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On YouTubeWashington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / January 22
Wizards Rule Out Two Players for Nuggets Matchup
The Washington Wizards have had their share of injuries this season, which will continue ahead of their matchup with the Denver Nuggets at Capital One Arena.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / January 8
Wizards Notes: Trae Young, Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly, Corey Kispert
Inside the organization, there’s confidence that the Wizards have the defensive personnel to help cover for Trae Young on that end of the floor. According to David Aldridge, Sam Amick, and Josh Robbins of The Athletic, Washington believes rim protector Alex Sarr and wing defender Bilal Coulibaly can help offset Young’s defensive limitations.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29
Justin Champagnie calls Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly ‘defensive menaces’ on Sunday
WASHINGTON D.C. — The Washington Wizards are either beginning a long-term shift or experiencing a temporary hot streak, but they’re certainly playing better than they were at the beginning of the season.
The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?
The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers
Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 27
Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly Shines in Exploring New Role
A constant stream of losses are one thing for the Washington Wizards' fan base to stomach. They knew that was coming in another season of looking towards the future, focusing on building up the in-house talent while securing the rights to another top draftee to complete the young core.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 22
Wizards' Rookie Bilal Coulibaly Missing One Key Piece
Bilal Coulibaly's strong rookie season, one in which he broadcast enough of the defense and athleticism that factored into his seventh-overall selection in the 2023 NBA Draft, has done a lot of heavy lifting in how important he is to the Washington Wizards' rebuild.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / December 19
Time for Wizards to Bid Fairwell to Former Draft Pick
Basketball is a game built on runs. Teams often win a game thanks to one 20-point run in the third quarter. Some teams lose a game due to a bad run of basketball.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / December 17
Alex Sarr, Bilal Coulibaly Expected To Make Return Thursday
Alex Sarr is expected to make his return from the adductor injury that kept him sidelined for the month of December on Thursday against the Spurs. The Wizards released their injury report (via Twitter), which didn’t include either him or Bilal Coulibaly, who has missed the last four games with an oblique injury.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / December 3
Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly likely to miss multiple weeks with injury
Bilal Coulibaly is likely to miss multiple weeks with an oblique strain.
Washington Wizards News / Bullets Forever / December 1
Wizards Defeat Bucks, 129-126 
The Washington Wizards came in with a defensive plan to wall off the paint and unleash Bilal Coulibaly (and help) on Giannis Antetokounmpo, and it worked just well enough for the Wizards to escape with a 129-126 victory.
Washington Wizards News / Washington Wizards on SI / November 28
Reasons Behind Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly's Struggles Revealed
The Washington Wizards’ 2–15 start to the season has been in large part due to struggling talent. Multiple guys who were expected to fall into larger roles have, but others have dwindled under the larger spotlight.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 21
‘Air’ Bilal Coulibaly starts Wizards-Raptors game with a slam
Bilal Coulibaly pulled off a tremendous dunking highlight in the Washington Wizards’ matchup against the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. Coulibaly is going through the third season of his NBA career.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 9
NBA Notes: Magic, Jalen Suggs, Heat, Wizards, Bilal Coulibaly
The Magic are still taking it slow with Jalen Suggs. He is coming off season-ending knee surgery from March and Orlando has kept him on a minutes restriction to start the year.
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / October 29
Bilal Coulibaly’s Return Is Just What The Wizards Ordered
On Wednesday, Washington Wizards head coach Brian Keefe revealed that Bilal Coulibaly would be making his season debut in their upcoming game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, per The Athletic’s Josh Robbins.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / October 29
Wizards' Bilal Coulibaly set to make season debut
Wizards forward Bilal Coulibaly has been cleared to make his regular season debut, according to head coach Brian Keefe, who told reporters today that Coulibaly will be available for Thursday’s game in Oklahoma City (Twitter link via Josh Robbins of The Athletic).
Washington Wizards News / Total Apex Sports / September 15
Bilal Coulibaly Suffers Nightmare Thumb Injury In Eurobasket: Expected To Miss 6-8 Weeks
Just when you thought it couldn’t get any worse for the Washington Wizards, the basketball gods decided to throw another curveball. Or, in this case, a busted thumb.
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / September 14
Wizards Pair Could Benefit From Bilal Coulibaly Injury
With French wing Bilal Coulibaly sustained a significant thumb injury at EuroBasket 2025, the Washington Wizards have been put in a tough position. Heading into a crucial make-or-break season, the Wizards won’t get their next glimpse of the defensive star until after the start of 2025-26.
Washington Wizards News / Field Level Media / September 12
Wizards G Bilal Coulibaly to miss time after thumb surgery
Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly is expected to miss some time at the start of the regular season following thumb surgery, ESPN reported Friday.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Rumors / September 12
Wizards starter undergoes thumb surgery
He was a full-time starter for the Wizards last season.
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / September 9
Wizards Set To Solve Bilal Coulibaly Conundrum After EuroBasket
WASHINGTON D.C. — Bilal Coulibaly entered EuroBasket with expectations. France needed him to step forward. He never did. The forward averaged 6.3 points and 4.3 rebounds across six games.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 2
Five EuroBasket stars who could have a breakout year in the NBA
Alongside established stars like Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic, the tournament also has a handful of lesser-known players on the radar. They may not dominate headlines yet, but their performances overseas show they’re ready to push for a bigger role in the NBA.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 19
Wizards keep accumulating assets but still lack direction
The Marcus Smart era in Washington is over. His brief time with the Washington Wizards delivered a first-round pick, but it's still hard to see where the franchise is heading.
Washington Wizards News / Hoops Wire / April 4
Wizards’ Bilal Coulibaly on rise before injury: ‘I know they believe in me’
Before a season-ending hamstring injury earlier last month, Bilal Coulibaly was on the rise with the rebuilding Washington Wizards. He still is, but now he’ll have to wait until next season.
Washington Wizards News / Yardbarker / December 5, 2024
Bilal Coulibaly’s defensive excellence shines despite offensive struggles
Should his offensive game stabilize, the Wizards could find themselves with a cornerstone player.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 1, 2024
Five NBA players on the verge of breakout seasons
Breakout seasons for NBA players can sometimes come out of nowhere.
Washington Wizards News / Last Word On Sports / September 23, 2024
Wizards General Manager Looks At Lottery Pick’s Next Steps
Washington Wizards wing Bilal Coulibaly is like a ball of clay. Well, one with an incredible defensive foundation, as the 2023 No. 7 pick looks like he’ll be one of the league’s best perimeter defenders for years to come.
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