Bilal Coulibaly Cleared for Debut After Option Exercise
Bilal Coulibaly has received the green light to make his professional debut. The Washington Wizards announced the exercise of his team option for the 2026-27 season on October 30, 2025. This option is valued at $9.24 million.
Wizards’ Rookie Scale Options for 2026-27
In addition to Coulibaly, the Wizards have also exercised team options for several other players:
- Alex Sarr: $12.37 million
- Cam Whitmore: $5.46 million
- Bub Carrington: $4.9 million
- AJ Johnson: $3.24 million
- Kyshawn George: $3.11 million
Coulibaly’s Recovery
Bilal Coulibaly is set to debut in the 2025-26 season following a successful recovery. He had undergone surgery on September 12 to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb. This procedure has cleared him to play against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The decision to exercise Coulibaly’s option was widely viewed as an obvious choice for the Wizards, given his potential impact on the team.
Looking Ahead
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as Coulibaly takes the court. His performance could significantly influence the Wizards’ strategy for the upcoming seasons.
