Bilal Coulibaly Injury: Sidelined to begin season

Washington head coach Brian Keefe said that Coulibaly (thumb) won't be available to play in Wednesday's season opener versus the Bucks, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Keefe's comments come as no surprise, as Coulibaly has been sidelined throughout camp and the preseason while recovering from right hand surgery. The third-year wing is without a clear timeline to make his 2025-26 debut, though he appears likely to miss the first week or two of the regular season. For now, fantasy managers can anticipate a return in early November if his rehab continues to progress well. Kyshawn George -- among others -- is likely to see an increased role to open the season as a result.