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Solid in attack Bassi recorded three shots (two on goal), eight crosses (five accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus St. Louis City SC.

Impact Bassi had one of his best games of the season despite not bagging a goal contribution, as he notched three shots, seven chances created and eight crosses, giving him a new season-high in both shots and chances created. He has now started in seven of his eight appearances, registering two assists on 28 chances created to go along with 11 shots and 46 crosses.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists winner Saturday Bassi assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-1 win over Minnesota United.

Impact Bassi recorded an assist in his second consecutive match, this time setting up Sebastian Kowalczyk's match-winning goal in the 77th minute. It came on one of his three chances created, his fourth straight match with multiple. He also took five corners, recorded seven crosses and made two clearances before being subbed off in the 85th minute for Brooklyn Raines.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Big creative performance in loss Bassi assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), six crosses (four accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Chicago Fire.

Impact Bassi created a season-high six chances as he took six corners and played in four accurate crosses in what was a highly creative display resulting in his first assist of the season. He has played the full match in Houston's last two contests and appears to be one of the side's first-choice attackers due to his current form.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers ten crosses Bassi attempted 10 crosses (five accurate) and took eight corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory over San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Bassi was in the starting XI despite suffering a hamstring injury in the previous game. His exploits resulted in two chances created and he also had two shots off target. The attacker has started two of five games this season and will hope to keep his place for Saturday's game at Chicago Fire.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Bassi (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with San Jose.

Impact Bassi was added to the injury report two weeks ago and now he is back in the starting XI. It's not clear when he picked up the hamstring issue but the fact he's starting already would seem to imply it's not a seriously concerning issue.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injured list Bassi (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Colorado.

Impact Bassi got his first start of the season against Portland last time out and now lands directly back on the injured list. The attacking midfielder will be a starting option in line for major minutes when he's fit, though he seems to be a true game-time call Saturday.

MARCH 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts four crosses Bassi was subbed off with an apparent injury in the 93rd minute of Saturday's 1-0 victory over Portland Timbers. He had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and thr...

Impact Bassi was selected to the starting XI for the first time this season during Houston's 1-0 victory over Portland on Saturday. Bassi attempted four crosses (two accurate) and created three chances in his 93 minuets of play. Bassi also chipped in one tackle (one won) and a clearance to the defensive effort. After appearing 33 times (30 starts) in 2023, Bassi will have more competition for minutes in 2024 as he looks to build upon the 12 goals he scored during his MLS-debut campaign in 2023.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in loss Bassi had one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Bassi went scoreless the last three playoff matches with just one goal in the last four games. He was the top scorer for Houston with 12, along with one assist. It was a decent first season for midfielder in the MLS, making 50 shots (23 on target) and creating 56 chances.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets against Real Salt Lake Bassi scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Monday's 1-1 (6-5) penalty shootout loss to Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 17th minute...

Impact Bassi missed a spot kick in the 28th minute but scored off the rebound. He made a tackle and a clearance. He also missed a penalty in the shootout and this led to Houston's loss.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets winner against Real Salt Lake Bassi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Bassi scored the winner in the 79th minute. He also made a tackle. He was substituted in the 87th minute for Luis Caicedo. He has three goal involvements in the last three games and is expected to start against Real Salt Lake next week as well.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists in win Bassi scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Colorado Rapids.

Impact Bassi scored in the eighth minute to double Houston's lead, before assisting Artur in the 84th to seal the deal. That was his first assist in the season, and 10th goal so far. The midfielder started in six of their last 11 games.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for substitute role Bassi is fit and in the match day squad to face Montreal on Wednesday.

Impact Bassi has recovered from a lower body injury in time to take up a role on the bench Wednesday. The attacker is a rare miss in the starting XI having started all but two of his appearances while scoring nine goals thus far on the season.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Bassi (lower body) is questionable for Wednesday's trip to Montreal, according to the Houston injury report.

Impact Bassi is questionable after picking up a lower leg injury. It's unclear what this issue is or where he picked it up after going 90 minutes with FC Dallas last time out. If available Bassi would be set for a role in the starting XI and a good chance to go the full 90.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in shots, chances created Bassi took three shots (two on goal), crossed once inaccurately and created two chances during Saturday's 1-1 draw with St. Louis.

Impact Bassi was held off the scoresheet despite leading Houston in both shots and chances created in the match. The attacker has just one goal in his past five matches while taking six shots, crossing 11 times and creating four chances during the same timeframe.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 25, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Bags penalty goal Bassi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one corner in Monday's 5-0 victory versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Bassi started the onslaught of the Timbers when he converted a penalty in the fifth minute of the match to open up the scoring. This French attacker now has nine goals on the season, having five more than any other player on the Dynamo. Although he is their leading scorer, it was his first goal in four matches in the MLS. The 25-year-old has enjoyed being their main attacker this season and will be a huge player for the Dynamo at the end of the season in the tightly contested Western division.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Bassi registered one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Bassi created a pair of chances and sent in four crosses during Saturday's loss. The forward has been excellent since joining MLS, with eight goals and three secondary assists in 17 appearances. The only thing Bassi has failed to do in MLS is earn a primary assist and with 21 chances created it seems only to be a matter of time.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in victory Bassi scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 4-1 win versus San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Bassi scored the opener in the 3rd minute. He recorded two shots, two crosses and one interception. He has now scored thrice in the last four matches. He also enjoys a good penalty record as he has scored all five penalties he has taken this season. He was replaced in the 82nd minute by Griffin Dorsey.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty Saturday Bassi scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Bassi scored Houston's second goal with a penalty kick, sending John McCarthy the other way. The talented playmaker has been one of Houston's best players and has scored seven goals already, including two over his last two appearances.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in Open Cup Bassi (undisclosed) started and played 73 minutes of Tuesday's victory against Chicago in the U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals.

Impact Bassi missed last weekend's loss to St. Louis City for an undisclosed reason, but it seems he was just resting ahead of the cup clash on Tuesday. He's expected to be available once again versus LAFC in Saturday's league match.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses STL defeat Bassi (undisclosed) was not involved in Saturday's loss to St. Louis City SC.

Impact Bassi had started 10 of Houston's last 11 league games heading into last weekend, but he missed out on the squad entirely on Saturday with Ivan Franco replacing him on the right wing in the XI.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies in loss Bassi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 6-2 defeat to Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Bassi netted his sixth goal of the season during Wednesday's one-sided loss. The forward was held off the scoresheet for seven matches before finally returning to the goals in the one-sided loss. Bassi will hope to find some strong form once more and continue a strong debut year in MLS.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in return Bassi generated one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against FC Dallas.

Impact Bassi was forced to miss last match with a suspension, (red card) and was back in the lineup against Dallas. He has failed to score since April 9, scoring five goals in his first five matches. This follows an average of just 1.41 shots per game.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Can return from suspension Bassi will be eligible to feature in Saturday's clash against FC Dallas after serving a red card suspension.

Impact Bassi missed the midweek loss to Minnesota United after getting sent off in the previous match against the Sounders, but he is likely to return to the XI on the left wing to face Dallas on Saturday.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Saturday Bassi was sent off after being shown a straight red car during Saturday's match against the Seattle Sounders.

Impact Bassi has made eight starts in a row and will now be forced to miss next match with a suspension after being shown a straight red card Saturday. During his first season in the MLS, the forward has scored five goals in nine appearances. Either Thor Ulfarsson or Sebastian Ferreira could get the start up top against the Minnesota United FC on Wednesday.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE