Bassey tore his left ACL in December of 2023 and is expected to miss the start of 2024-25. In 19 regular-season appearances last season, the 2021 second-round pick served as the primary backup center behind Zach Collins, a smaller role than his first season in San Antonio when the Spurs didn't have Victor Wembanyama roaming the paint. Bassey and Sandro Mamukelashvili signed similar one-year deals this offseason and figure to compete for backup minutes. However, taking the injury out of the equation, Bassey's role is murkier than last season. Wembanyama's move to center will have Collins playing off the bench, leaving Bassey and Mamukelashvili to compete for third-string minutes. Bassey's injury concerns, competition and limited fantasy upside - he's essentially a traditional big man with no outside shot - make him undraftable in standard leagues. However, his situation could change as the season progresses, so he's worth keeping an eye on when he's finally cleared to play.
