The Wizards are leaving Bilal Coulibaly's long-term future unresolved. Restricted free agency will determine whether the wing remains part of their plans.
The Washington Wizards and Bilal Coulibaly failed to agree on a rookie-scale contract extension before the deadline, setting up Coulibaly to enter restricted free agency next summer. The writer argues this outcome, combined with recent roster moves, could signal the beginning of the end for the young forward's tenure with the franchise.
Wiz of Awes notes that the draft addition of AJ Dybantsa, the emergence of Will Riley, and the re-signing of Khris Middleton will likely reduce Coulibaly's playing time. The writer highlights Coulibaly's offensive struggles and suggests Washington may not match potential outside offer sheets next offseason.
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