Moussa Diabaté News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

Questionable for Saturday Diabate is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Warriors due to right hamstring soreness.

Impact The hamstring issue is a new concern for Diabate, who has been a regular on the injury report so far this month due to hip and wrist injuries. If the big man is not cleared to play in the front end of this back-to-back set, Ryan Kalkbrenner would likely step into the starting five, while PJ Hall could enter the Charlotte rotation.

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Golden State takes on Charlotte in non-conference action

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Available to play Diabate (hip) will play Thursday versus the Lakers.

Impact Diabate was being listed as probable and now we have official confirmation that he'll be out there. Diabate is averaging 8.2 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game this season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will play Thursday Diabate (hip) is good to go for Thursday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Diabate was initially listed as probable, and now we have official confirmation that he'll be out there. Diabate is averaging 8.2 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game this season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Probable with hip soreness Diabate is probable for Thursday's game against the Lakers with right hip soreness.

Impact After initially being considered questionable, Diabate is now expected to play Thursday. He's started nine games in a row, during which Diabate has averaged 11.1 rebounds, 9.3 points, 2.4 assists and 1.3 blocks in 31.7 minutes per contest.

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Handed questionable tag Diabate is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Lakers due to right hip soreness.

Impact Diabate pops up on the Hornets' injury report with a hip injury. The center has started in both games since Ryan Kalkbrenner returned from a prolonged absence, and Diabate is averaging 9.6 points, 10.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.8 blocks across 30.6 minutes per game in January.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Logs impressive 13/15 line Diabate closed with 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 FT), 15 rebounds, four assists, four blocks and one steal in 35 minutes during Monday's 117-109 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Diabate was an excellent bright spot during the loss, as the 2025 second-round pick continued to hold onto the starting role despite Ryan Kalkbrenner's return. Kalkbrenner scored only two points over 13 minutes during the loss, and while it may be the team's intent to bring Kalkbrenner back slowly, Diabate is definitely making a case for more time at the five. He logged a solid 8.7 points, 10.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 0.9 blocks during Kalkbrenner's seven-game absence.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hornets at Clippers: Moussa Diabate Postgame Media Availability

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Leonard scores 35, Harden moves to 9th place on NBA's scoring list as Clippers beat Hornets 117-109

Kawhi Leonard score 35 points and James Harden scored 32 to move into ninth place on the NBA’s career scoring list, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Charlotte Hornets 117-109...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Modest performance in loss Diabate racked up 10 points (2-5 FG, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block over 36 minutes during Thursday's 114-112 loss to the Pacers.

Impact Diabate finished Thursday's loss to the Pacers with only five boards, his fewest since Dec. 20 and the only time he's been held below eight since entering the starting lineup on Dec. 23. With Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) sidelined, Diabate has played at least 28 minutes in seven straight games and has been a strong source of rebounds, averaging 8.7 points, 10.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 0.9 blocks in 32.3 minutes per game during that time.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte faces Indiana on 3-game home skid

Charlotte will attempt to end its three-game home slide when the Hornets host Indiana

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Quickley's 3-pointer at the buzzer sends the Raptors past the Hornets 97-96 for 5th win in 6 games

Immanuel Quickley hit a 3-pointer from the top of the key at the buzzer and the Toronto Raptors rallied from a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the Charlotte Hornets...

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Cleared to play Diabate (wrist) is available for Wednesday's game against Toronto.

Impact Diabate was tabbed probable due to a wrist injury, but he'll be in action Wednesday night. The 23-year-old will likely make his eighth start of the season, as Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) remains sidelined. In his seven starts, Diabate is averaging 8.9 points, 11.1 rebounds and 2.6 assists across 31.9 minutes.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play against Raptors Diabate is probable for Wednesday's game against Toronto due to a right wrist sprain.

Impact Diabate recently sat out two games due to the sprain, and the Hornets continue to keep an eye on his health for the first half of this back-to-back set. With Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) facing another absence, Diabate is slated to start Wednesday. Diabate has averaged 8.9 points, 11.1 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 31.8 minutes per tilt across seven games as a starter this season, shooting 67.6 percent from the floor.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Moussa Diabate is the heartbeat Charlotte didn't know it needed Moussa Diabate’s incomparable qualities on both ends of the floor have made him an invaluable spark plug for the Charlotte Hornets.

JANUARY 6 • SWARMANDSTING.COM

Nearly double-doubles Diabate accumulated nine points (4-5 FG, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds and five assists over 28 minutes during Monday's 124-97 victory over Oklahoma City.

Impact Diabate was able to return from a two-game absence related to a wrist injury, and he picked up right where he left off. Meanwhile, Ryan Kalkbrenner remains sidelined by an elbow issue that continues to linger. Over his last five games, Diabate is averaging 9.0 points, 11.8 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 0.6 blocks in 31.9 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Available Monday Diabate (wrist) is available for Monday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Diabate will return from a two-game absence due to a right wrist sprain, and he's expected to get the starting nod with Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) remaining on the shelf. Diabate has started each of his last four outings, averaging 9.0 points, 12.0 rebounds and 2.5 assists in 33.0 minutes per contest over that stretch. With the 23-year-old big man back in the lineup, PJ Hall should slide to the second unit against Oklahoma City.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Diabate is probable for Monday's game against the Thunder with a sprained right wrist.

Impact With Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) still sidelined, Diabate should resume his role as the starting center in his expected return from a two-game absence. Diabate has averaged 8.8 points, 11.0 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 32.4 minutes per contest across six games as a starter this season, shooting 65.6 percent from the floor.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Diabate (wrist) is questionable for Monday's matchup with the Thunder.

Impact It looks like there's a chance Diabate could return from a two-game absence Monday, but we'll have a better idea on his status based on his activity level at shootaround. If Diabate is cleared to return, Tidjane Salaun could see a reduction in minutes.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bridges and Miller help the Hornets beat the Bulls 112-99

Miles Bridges had 26 points and 14 rebounds, helping the Charlotte Hornets beat the Chicago Bulls 112-99

JANUARY 4 • Associated Press

Out again Saturday Diabate (wrist) won't play in Saturday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Diabate will miss a second straight game due to a sprained right wrist. With Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) also sidelined, PJ Hall and Tidjane Salaun should step into considerably larger roles. Diabate's next chance to play will come Monday at Oklahoma City.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out Friday Diabate is out for Friday's game against the Bucks due to a right wrist sprain.

Impact Diabate will try to recover in time to be available for Saturday's contest against the Bulls. The Hornets are incredibly thin at center Friday, meaning PJ Hall could be thrust into a big role at the five. Tidjane Salaun might see enough playing time to warrant streaming consideration in deeper leagues as well.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

The Charlotte Hornets have a legitimate center competition The Charlotte Hornets came into the 2025-26 NBA season without a clear starting center. Moussa Diabate was undersized and brought little to...

JANUARY 2 • SI.COM

Questionable with wrist sprain Diabate is questionable for Friday's game against the Bucks due to a right wrist sprain.

Impact Friday is the first half of a back-to-back for the Hornets, which could play a part in determining the 2022 second-rounder's availability this weekend. With Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) and Mason Plumlee (groin) unavailable, PJ Hall could start at center while Tidjane Salaun picks up the backup role if Diabate is also out.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nearly double-doubles Diabate notched 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 35 minutes during Monday's 123-113 loss to the Bucks.

Impact Diabate continues to thrive in the absence of Ryan Kalkbrenner (ankle), whose been sidelined for four straight games. During that small sample size, Diabate has produced fourth-round value in nine-category formats with averages of 10.3 points, 13.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 2.0 steals and 0.5 blocks in 32.9 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Golden State takes on Charlotte in non-conference action

Leonard scores 35, Harden moves to 9th place on NBA's scoring list as Clippers beat Hornets 117-109

Charlotte faces Indiana on 3-game home skid

Quickley's 3-pointer at the buzzer sends the Raptors past the Hornets 97-96 for 5th win in 6 games

Bridges and Miller help the Hornets beat the Bulls 112-99