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The Charlotte Hornets blew out the Raptors in Toronto on Friday, and the night belonged to 20-year-old NBA sophomore Tidjane Salaun. Salaun, the No. 6 overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft, finished with a career-high 21 points in Toronto on a ridiculous 5-of-6 from three-point range.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 6

Hornets’ Tidjane Salaun reflects on career game in blowout win over Raptors

The Charlotte Hornets were desperate to break free from the losing column, and Tidjane Salaun rose as the unlikely hero by erupting for a career-high that completely reshaped the night.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / December 5

Hornets star LaMelo Ball exits game vs. Raptors with injury

Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball was unable to finish Friday’s game at Toronto, having been ruled out in the second half with left ankle soreness.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Total Apex Sports / November 3

Hornets Send Tidjane Salaün to G League: What It Really Means For Former 1st Round Pick

The Charlotte Hornets have officially sent their 2024 sixth overall draft pick, Tidjane Salaun, down to the Greensboro Swarm for what feels like the umpteenth time.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / November 3

What Tidjane Salaün's move to the G League means for the Hornets' rotation

After playing in each of the first seven games this year, Charlotte Hornets second-year rookie Tidjane Salaun has been assigned to the Greensboro Swarm ahead of the Hornets' upcoming two-game road trip.

Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

Hornets Make Decisions On Two Young Forwards, What Does It Mean For Franchise Going Forward?

The Charlotte Hornets picked up the options of Brandon Miller and Tidjane Salaun, the team announced today. While it is not surprising that the Hornets chose to keep the pair in the fold, they did wait until the last day to make the decision.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / October 31

Hornets exercise 2026-27 options on Brandon Miller, Tidjane Salaun

The Hornets have picked up their rookie scale team options on wing Brandon Miller and forward Tidjane Salaun, the team announced Friday in a press release.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Draft on SI / August 26

How Tidjane Salaun Fits in With the Charlotte Hornets Next Season

When the Charlotte Hornets selected Tidjane Salaun sixth overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, a lot of people saw it as a reach. Salaun had only recently turned 19 and was coming off a decent professional season overseas.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / August 7

Three NBA Sophomore Forwards Poised for 2025-2026 Breakouts

The 2024 NBA Draft class was widely viewed as a weaker group of prospects in terms of top-end talent, which so far, has seemed accurate. There's not many –– if any –– players that are thought to be future stars of the association.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 4

What a Tidjane Salaun leap could bring the Charlotte Hornets roster in 2025-26

Being part of a Fantasy Football league, drafting is hard. Some picks are safe, obvious hits. Others are complete risks that could result in an entire season being derailed.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 25

The Hornets non-starter with the most pressure to perform next season

When a team is in the midst of a rebuild, hitting on draft picks is crucial. What's even more crucial is hitting on top ten selections. While some fans want to see their team draft the flashy young guy with high upside, other fans want to see their team select someone safe, who will come in and make a positive impact on day one.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 11

Tidjane Salaun must look better in Summer League, analyst claims

The Charlotte Hornets took a big swing in the 2024 draft by taking Tidjane Salaun, someone who is still not yet 20 years old. Pressed into much more NBA action than expected thanks to injuries, Salaun was downright awful at the NBA level in 2024-25.

Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / July 6

Tidjane Salaun’s Grit Is Starting to Pay Off in Charlotte

Last season, Tidjane Salaun looked more like a long-term project than a polished NBA player. His rookie campaign was filled with multiple growing pains that included shooting slumps and defensive lapses that left many questioning if Charlotte’s sixth overall pick was ready for the big stage.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 5

These two Hornets have the most to prove in Summer League — here’s why

The Hornets came out of the draft with one of the deepest rookie classes in the league — four guys who could help right away. Now, with the Summer League roster officially out, it’s time to see who’s ready to fight for a real role come October.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 2

The Charlotte Hornets have released their roster for Summer League

The Charlotte Hornets released their Summer League roster on Wednesday afternoon, and it includes several names that Hornets fans should be extremely excited to watch in a few weeks.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 20

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 18

The Hornets biggest regret is drafting Tidjane Salaun, Bleacher Report says

The Charlotte Hornets might be filled with regret after an injury-filled season resulted in another year trending in the wrong direction. They've lost more games every year for the past three years.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Draft on SI / February 11

Charlotte Hornets: Tidjane Salaun gaining confidence despite early struggles

Tidjane Salaun has not had the rookie compaign he would have hoped for thus far, but for a Hornets team far out of playoff contention with a number of injuries his development will be key for the back half of their season.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / December 5, 2024