By Mathieu S. | NBA Editor
With increasing statistics, it is clear that Bilal Coulibaly reached a milestone during the summer, in particular thanks to the Olympic Games. We know a little more about the reasons behind his big season.
Even if the Wizards are in the last places in the Eastern Conference, with undoubtedly a big draft choice next June, there are nevertheless reasons to smile. Washington is still looking for its superstar, but the organization has found several players to count on for the future, like Alex Sarr and of course… Bilal Coulibaly.
Bilal Coulibaly is a hit with the Wizards
It is still difficult to know the exact potential of these players, but the supporters are quite confident for the years to come. This is particularly true for Coulibalywho had especially stood out defensively until now. But since this new season, he seems to have reached a milestone offensively.
@pointmadebball sur X : “Bilal Coulibaly has reached a huge milestone for this second year, with an improvement in creating his own shots, his handle or his finishing. Last year, he was at 67% to finish in the circle. This year, that figure climbs to 96%. »
It must be said that Coulibaly often ends his actions with a big dunk and is no longer at all afraid to attack the circle. And the difference can be seen on the floor, but also in the statistics.
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The season is still long and we don’t know where Bilal will end up, but it’s certainly very promising for the rest of this campaign. This is why Wizards supporters want to keep smiling, even if this progress is not the result of chance. Behind the scenes, Coulibaly seems to have had a trigger which explains this change.
As journalist Maxime Aubin explains on his accountCoulibaly had a rather bad experience of the Olympic Games. Happy to be part of it and to win a silver medal, yes, but unhappy not to have been able to play much. The person concerned is a competitor and there is no question of squatting on the bench, so he promised himself to make the necessary efforts.
We can say that the difference is visible at the start of the season NBA.
@MaximeAubin1 : “Bilal Coulibaly told me the main reason for his progression at the Wizards this season: “It clicked after the Olympics. It was a bit hard not to play too much, I wasn’t used to it. I’ve been working like crazy ever since, repeating to myself: never again! »
Bilal Coulibaly is having a great season with the Wizards, motivated after a summer at the Olympic Games spending the majority of the time on the bench. The Frenchman wants to be on the pitch and when we see his level of play, the new coach of the Blues won’t have much choice.
1. Could you please tell us about Bilal Coulibaly’s impact on the Washington Wizards this season and how his performance has improved compared to his first year in the NBA?
2. What do you think is the main reason behind Bilal Coulibaly’s recent surge in offensive production?
3. How has Coulibaly’s personal experience at the Olympics, where he didn’t see much playing time, influenced his outlook and performance this season?
4. What has been the role of the Wizards coaching staff in helping Bilal Coulibaly develop his skills both defensively and offensively?
5. Given Coulibaly’s impressive start to the season, do you think he has a strong chance of earning a bigger role in France’s national team under Vincent Collet?
6. Can you discuss any potential challenges or areas of improvement for Coulibaly as he continues to develop his game in the NBA?
