Keita Bates-Diop News, Rumors, Updates - Minnesota Timberwolves

Scores in double figures Bates-Diop supplied 13 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT) and two rebounds in 18 minutes during Thursday's 132-121 loss to San Antonio.

Impact The Suns fell behind early in Thursday's matchup, and although they mounted a comeback bid in the second half, Bates-Diop saw extended run for the first time this season after appearing in just one of the team's first four games of the year. The 27-year-old was efficient with his double-digit minutes, tying for the highest scoring total among the team's bench players. While he showed what he can do with ample playing time Thursday, it seems unlikely that he'll be part of the team's rotation regularly.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not part of rotation Bates-Diop didn't play in Thursday's 100-95 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Even with Bradley Beal (back) and Devin Booker (foot) sidelined, Bates-Diop didn't see any playing time. Instead, Jordan Goodwin, Drew Eubanks, Yuta Watanabe and Nassir Little led the Suns' bench unit. In 2022-23, Bates-Diop had a career year with the Spurs, starting 42 of 67 appearances while averaging 9.7 points (39.4 percent from beyond the arc) and 3.7 rebounds in 21.7 minutes. It was believed he'd be able to parlay his solid production into a meaningful role for a Suns squad that lacks depth, but that hasn't been the case thus far. Bates-Diop doesn't need to be rostered in standard leagues.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Edwards scores 33, Timberwolves beat Spurs 151-131

Anthony Edwards had 33 points in 25 minutes and the Minnesota Timberwolves routed San Antonio 151-131, the most points allowed in regulation under Spurs coach Gregg Popovich

APRIL 8, 2023 • Associated Press

Keita Bates-Diop Postgame vs Trail Blazers | San Antonio Spurs | 4.5.2023

APRIL 7, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Keita Bates-Diop's big late stretch lifts Spurs past Trail Blazers Keita Bates-Diop racked up 25 points, with 10 of them in the decisive late-game stretch that helped propel the San Antonio Spurs to a 129-12...

APRIL 7, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

APRIL 7, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Bates-Diop leads Spurs past Blazers in inaugural Austin game

Keita Bates-Diop had 25 points, Julian Champagnie and Keldon Johnson added 24 points each and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Portland Trail Blazers 129-127 on Thursday night in the...

APRIL 7, 2023 • Associated Press

Keita Bates-Diop Shootaround vs Trail Blazers | San Antonio Spurs | 4.6.23

APRIL 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores 20 points Friday Bates-Diop racked up 20 points (8-13 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT) and seven rebounds in 28 minutes during Friday's 136-124 loss to the Wizards.

Impact Bates-Diop reached 20 or more points for the fourth time in his career, and fantasy managers will be glad to see his minutes and usage trend back up. Availability will be a big question mark for seemingly the entire roster going forward, but Bates-Diop has really emerged as a reliable source of points, rebounds and three-pointers for fantasy managers.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kispert's 3s help Wizards pull away from Spurs 136-124

Corey Kispert scored 26 points and sank six 3-pointers, Deni Avdija added 21 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and the Washington Wizards pulled away to a 136-124 win over the San An...

MARCH 25, 2023 • Associated Press

Scores 11 second-half points Bates-Diop produced 14 points (4-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, three assists and two steals over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 130-94 loss to Milwaukee.

Impact Bates-Diop produced 11 of his 14 points in the second half to finish second behind Devin Vassell (16) as the Spurs' scoring leader. Though he's often been one of head coach Gregg Popovich's preferred spot-starting options and hasn't been subject to rest days or getting games off for minor injuries compared to some of the Spurs' other key rotation players, Bates-Diop's fantasy upside is still fairly low. He's averaging 11.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 1.3 three-pointers and 0.8 steals in 22.0 minutes over 10 March appearances while shooting 58.1 percent from the field.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keita Bates-Diop Post-Game vs Bucks | San Antonio Spurs | 3.22.2023

MARCH 23, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Set to start Tuesday Bates-Diop is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Pelicans, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Bates-Diop will replace Keldon Johnson (neck) in the starting five Tuesday. Bates-Diop is averaging 11.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 28.4 minutes across his previous 31 starts this season.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Bates-Diop (Achilles) is available for Sunday's matchup against the Hawks.

Impact Surprisingly, Bates-Diop has been upgraded from doubtful to available and will suit up for a second straight matchup following a one-game absence due to Achilles soreness. He played just 13 minutes off the bench during Friday's loss to Memphis but was still able to post 11 points (3-4 FG), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in limited action.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Sunday Bates-Diop (Achilles) is doubtful for Sunday's matchup against the Hawks, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.

Impact Bates-Diop saw 13 minutes during Friday's loss to the Grizzlies, but that caused a flare-up in his Achilles soreness. In his presumed absence, more minutes should be available for Dominick Barlow and Sandro Mamukelashvili.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available, per coach Head coach Greg Popovich said Bates-Diop (Achilles) will be available Friday versus Memphis, Tom Osborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Impact Bates-Diop didn't suit up for Wednesday's loss to Dallas due to left Achilles soreness, but he'll return to action Friday. Before he was sidelined, he started 10 of the Spurs' previous 11 matchups and averaged 11.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 27.8 minutes, but the Spurs are closer to full strength now, so it's unclear what his role will be against the Grizzlies.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Bates-Diop (Achilles) is questionable for Friday's game against Memphis, independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan reports.

Impact Bates-Diop missed Wednesday's game against the Mavericks due to left Achilles soreness, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to return Friday. Keldon Johnson will suit up once again Friday, so Bates-Diop will likely see fewer minutes once he's cleared to return.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Bates-Diop has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks due to soreness in his left Achilles.

Impact KBD had been playing relatively well with some extended minutes over the past few games with Keldon Johnson (foot) watching from the sidelines. With Johnson cleared for Wednesday's game, Bates-Diop was set to see a reduction in minutes anyway. His next opportunity to play will come Friday versus Memphis.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid production in win Bates-Diop provided 14 points (5-7 FG, 4-6 3Pt), five rebounds, four assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Tuesday's 132-114 victory over the Magic.

Impact Bates-Diop continues to be a steady force for an injury-plagued Spurs squad. The 2018 second-round pick has started 10 of San Antonio's past 11 appearances and is averaging 11.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 27.8 minutes with 50/40/81 shooting splits. Bates-Diop's role doesn't appear to be changing anytime soon, so fantasy managers can safely expect the same type of steady production from him during the stretch run.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in return to first unit Bates-Diop posted 12 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds and four assists across 25 minutes during Sunday's 102-90 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Bates-Diop returned to the starting lineup due to the absence of Jeremy Sochan (knee), and he made the most of his chances by hitting 71.4 percent of his attempts from the field. He also secured seven boards, his best mark since Jan. 30 against Washington. Bates-Diop has now scored in double figures in each of his last four starts.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins starting unit Bates-Diop is starting Sunday's game against Oklahoma City.

Impact The 27-year-old came off the bench Friday against the Nuggets but will rejoin the starting lineup since Jeremy Sochan (knee) is out Sunday. Bates-Diop has started in 17 of his last 19 appearances and has averaged 10.9 points and 4.8 rebounds in 28.5 minutes per game during that time.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from starting lineup Bates-Diop isn't in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Nuggets.

Impact Bates-Diop will be replaced by Jeremy Sochan in the starting lineup Friday. Bates-Diop is averaging 4.7 points and 1.8 rebounds in 12.3 minutes across his 21 games coming off the bench this season.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores team-high 17 points Bates-Diop supplied 17 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), one rebound and one block over 23 minutes during Sunday's 142-110 loss to Houston.

Impact Bates-Diop led the Spurs in scoring in this blowout loss, but this was probably due to a combination of things rather than him assuming a dominant role on offense. In other words, don't expect him to become one of the team's go-to players on offense overnight. Bates-Diop is averaging 10.9 points, 4.4 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game since the start of February (14 games).

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid all-around effort Bates-Diop ended Saturday's 122-110 loss to Houston with 11 points (3-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), three rebounds, six assists and three steals across 30 minutes.

Impact Bates-Diop didn't have his best shooting performance, but he still posted a decent stat line thanks to his contributions in other categories. The former Ohio State standout has started each of San Antonio's last seven games and is averaging 11.3 points, 5.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in that span.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Modest production in loss Bates-Diop contributed 15 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and two assists over 29 minutes during Thursday's 142-116 loss to the Mavericks.

Impact With the team dealing with numerous injuries, Bates-Diop has started three straight and 12 of the Spurs' past 13 contests. During that stretch, he's averaging 11.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.3 steals-plus-blocks in 29.0 minutes per game. He's been a solid rotational piece for San Antonio all season, but as long as Tre Jones (foot), Devin Vassell (knee), Jeremy Sochan (quadriceps), Khem Birch (knee) and Romeo Langford (thigh) remain sidelined, Bates-Diop figures to continue garnering an increased role and should remain relevant in deeper fantasy leagues.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Edwards scores 33, Timberwolves beat Spurs 151-131

Bates-Diop leads Spurs past Blazers in inaugural Austin game

Kispert's 3s help Wizards pull away from Spurs 136-124