Having produced a 32-point fastbreak performance against the Phoenix Suns just nine days prior, the Washington Wizards — even without victory — roamed into the desert with the next best thing: a surefire method for success. Eager to reap the rewards associated with Phoenix’s vulnerable transition defense, Bilal Coulibaly during a transition two-on-one, offsetting Kevin Durant’s backpedal with a full-on sprint. Unrivaled in his ambitious soar through the air, the Washington Wizards’ second-year star turns a lob into a one-handed alley-oop jam, evoking an audible murmur from the road crowd. Authoring multiple big-time jams by January 25, 2025’s end, Coulibaly used his athleticism to help contribute to 27 transition points, allowing the Wizards opportunities to stay competitive in defeat. The final box score for Coulibaly included 12 points (on a smooth five-of-eight shooting), joined by four rebounds, four assists, and a block. · Jan 26, 2025