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Gets in on exhibition Kouma (undisclosed) took the floor during Thursday's exhibition versus Ouachita Baptist.

Impact Kouma underwent offseason surgery in mid-March but appears to be healthy as the 2022-23 regular season approaches. The senior averaged just 2.0 minutes in his six appearances for the Cowboys last year.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't see court Kouma (COVID-19 protocol) did not take the court in Saturday's 64-51 victory over Texas.

Impact Kouma appeared to be out of health and safety protocols due to the fact he was spotted warming up, but it seems the 6-10 forward just isn't a regular rotation player at this time. He's only appeared in five games so far this season, averaging 1.4 points in 2.4 minutes across those appearances.

JANUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to be available Saturday Kouma (COVID-19 protocols) is warming up ahead of Saturday's game against Texas, Marshall Scott of Pistols Firing reports.

Impact Kouma's return should shore up the bench depth up front but he's unlikely to see more than a handful of minutes moving forward barring a rash of absences up front.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out Tuesday Kouma wasn't available for Tuesday's game against Texas, Cody Nagel of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact There were reportedly COVID-19 concerns surrounding the Cowboys, but it appears Kouma was the only player unavailable for the contest. His next chance to suit up surfaces Saturday against Texas.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sees action off bench Kouma (undisclosed) had two points (1-1 FG) and two rebounds across eight minutes off the bench in Monday's loss to West Virginia.

Impact Kouma has started two games for the Cowboys this season but has only achieved double-digit minutes on one occasion. The center position has essentially been a revolving door, with coach Mike Boynton electing to try out Kalib Boone in Monday's matchup. Boone ultimately fouled out after recording four points and four rebounds in 15 minutes. Freshman Matthew-Alexander Moncrieffe has also seen minutes at center in a small-ball lineup, but he missed Monday's contest for undisclosed reasons. Kouma will likely stay in the mix, but fantasy players likely won't be able to count on him for consistent playing time.

JANUARY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Texas Kouma (undisclosed) did not play Sunday against Texas, Jacob Unruh of the Oklahoman reports.

Impact The report did not specify if Kouma was dealing with an injury or other extenuating circumstance -- it simply said he was "out" (which may have also been in reference to the starting lineup). Kouma had started the last two games for the Cowboys, but played for only three minutes in the Dec. 16 matchup against TCU. He's seen double-digit minutes just once this season -- his first start of the year Dec. 12 against Wichita State. The role isn't particularly big even when part of the starting five, but Kouma's status remains worth monitoring after a long projected break. Kouma and the Cowboys are not scheduled for another game until Jan. 2 at Texas Tech.

DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

No longer in the starting five Kouma is not listed in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Texas, Cody Nagel of 247sports.com reports.

Impact Kouma started the last two games for the Cowboys but played just a combined 15 minutes. He'll return to the bench with head coach Mike Boynton opting to go with a smaller lineup to start against Texas.

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Getting first start Saturday Kouma will debut in the starting lineup Saturday versus Wichita State.

Impact Kouma hasn't played much in the early going, so his inclusion in the starting five is somewhat surprising. Kalib Boone will move to the bench in a corresponding move.

DECEMBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE