Mohamed Diawara News, Rumors, Updates - New York Knicks

Mohamed Diawara became Knicks' Jaylen Brown stopper in latest opportunity He picked up the slack for an absent OG Anunoby.

9 HOURS AGO • NYPOST.COM

Starting sans Anunoby Diawara is in the Knicks' starting lineup against the Pistons on Friday, James L. Edwards III of The Athletic reports.

Impact The rookie second-rounder will make his sixth start of the season Friday, as the Knicks will be without OG Anunoby (toe). Diawara's last start took place Jan. 17 against the Suns, when he logged three points, four rebounds and two assists over 12 minutes.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Diawarwa (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against Denver, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Impact Diawara was labeled questionable due to an ankle injury he sustained Tuesday against Washington, but the 20-year-old forward is feeling well enough to suit up Wednesday. With Josh Hart (ankle) sidelined,, there could be a few extra minutes available for Diawara against Denver.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy Wednesday Diawara is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets due to a sprained left ankle.

Impact Diawara sustained the ankle injury in Tuesday's win over Washington but has a chance to return in the second leg of this back-to-back set. If the rookie second-rounder isn't cleared to play, Jordan Clarkson and Landry Shamet are candidates for a small bump in minutes.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Knicks wings Josh Hart and Mohamed Diawara seemingly escape serious ankle injuries | Sporting News The Knicks are on a strong winning streak, and they won't need to worry too much about two injured players.

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Won't return vs. Wizards Diawara (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Tuesday's game against Washington.

Impact Diawara looked to suffer the injury during the first quarter, and while he was spotted on the court trying to warm up ahead of the second half, he's since been shut down for the rest of the night. He can be considered questionable for the second half of his team's back-to-back Wednesday against Denver until further notice.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Picks up ankle injury Diawara is questionable to return to Tuesday's game against the Wizards due to a left ankle injury.

Impact Diawara totaled five points, one rebound and one assist in four minutes before going down with the injury. Guerschon Yabusele could pick up more minutes if Diaware is unable to return.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Knicks recall him The Knicks recalled Diawara from the G League Westchester Knicks on Friday.

Impact Diawara had a brief stint at the G League level but is back with New York and could be an option in the rotation for Saturday's game against the 76ers. That said, he's not expected to see a big enough role to be an option in most fantasy formats. Diawara is averaging a mere 4.5 minutes per game at the NBA level since the beginning of January.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA New York recalled Diawara from the G League's Westchester Knicks after a brief assignment on Wednesday.

Impact Diawara spent the morning with Westchester before rejoining the parent club and added seven points (2-4 FG, 2-2 FT, 1-1 3Pt), three rebounds and an assist across eight minutes during Wednesday's 120-66 blowout over Brooklyn. He will likely continue to backup OG Anunoby and Guerschon Yabusele.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Diawara will come off the bench Monday against Dallas.

Impact Diawara will rejoin the second unit with Josh Hart (ankle) getting the green light to suit up. Diawara started Saturday against the Suns, but he saw just 12 minutes with three points, four rebounds and two assists.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Hart Diawara will start against the Suns on Saturday, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.

Impact With Josh Hart (ankle) unavailable, Diawara will step into the starting lineup. In four starts so far this season, the rookie second-rounder has averaged 8.5 points and 2.5 rebounds across 14.8 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Mike Brown may need to rethink a rotation decision that's costing the Knicks Mike Brown has seemingly removed Mohamed Diawara from the Knicks rotation, and this may prove to be a giant mistake.

JANUARY 5 • DAILYKNICKS.COM

Knicks just delivered an update that puts their young players on the clock Josh Hart is nearing a return from his sprained right ankle, which gives Mohamed Diawara and Kevin McCullar Jr. limited time to leave a last...

JANUARY 4 • DAILYKNICKS.COM

Not starting vs. Atlanta Diawara won't start against the Hawks on Friday, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Impact After starting each of New York's past three games, Diawara will slide to the second unit in favor of Miles McBride. Over his last five appearances off the bench, Diawara has averaged 2.2 points in 4.4 minutes per game. However, the rookie second-rounder could still see meaningful playing time with Josh Hart (ankle), Karl-Anthony Towns (illness), Mitchell Robinson (ankle) and Landry Shamet (shoulder) all unavailable.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Knicks rookie quietly hit a milestone that actually matters Mohamed Diawara has already played more minutes as a rookie than Pacome Dadiet did all of last season during his Knicks rookie campaign. And...

JANUARY 1 • DAILYKNICKS.COM

Crashes back to earth in loss Diawara accumulated six points (2-5 FG, 2-5 3Pt), one rebound and one assist in six minutes during Wednesday's 134-132 loss to San Antonio.

Impact Diawara remained in the starting lineup, although he was unable to repeat his 18-point performance from two days earlier. At this point, Diawara is merely a placeholder until Josh Hart (ankle) is cleared to return, which could be as soon as Friday against the Hawks. Managers need not concern themselves with Diawara, outside of the deepest leagues.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Surprises with 18 points Diawara finished Monday's 130-125 win over the Pelicans with 18 points (7-9 FG, 4-4 3Pt), one rebound and two steals over 18 minutes.

Impact Diwara put up a career-high 18 points in the win. The Frenchman poured in 13 points in the first quarter and eventually cooled off, but it was an encouraging performance for the 2025 second-round pick. Miles McBride was cleared to play and came off the bench, so he'll likely find his way back into the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mohamed Diawara had an explosive 1Q on the road in New Orleans. 💥 #knicks #nba #basketball

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Brunson's double-double helps the Knicks outlast Zion Williamson and the Pelicans, 130-125

Jalen Brunson capped a 28-point, 10-assist performance with a driving floater and a layup in the final 1:06, and the New York Knicks surged in front late to beat the New Orleans Pe...

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting Saturday Diawara will start against the Hawks on Saturday, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Impact With Josh Hart (ankle) joining Miles McBride (ankle) and Landry Shamet (shoulder) on the sidelines, Diawara will get the starting nod for the second time this season. The rookie second-rounder last started in a win over the Pacers on Dec. 18, during which he posted five points (2-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal in 19 minutes.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Diawara is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Josh Hart (abdomen) is back in the first unit Friday, which expectedly forces Diawara to retreat to the bench. With the Knicks fairly healthy, it's possible Diawara won't see the court at all against Philadelphia.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Knicks head coach Mike Brown speaks on rookie forward's development | Sporting News Mohamed Diawara notched his first career start on Thursday.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Starting Thursday Diawara is in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Pacers, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reports.

Impact Karl-Anthony Towns (knee), Mitchell Robinson (ankle) and Josh Hart (abdomen) will all be unavailable for Thursday's game, which will result in Diawara drawing the first NBA start of his career. Joining him in the first unit Thursday will be Jalen Brunson, Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby and Ariel Hukporti.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to G League New York assigned Diawara to the G League's Westchester Knicks on Tuesday.

Impact Diawara has been unable to break through New York's rotation, so this move makes a lot of sense.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Knicks' tantalizing rookie is facing one problem that's costing him minutes Knicks second round pick Mohamed Diawara has an intriguing combination of size and on-ball ability. Here's what has held him back early on:

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • DAILYKNICKS.COM

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Brunson's double-double helps the Knicks outlast Zion Williamson and the Pelicans, 130-125