"As a former No. 7 overall pick, the high upside is the lone thing that the team could cling on when it came to reasons to continue betting on the development of the french product. Between inconsistent play, a surplus of competition on the roster and lack of production on the court, the noise surrounding Coulibaly's injury suggested that his setback could be the opening for other players on the roster to step up."
"One player in specific, is second-year man Kyshawn George, who was immediately named a starter seemingly in Coulibaly's place when the regular season began. George has shined in his new role and he looks like an emerging building block for Washington up to this point in the season. When Coulibaly was deemed healthy enough to return, many wondering what adjustments head coach Brian Keefe would make to the lineup at full health."
"Bub Carrington began the season as the team's starting point guard, but following a stretch of underwhelming performances, it took no time for the Wizards to alter the starting lineup when the opportunity presented itself. The Pittsburgh product is averaging seven points, four rebounds and 3.5 assists through six games on the season, and since the return of Coulibaly, he's found himself leading the second unit."
Bilal Coulibaly's offseason injury during FIBA EuroBasket cast uncertainty over his role with Washington despite his former No. 7 draft status and perceived upside. Inconsistent play, roster competition, and limited production made his absence an opportunity for others. Kyshawn George earned a starting spot and performed strongly, establishing himself as an emerging building block. Coulibaly returned healthy and resumed a starting role, producing 13 points, five rebounds and four assists while shooting 40.9% from the field. Bub Carrington, the original starter, moved to the second unit after underwhelming performances and averaged seven points, four rebounds and 3.5 assists.
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