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NBA News / Yardbarker / January 22
Hornets bench shines in blowout win over Magic
Just one night after scoring 87 points on national television, the Charlotte Hornets responded with a 124-97 win over the Orlando Magic.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 2
NBA insider makes bold prediction about supposed Hornets draft bust
The Charlotte Hornets have really hit on their draft picks more often than not. Since 2020, they've really only had one bad draft (2021). 2024 was viewed as a rough one because the Hornets took a bold swing that didn't work out.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 20
Tidjane Salaun is starting to finally show signs of promise for the Hornets
After his first season in the NBA, Tidjane Salaün was a hot topic amongst the Charlotte Hornets fanbase, and not for good reason. The Hornets selected the forward sixth overall out of France, and it was clear from day one that there would need to be patience regarding his abilities.
The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / December 7
Tidjane Salaun's career night a reflection of Hornets' sound developmental program
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.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
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.
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.
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 / 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, 2025
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, 2025
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.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 4, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
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.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 5, 2025
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, 2025
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, 2025
Landing spots for three NBA Draft prospects remain a mystery
With most of the pre-draft process already wrapped up, it feels safe to project the landing spots of many of the draft’s premier talent. Except for these three players.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Draft on SI / February 11, 2025
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
Hornets rookie suffers ankle sprain as injuries continue to add up
He’s started each of the past six games for the Hornets.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 28, 2024
Hornets rookie emerges in loss to Heat
He finished with 17 points and three steals, helping his team erase a 17-point Miami lead in the final nine minutes.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 12, 2024
The next prospect set to continue France’s NBA dominance
France’s NBA impact is only beginning. Another prospect, Nolan Traore, is already drawing attention ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft.
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 4, 2024
NBA rookie stock report: Grizzlies and Wizards duos are shining; No. 1 pick has struggled
Here's a stock report highlighting several of the most notable rookies in the Association.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Wire / October 20, 2024
Hornets Preview: It Almost All Comes Down To LaMelo Ball
A look at the Charlotte Hornets entering the 2024-25 season … Coach: Charles Lee Last Season: 21-61 (failed to make the playoffs) New Faces: Josh Green, Taj Gibson, Tidjane Salaun, Charlie Brown Jr., DaQuan Jeffries, Duane Washington Jr.
Charlotte Hornets News / NBA Draft on SI / October 16, 2024
Hornets’ Rookie Tidjane Salaun Looks Ahead of Schedule
Taken with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Tidjane Salaun was a welcome surprise for most Charlotte Hornets fans. The team could’ve very well swung for another older, win-now prospect near the top of the draft in hopes of him assimilating quickly next to stars LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller.
Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / July 3, 2024
Hornets' top draft pick signs rookie contract
The Hornets have signed lottery pick Tidjane Salaun to his rookie scale contract.
Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 1, 2024
Jeff Peterson Reveals Salaun Was "Right there at the top of our board"
The Charlotte Hornets drafted the best prospect in the 2024 NBA Draft, or that's at least how Jeff Peterson sees it. The Hornets' VP of Basketball Operations recently appeared on the "Hornets Hive Cast" discussing the 2024 NBA Draft and made the startling revelation.
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