Moussa Diabaté News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

Strong performance in spot start Diabate supplied 12 points (6-6 FG), 18 rebounds and one assist over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 126-109 win over the Wizards.

Impact Diabate made his third start of the regular season Tuesday due to the absences of Mason Plumlee (groin) and Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow). Diabate made the most of his opportunity, grabbing a career-high 18 boards en route to his seventh double-double of the season (and first since Nov. 23 against the Hawks). Charlotte's next game is on the road Friday against Orlando, which Diabate would likely start in if Kalbrenner is unable to play.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Moussa Diabate makes undeniable case to be considered a part of Hornets' nucleus Charlotte Hornets youngster Moussa Diabate has continued to prove that the organization cannot deem him expendable.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • SWARMANDSTING.COM

Moussa Diabate dominates the glass for Charlotte in the absence of Ryan Kalkbrenner | Sporting News Diabate is one of the strongest offensive rebounders in the league.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

LaMelo Ball scores 23, Hornets use strong fourth quarter to pull away from Wizards 126-109

LaMelo Ball had 23 points and nine assists, Brandon Miller added 20 points and the Charlotte Hornets pulled away in the fourth quarter to defeat the Washington Wizards 126-109 on T...

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting vs. Wizards Diabate will be in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.

Impact Both Mason Plumlee (groin) and Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) are out Tuesday. Diabate has averaged 8.5 points, 9.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 steals in 31.6 minutes per tilt across a pair of games as a starter this season.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Season-high 14 rebounds Diabate notched five points (2-6 FG, 1-2 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists and six steals across 28 minutes during Monday's 139-132 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Despite coming off the bench, Diabate played the bulk of the center minutes, following an injury to Mason Plumlee (groin) after just 10 minutes. Ryan Kalkbrenner was also missing in this one, sidelined due to an elbow injury. Diabate rewarded anyone who streamed him in, recording a career-high six steals, while also dominating the glass with a season-high 14 boards. If Kalkbrenner and Plumlee are to miss more time, Diabate would become a must-roster player, albeit as a short-term option only.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell scores 30 points as the Cavaliers beat the Hornets 139-132 to end a 3-game losing streak

Donovan Mitchell scored 30 points and De’Andre Hunter had 15 of his 27 points in the second half, powering the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 139-132 victory over the Charlotte Hornets

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs six rebounds Thursday Diabate ended with five points (2-4 FG, 1-4 FT), six rebounds and three assists in 18 minutes during Thursday's 133-126 victory over the Hawks.

Impact Diabate managed to lead his team in rebounds despite having limited playing time off the bench in the win. He has made a limited impact in recent action, but his involvement on the boards and occasional shooting numbers make him a decent second-unit option going forward.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Diabate (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Impact The expectation was that Diabate would be able to play through a knee problem, given that the Hornets upgraded him to probable earlier Friday. Over his last 11 games, the 23-year-old center has averaged 7.9 rebounds, 7.0 points, 1.7 assists and 0.7 blocks in 21.8 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Diabate (knee) is probable for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Diabate was previously listed as questionable, but it sounds like he's set to return from a one-game absence. He's been battling this knee soreness for a while, so the Hornets may be mindful of his workload behind Ryan Kalkbrenner.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Diabate (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Diabate is in danger of missing consecutive contests due to right knee soreness. The Hornets would really need to rely heavily upon Ryan Kalkbrenner at center if Diabate cannot play, and Mason Plumlee would likely remain in the rotation as the backup in this case.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago faces Charlotte, looks to halt 7-game slide

Chicago enters the matchup with Charlotte after losing seven straight games

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out Sunday Diabate (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Diabate is dealing with right knee soreness and will miss his first game of the season Sunday. With the big man sidelined, Mason Plumlee will likely see increased playing time behind Ryan Kalkbrenner. Diabate's next chance to play comes Friday against Chicago.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Diabate is questionable for Sunday's game against the Nuggets due to right knee soreness.

Impact This is a new injury for Diabate, but the center is considered day-to-day. If he's unable to give it a go, Ryan Kalkbrenner could have a higher floor in fantasy hoops, and Mason Plumlee could absorb some backup center minutes.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't start Friday Diabate won't start Friday against the Raptors.

Impact Ryan Kalkbrenner will rejoin the starting five Friday, pushing Diabate back to the second unit. The big man has averaged 7.4 points and 7.6 rebounds in 22.0 minutes per game over his last five outings off the bench.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Drawing start Wednesday Diabate is part of the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Diabate will supplant Ryan Kalkbrenner in the starting lineup for Wednesday's contest. In his only start this season, Diabate logged 15 points, 11 rebounds and one steal across 43 minutes of an overtime loss to Milwaukee -- a game Kalkbrenner was inactive for.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Only 18 minutes Friday Diabate produced four points (1-3 FG, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and two steals across 18 minutes during Friday's 123-116 victory over the Bulls.

Impact Diabate logged fewer than 20 minutes for the second straight game, something that should be monitored moving forward. Despite coming off the bench behind Ryan Kalkbrenner, Diabate has been able to carve out a meaningful role, averaging 9.4 points, 8.1 rebounds and 1.8 combined steals and blocks in 22,5 minutes per game. He is worth rostering in specific situations, those being anywhere typical big-man stats are required.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in defeat Diabate produced 12 points (4-4 FG, 4-4 FT), 11 rebounds and one assist in 25 minutes during Sunday's 113-110 loss to Atlanta.

Impact The 23-year-old center saw his usual playing time off the bench, though he split time with Mason Plumlee on Sunday due to Ryan Kalkbrenner (ankle) being sidelined. Diabate put together a productive performance, grabbing a game-high mark in rebounds en route to his sixth double-double on the campaign. While the big man doesn't normally get a ton of looks on the offensive end, he continues to provide value on the glass and has logged at least 20 minutes in nine straight games.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Harden erupts for 55, Clippers rout Hornets 131-116 in Paul's likely last game in North Carolina

James Harden made 10 3-pointers and scored a franchise-record 55 points, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Charlotte Hornets 131-116 hours after 12-time All-Star point guard Ch...

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Splitting time at center Diabate recorded eight points (3-9 FG, 2-3 FT), 12 rebounds and three assists over 24 minutes during Wednesday's 127-118 loss to the Pacers.

Impact Diabate's 24 minutes of action were one shy of starting center Ryan Kalkbrenner's total against the Pacers. The two finished with similar stats Wednesday night, both bordering on a double-double. There's no indication that Diabete's role will fade, as he's averaging 10.3 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game across the month of November despite splitting time with Kalkbrenner.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

The Hornets have already found their next Moussa Diabate After discovering and developing Moussa Diabate last season, the Charlotte Hornets may have found another two-way gem this year.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • SWARMANDSTING.COM

Efficient double-double Diabate closed Saturday's 109-96 loss to Oklahoma City with 13 points (6-7 FG, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal over 24 minutes.

Impact Diabate moved back to the bench following the return of Ryan Kalkbrenner to the starting lineup, but the big man produced at both ends once again and delivered a second consecutive double-double. Diabate has five double-doubles on the season and could be a solid streaming option in some formats, particularly category-based leagues for managers looking to boost their rebounding numbers.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets vs Thunder: Moussa Diabate Postgame Media Availability

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren lead Thunder to 109-96 win over Hornets for 5th straight victory

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points and Chet Holmgren added 25 as the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder used a big third quarter to beat the Charlotte Hornets 109-96 fo...

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Antetokounmpo returns to help Bucks outlast Knueppel and Hornets, 147-134 in overtime

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 25 points, 18 assists and seven rebounds in his return and the Bucks outlasted former Milwaukee high school star Kon Knueppel and the Charlotte Hornets 14...

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

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