AUGUST 31, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
CHARLES BASSEY
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San Antonio Spurs Season Preview: Charles Bassey Will Be an Underrated Depth Piece The San Antonio Spurs added backcourt depth this summer, but the return of Charles Bassey will help in the paint.
Returning to San Antonio The Spurs signed Bassey (knee) to a one-year, $2.2 million contract Tuesday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Impact Bassey made just 19 appearances for the Spurs in 2023-24 before suffering a torn ACL. While he is expected to return in the first half of the 2024-25 campaign, Bassey will likely compete for depth minutes in San Antonio's frontcourt.
JULY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Waived by San Antonio The Spurs waived Bassey (knee) on Monday, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Impact Bassey's release was a necessity after the team acquired Harrison Barnes via trade. However, the team could look to bring the 23-year-old back if he clears waivers. Bassey's 2023-24 season was cut short in December by a torn ACL, but he made 19 appearances prior and averaged 3.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.9 blocks across 10.8 minutes per game.
JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Spurs Season-In-Review: Charles Bassey Still Looking For Healthy NBA Season In two seasons with the San Antonio Spurs, Charles Bassey has only played 54 games, but he's shown flashes of potential and will hopefully l...
MAY 3, 2024 • SI.COM
Former 76er Will Miss Reunion on Monday Charles Bassey will miss Monday night’s match against the Sixers.
JANUARY 22, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Report: Spurs seek disabled player exception for Charles Bassey The San Antonio Spurs are applying for a disabled player exception (DPE) for injured center Charles Bassey, ESPN reported Tuesday.Bassey, 23...
JANUARY 2, 2024 • SACBEE.COM
Report: Spurs seek disabled player exception for Charles Bassey The San Antonio Spurs are applying for a disabled player exception (DPE) for injured center Charles Bassey, ESPN reported Tuesday.Bassey, 23...
JANUARY 2, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM
Suffers torn ACL Bassey will miss the remainder of the season after tearing his left ACL in Sunday's G League contest against the Legends, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Impact Bassey was re-evaluated Tuesday in San Antonio, which confirmed initial fears of a serious injury for the 23-year-old. Bassey was on pace for a new career high in minutes played this season, producing 3.3 points and 4.0 rebounds while shooting 72.5 percent from the field in 10.8 minutes per game across 19 appearances. Dominick Barlow becomes a critical piece for San Antonio's G League affiliate, and he could earn promotions when the Spurs need frontcourt depth. Sandro Mamukelashvili also climbs in the depth chart. Bassey will look to make a full recovery ahead of the 2024-25 season, but it's worth noting that his left leg is where he suffered a tibial plateau fracture during his time at Western Kentucky as well.
DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Could miss extended time Bassey will be re-examined in San Antonio on Tuesday and appears to be at risk of missing extended time, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Impact Bassey rejoined the Spurs on Monday, one day after he suited up for the G League's Austin Spurs and recorded 30 points (12-24 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists, four blocks and two steals in a 115-111 loss to the Texas Legends. He apparently sustained the left knee injury at some point during Sunday's appearance with Austin and wasn't available Monday for the NBA team's loss to the Rockets, and the third-year center now looks as though he could be in danger of a long-term absence. Bassey notably saw his 2022-23 season come to an early end in mid-March, after he suffered a non-displaced fracture of the patella in the same knee.
DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with knee injury Bassey has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against Denver due to a left knee injury, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
Impact Bassey held an inconsistent role to start the season, appearing in 19 straight contests and averaging 10.7 minutes per game. He was sent to the G League at the beginning of December to get more consistent playing time, but he appears to have suffered an injury. Bassey's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus the Lakers.
DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Grabs 11 boards sans Wembanyama Bassey contributed eight points (4-4 FG), 11 rebounds, three assists and three blocks in 19 minutes during Friday's 121-106 loss to New Orleans.
Impact Spurs standout rookie Victor Wembanyama (hip) didn't play Friday, opening more of an opportunity for Bassey to get on the court. His 19 minutes were a season high, and Bassey responded with a strong performance that included a team-high 11 rebounds and three blocked shots. Bassey came into the contest averaging just 10.3 minutes per game, and despite Friday's strong effort, he'll likely return to that level of playing time when Wembanyama is able to return.
DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up slack in the paint Bassey ended Monday's 124-99 loss to the Clippers with two points (1-3 FG), 12 rebounds, three assists and four blocks over 18 minutes.
Impact Bassey is locked in behind Victor Wembanyama on the depth chart, but he enjoyed some extra time during the rookie's lackluster game. Bassey has the skills to start on an NBA team, but he's in the worst position imaginable as a backup to a once-in-a generation player. He signed a four-year contract with the team before Wembanyama was selected, and if he can make the most of his limited opportunities, teams in need of interior support might give his agent a call.
NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Solid garbage time production Bassey produced 10 points (5-5 FG), three rebounds, one assist and three steals over 17 minutes during Monday's 152-111 loss to the Pacers.
Impact San Antonio trailed by 32 points entering the fourth quarter Monday, so benches were emptied early in the contest. Nonetheless, the 23-year-old capitalized to the fullest with perfect shooting from the field and admirable defensive activity.
NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Hauls in five rebounds Bassey racked up two points (1-1 FG), five rebounds, two assists and one steal across 13 minutes during Wednesday's 126-119 loss to the Mavericks.
Impact Bassey had minimal shot volume off the bench Wednesday, but he was effective on the boards during the narrow defeat. The 22-year-old has limited fantasy upside during the 2023-24 campaign after the Spurs drafted Victor Wembanyama during the offseason, and he can be safely left on waiver wires as long as the team's frontcourt is healthy.
OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to bench Bassey is not in the starting lineup for Monday's preseason contest against Houston.
Impact Bassey will reprise a bench role while Zach Collins rejoins the starting unit. Bassey has averaged 6.0 points, 9.0 rebounds and 3.0 blocks in 19.6 minutes per game across two preseason appearances.
OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pounds glass in loss Bassey supplied six points (3-5 FG), 12 rebounds, four assists and two blocks in 16 minutes during Monday's 122-121 preseason loss to the Thunder.
Impact Bassey has an argument to be San Antonio's most physical rebounder, which could carve out a platoon roll when Zach Collins isn't on the court. Bassey was sharp in the G League last season, averaging 22.6 points, 9.1 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.5 blocks per game across 10 starts.
OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Likely done for season Bassey is likely out for the rest of the 2022-23 campaign after the Spurs confirmed Wednesday that the big man suffered a non-displaced fracture of his left patella during Tuesday'...
Impact Bassey was set to undergo further testing Wednesday after an initial diagnosis Tuesday presumed the fracture, and the second-year center didn't get positive news from those scans. Before the injury, Bassey had carved out a nice backup role in San Antonio, posting 8.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 1.0 blocks and 0.7 steals in 17.2 minutes over his past 10 appearances (one start). However, he'll now have to turn his sights on preparing for the 2023-24 campaign. Bassey signed a four-year, $10.2 million deal with San Antonio in February, so the Spurs have faith they can develop the 23-year-old into a solid rotational piece over the next few years. In his absence, more minutes could be in store for Sandro Mamukelashvili and Gorgui Dieng.
MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers knee fracture Bassey will undergo additional tests Wednesday after an initial diagnosis revealed a non-displaced fracture in his left patella, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News repor...
Impact Bassey left Tuesday's game early due to his left knee injury. The second-year big man is averaging 8.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.0 blocks in 17.2 minutes across his last 10 appearances. Bassey seems unlikely to suit up in Wednesday's matchup with Dallas.
MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't return with knee issue Bassey will not return to Tuesday's game against Orlando due to a left knee injury, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Impact This is a tough blow for the Spurs, as Bassey has been solid off the bench in recent weeks. He'll finish the game with two points, two assists, one steal and one block in eight minutes. If Bassey misses additional time, the Spurs could turn to Sandro Mamukelashvili.
MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to bench Bassey isn't in the starting five for Friday's game versus Denver.
Impact Zach Collins will replace Bassey in the starting lineup Friday. Bassey is averaging 8.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.0 blocks in 16.7 minutes across his previous seven outings coming off the bench this season.
MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Efficient from field in loss Bassey closed with 14 points (7-10 FG, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 25 minutes during Sunday's 142-110 loss to the Rockets.
Impact Bassey missed only three of his 10 shots and was one of the team's top scorers in a game where the entire offense sputtered, as San Antonio ended up suffering a massive 32-point loss. With Zach Collins (undisclosed) and Jeremy Sochan (knee) sidelined Sunday, Bassey started for the first time since Dec. 14, and he's now scored in double digits in three of his last six contests.
MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Charles Bassey Postgame at Rockets | San Antonio Spurs | 3.5.23
MARCH 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Starting Sunday Bassey will start Sunday against the Rockets, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Impact Bassey will earn the second start of his career with Zach Collins out with an undisclosed injury, and he looks like an attractive streamer with a favorable matchup against the Rockets. In his only previous start this season (Dec. 14 vs. POR), Bassey put up six points, five rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 20 minutes.
MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Charles Bassey Postgame vs Houston Rockets | San Antonio Spurs | 3.4.23
MARCH 5, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Scores season-high 16 points Bassey finished with 16 points (7-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal across 19 minutes during Thursday's 142-116 loss to the Mavericks.
Impact Bassey missed just one shot en route to a season-high 16 points. The second-year backup center has appeared in three straight games and has averaged 8.7 points, 8.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.4 steals-plus-blocks in 15.3 minutes during that stretch. With Jakob Poeltl now in Toronto and Khem Birch (knee) still not available, Bassey has a chance to carve out a solid backup role in San Antonio's frontcourt, though the impending return of Jeremy Sochan (quadriceps) may limit his opportunities moving forward.
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
