Ousmane Dieng News, Rumors, Updates - Milwaukee Bucks

Shooting woes in preseason finale Dieng recorded four points (2-9 FG, 0-6 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 24 minutes off the bench during Friday's 128-127 preseason win over the Pacers in overtime.

Impact Dieng moved to the bench Friday after starting Wednesday's loss to Chicago. He struggled mightily with efficiency in Milwaukee's preseason finale, missing all six of his three-point tries. The 23-year-old forward is expected to compete with Gary Trent and Nate Ament (ankle) for minutes to begin the regular season.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in loss Dieng registered 10 points (4-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt), 11 rebounds, four assists and one block across 27 minutes in Wednesday's 125-104 preseason loss to Chicago.

Impact Dieng led Milwaukee with 11 rebounds and added four assists, showcasing his versatility despite an inefficient shooting performance. He also committed four turnovers, but his activity on the glass and ability to contribute as a passer stood out. The 23-year-old forward will aim to translate that all-around production into a consistent role once the regular season begins.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Earns starting nod Wednesday Dieng is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against Chicago.

Impact With several Milwaukee regulars resting, Dieng will move into the starting lineup Wednesday. In 30 regular-season appearances (20 starts) with the Bucks last season, the young forward averaged 11.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 3.6 assists in 26.8 minutes per contest.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Ousmane Dieng's versatility is exactly why the Bucks must unearth him Ousmane Dieng can do a little bit of everything, and that's exactly why the Milwaukee Bucks can't forget about him in the shuffle.

OCTOBER 9 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Picks up DNP in preseason Dieng was a DNP-CD during Monday's 116-97 preseason loss to Minnesota.

Impact Dieng was available but didn't see the floor in Milwaukee's first preseason contest. The 23-year-old will look to earn a role in a crowded Bucks frontcourt during the remainder of the preseason.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ousmane Dieng's brilliant contract is a no-lose situation for the Bucks The Milwaukee Bucks' re-signing of Ousmane Dieng could go down as their most underrated move of the summer.

SEPTEMBER 16 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Ousmane Dieng has one thing standing between him and ideal Bucks role Ousmane Dieng likely won't start for the Milwaukee Bucks, as he has a Kyle Kuzma-sized obstacle in his way.

SEPTEMBER 8 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Could Ousmane Dieng make a leap and win Most Improved Player? The Bucks forward is still just 23 years old and demonstrated legitimate growth when he finally got playing time Ousmane Dieng was acquired...

SEPTEMBER 1 • SI.COM

Bucks' schedule includes overlooked early motivator for Ousmane Dieng Ousmane Dieng should be motivated to face the Chicago Bulls, the team that didn't want him before landing with the Milwaukee Bucks.

AUGUST 17 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Bucks' Nick Richards gamble couldn't have worked out better for them The Milwaukee Bucks flipped Nick Richards into Ousmane Dieng, and it looks like a long-term win for the franchise.

AUGUST 3 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Bucks' Ousmane Dieng deal is even better than initially expected The Milwaukee Bucks re-signed Ousmane Dieng to a deal with a team option, giving them greater flexibility.

JULY 1 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Reports: Ousmane Dieng to re-up with Bucks on 3-year contract Milwaukee reportedly extends the 23-year-old forward to a 3-year contract for $17.5 million, bringing back a key contributor.

JULY 1 • NBA.COM

Bucks kick off free agency with an incredible bargain The Milwaukee Bucks have kicked off the NBA Free Agency festivities by re-signing Ousmane Dieng.

JUNE 30 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

How Ousmane Dieng could help Bucks replace Giannis Antetokounmpo | Sporting News Milwaukee is looking for young sparks.

JUNE 30 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Re-signs with Milwaukee Dieng signed a three-year, $17.5 million contract with the Bucks on Tuesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact After landing with the Bucks ahead of last season's trade deadline, Dieng will return to Milwaukee on a multi-year pact. The versatile forward averaged 11.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 1.5 triples and 0.8 steals in 26.9 minutes per contest across 30 regular-season games (20 starts) with the Bucks last season, and he should continue seeing significant playing time with the rebuilding club.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks seemingly harsh message to Ousmane Dieng isn't what it looks like The Milwaukee Bucks will likely retain Ousmane Dieng this summer despite speculation making it seem otherwise.

JUNE 30 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Becomes free agent The Bucks declined to extend a qualifying offer to Dieng, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports Monday.

Impact Dieng will enter unrestricted free agency, though Scotto added that the Bucks still have significant interest in re-signing the versatile forward. After spending three-plus seasons with the Thunder to begin his career, the 23-year-old was traded multiple times ahead of last season's deadline. He ended up on the Bucks, with whom he averaged 11.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 0.8 steals in 26.9 minutes per contest across 30 regular-season games (20 starts).

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Bigger role likely? Dieng should receive every opportunity to earn consistent rotation minutes now that Milwaukee has fully embraced a rebuilding direction, Amir Motameni of SI.com reports.

Impact The former lottery pick flashed intriguing upside after arriving late last season, and the Bucks can afford to prioritize his development alongside fellow youngsters Brayden Burries, Nate Ament, Kel'el Ware and Jaime Jaquez. Increased competition at forward exists, but Milwaukee's emphasis on evaluating its young core should work in Dieng's favor with Giannis Antetokounmpo out of the picture.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks' sudden roster crunch spells bad news for Ousmane Dieng believers The Milwaukee Bucks are filling out their frontcourt depth, which could be a bad sign for Ousmane Dieng.

JUNE 25 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Bucks already have their own Nate Ament firmly at home The Milwaukee Bucks have eyes on Nate Ament, but they already have a potential-filled forward who is raw in Ousmane Dieng.

JUNE 19 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Adding former Taylor Jenkins player could fuel Ousmane Dieng's fire with Bucks The Milwaukee Bucks should look to unearth Ousmane Dieng's potential by challenging him with other players at the same position.

MAY 23 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Ousmane Dieng should be happiest guy in town after Bucks' Taylor Jenkins hire Taylor Jenkins is great at developing young talent, and that's good news for Milwaukee Bucks forward Ousmane Dieng.

APRIL 24 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Plays 41 minutes in loss Dieng supplied 11 points (4-12 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 41 minutes during Sunday's 126-106 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Following his trade from the Thunder, Dieng immediately became more involved on the rebuilding Bucks. Across 30 games with his new team, Dieng played 26.8 minutes per contest with 11.0 points, 4.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 0.8 steals and 1.5 three-pointers on 42.3 percent shooting from the field. He could have a sizable role next season depending on what happens with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee).

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks uncovering prized Ousmane Dieng skill Thunder never touched Ousmane Dieng has shown surprising growth as a passer for the Milwaukee Bucks, a skill the Oklahoma City Thunder never glimpsed.

APRIL 12 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Milwaukee faces Philadelphia, aims to stop road slide

Milwaukee heads into a matchup against Philadelphia as losers of five road games in a row

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

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