Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Back in action this summer
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Coulibaly (heel) put up 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-3 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals in 21 minutes during France's 80-72 win over Belgium on Saturday.
Coulibaly missed the end of the NBA regular season with a heel injury, but he's back in action for FIBA play this summer. The defensive-minded swingman is preparing for his fourth season with the Wizards, having averaged 11.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks in 26.2 minutes over 56 games in 2025-26.
Coulibaly (heel) could continue to see significant minutes, though likely off the bench, after Washington's selection of AJ Dybantsa with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
His defensive versatility and ability to guard multiple positions complement the team's offensive-minded players, giving him a relatively secure role entering 2026-27. The presence of additional perimeter talent may limit his scoring opportunities, but Coulibaly still projects as an important contributor capable of providing value through defensive statistics. During the 2025-26 regular season, he averaged 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks.
Coulibaly (heel) won't play Sunday against the Cavaliers.
Coulibaly will skip Washington's regular-season finale, which should result in Will Riley returning to the first unit, and there will be more minutes available for Justin Champagnie. Coulibaly will end his 2025-26 season with averages of 11.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.2 triples, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks per game.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Scores 25 points in another loss
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Coulibaly ended Friday's 140-117 loss to the Heat with 25 points (9-16 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal over 22 minutes.
Coulibaly is expected to be one of the top players in the future of the franchise, and the young Frenchman has shown promise at times throughout the season. This was the first time he reached the 20-point mark since March 27, and he's scored 20-plus points seven times this season. He's struggled to stand out individually at times due to the Wizards' struggles this season, but the talent and upside are clearly there. Coulibaly is certainly worth holding on to in dynasty formats.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Questionable for Friday
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Coulibaly (heel) is questionable for Friday's game against the Heat.
Coulibaly has a chance to return after sitting out the front end of Washington's back-to-back set Thursday, which was a 119-108 loss to the Bulls. Over his past eight appearances, Coulibaly has averaged 14.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.3 blocks in 24.1 minutes.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Cleared to play
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Coulibaly (heel) is available for Friday's game against the Heat.
The second-year forward is set to return for the second leg of this back-to-back set. Coulibaly may see a modest workload, with the Wizards erring on the side of caution with their key players.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Listed out against Bulls
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Coulibaly (heel) is out for Thursday's game against the Bulls.
Coulibaly will miss the front end of this back-to-back set, but he'll have a chance to return Friday against the Heat. With Couliably out, Jamir Watkins, Will Riley and Anthony Gill could see more run for the Wizards.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Questionable against Bulls
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Coulibaly (foot) is questionable for Thursday's game against Chicago.
Coulibaly got the start in the 129-98 loss to Chicago on Tuesday, finishing with 19 points, three rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 24 minutes. However, he's dealing with right retrocalcaneal bursitis, putting his availability in jeopardy for the rematch. If Coulibaly can't get on the floor, Jamir Watkins, Will Riley and Anthony Gill (neck/back) could see more minutes.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Scores 19 points with two blocks
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Coulibaly amassed 19 points (7-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-6 FT), three rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 24 minutes during Tuesday's 129-98 loss to the Bulls.
Coulibaly was one of the few Wizards to score efficiently during Tuesday's blowout loss, and this was his second straight game with multiple swats. The 21-year-old swingman has been playing well since the All-Star break with averages of 14.1 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.5 triples, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks per game on 45/38/70 shooting splits.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Good to go Tuesday
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Coulibaly (heel) will play Tuesday against the Bulls.
Coulibaly will shake off a questionable tag to return from a one-game absence. He'll likely play a modest role as the Wizards continue to monitor him closely.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Iffy for Tuesday
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Coulibaly (heel) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Bulls.
Coulibaly is at risk of sitting out Tuesday due to right retrocalcaneal bursitis. If the swingman cannot play, his absence would translate to an expanded role for Will Riley.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Won't play Sunday
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Coulibaly (heel) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets.
Coulibaly will miss the second half of Washington's back-to-back set after posting 12 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, three blocks, two assists and two steals across 25 minutes during Saturday's 152-136 loss to Miami. His next chance to suit up will come Tuesday against the Bulls. Given the Wizards' lengthy injury report, Leaky Black and Jamir Watkins are candidates for increased roles.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Added to injury report
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Coulibaly (heel) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nets.
Coulibaly was also listed as questionable with a heel issue leading up to Saturday's matchup, so this designation isn't much of a surprise. The Wizards should have more information on his status for Sunday closer to tipoff.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Delivers three blocks, two steals
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Coulibaly registered 12 points (5-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, three blocks, two assists and two steals across 25 minutes during Saturday's 152-136 loss to Miami.
The Wizards have been limiting the third-year forward's minutes lately, but that hasn't stopped him from producing for fantasy managers. He's scored in double digits in 10 of his last 11 appearances, averaging 15.1 points, 4.5 boards, 2.9 assists, 1.5 three-pointers, 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks over that span.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Upgraded to available Saturday
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Coulibaly (heel) is listed as available for Saturday's game against Miami.
Coulibaly didn't play in the 120-101 loss to the Lakers on Monday before subsequently returning for the 153-131 loss to Philadelphia on Wednesday. However, despite making another appearance on the injury report, the 21-year-old has the green light to suit up for his second consecutive contest. Coulibaly is coming off a productive month, averaging 14.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 0.8 blocks and 1.2 steals across 27.8 minutes in March.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Questionable for Saturday
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Coulibaly (heel) is questionable for Saturday's game against Miami.
The third-year forward continues to nurse soreness in his right heel. If Coulibaly is unable to push through this issue, the Wizards will likely lean more on Will Riley.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Cleared to play
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Coulibaly (heel) will play Wednesday against the 76ers.
Coulibaly is set to return from a one-game absence. The second-year forward is averaging 14.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.0 three-pointers in 25.0 minutes over his last five contests.
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Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly: Iffy for Wednesday
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Coulibaly (heel) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Philadelphia.
Coulibaly is in danger of missing a second consecutive game with a lingering heel injury. If the swingman cannot play Wednesday, more playing time would be available to Justin Champagnie, Leaky Black and Jamir Watkins.
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