutes per game
NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Rejoins parent club The Thunder recalled Dieng from the G League's Oklahoma City Blue on Sunday, Clemente Almanza of USA Today reports.
Impact Dieng was sent to the G League on Sunday but will be back with the Thunder later in the day. He's averaging 4.8 points and 2.0 rebounds in 13.3 minutes per game with the Thunder to begin the regular season.
NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Joins the party Dieng contributed 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 0-1 FT), one rebound and two assists over 18 minutes during Monday's 124-112 victory over the Pistons.
Impact Dieng was perfect from the field, aligning with Oklahoma City's blistering 53.0 percent shooting as a team. The 20-year-old is averaging 15.8 minutes per game through the Thunder's first four contests, solidifying himself as a piece of the team's core despite his youth.
OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Team option picked up The Thunder exercised Dieng's team option for 2024-25 on Saturday, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.
Impact Dieng will stay in Oklahoma City through at least 2024-25. As a rookie, he averaged 4.9 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 14.6 minutes across 39 appearances. In 2022-23, Dieng is expected to be one of the Thunder's first options off the bench in the frontcourt.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Why There is Reason for Optimism with Ousmane Dieng Ahead of Regular Season After his rookie season, some were critical and some were full of praise for Oklahoma City’s Ousmane Dieng. Regardless, he’ll have a chance...
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Coming off bench Dieng will come off the bench for Tuesday's preseason game against the Bucks, Clemente Almanza of the Thunder Wire reports.
Impact The Thunder will have their usual starting lineup back on the floor Tuesday. With one more exhibition scheduled for Thursday, it's possible Dieng gets extended run in that matchup if the Thunder dial back their key players.
OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Draws start Sunday Dieng will start Sunday's preseason game against the Hornets.
Impact With the Thunder's usual starters resting, Dieng will get a shot with the first unit. He'll be joined by Aaron Wiggins, Jaylin Williams, Cason Wallace and Vasilije Micic.
OCTOBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
OKC Thunder: Should Ousmane Dieng be on the Trade Block? Ousmane Dieng is one of the Thunder’s high-upside prospects, but trading him could be a possibility.
OCTOBER 12, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM
OKC Thunder: Should Ousmane Dieng be on the Trade Block? Ousmane Dieng is one of the Thunder’s high-upside prospects, but trading him could be a possibility.
OCTOBER 12, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
