Tidjane Salaün News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

Falls out of the rotation Salaun (coach's decision) didn't appear off the bench Monday in the Hornets' 117-109 loss to the Clippers.

Impact After being recalled from the G League's Greensboro Swarm in late November, Salaun had emerged as a regular part of the Charlotte rotation. From Dec. 1 through this past weekend, Salaun had appeared in 18 of 19 games and averaged 7.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.2 three-pointers and 0.9 assists in 18.6 minutes per contest, with his only absence during that stretch being the result of a sore left ankle. However, with Grant Williams now back to full health after missing the start of the season while recovering from knee surgery, the Hornets no longer appear to have room on the second unit for Salaun. If playing time continues to be hard to come by for the second-year forward over the next handful of games, Salaun could be sent back to Greensboro in order to pick up steady minutes.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Salaun is available to play in Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Salaun was considered probable for Saturday's game due to a sprained left ankle. Since the start of December, Salaun has averaged 19.0 minutes per game. With Grant Williams (knee) and Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow) now healthy, though, Salaun could see his minutes drop going forward.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Saturday Salaun is probable for Saturday's game against the Jazz due to a left ankle sprain.

Impact Salaun has now drawn four probable tags in a row, suggesting the sprain remains of minimal concern. It sounds like Grant Williams (knee) is primed to make his season debut, which could have an adverse effect on Salaun's playing time. Over his past five appearances, Salaun has averaged 5.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 0.6 assists in 17.2 minutes per while shooting 52.6 percent from the field.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Salaun (ankle) is available to play Thursday versus the Pacers.

Impact Salaun will continue to play through the ankle issue, and he should see minutes in the teens off the bench. Salaun is averaging 6.6 points and 4.3 rebounds per game this season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Thursday Salaun is probable for Thursday's game against Indiana with a left ankle sprain.

Impact Salaun was also probable for Wednesday's game against Toronto, in which he finished with four points and six rebounds in 21 minutes. He's unlikely to see a big role Thursday with Brandon Miller returning from a one-game absence.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will play Wednesday Salaun (ankle) will play Wednesday against the Raptors.

Impact Salaun will power through the ankle issue and get out there for Wednesday's game. The second-year forward is averaging 6.7 points and 4.2 rebounds in 16.9 minutes per game this season.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Salaun (ankle) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Wednesday's matchup with the Raptors.

Impact It appears Salaun will be available for the first game of this back-to-back set, and he should see his usual minutes with the second unit. Check back for official confirmation on his status closer to tipoff.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Salaun (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Salaun shed his probable tag to suit up in Monday's win over the Thunder, though he's listed as questionable for Wednesday's contest due to a sprained left ankle. If the second-year forward is unable to suit up, Josh Green and Liam McNeeley are candidates for a slight bump in minutes.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go vs. OKC Salaun (ankle) has been cleared to play Monday against the Thunder.

Impact Salaun was held out of Saturday's game due to a left ankle issue, but he'll be back on the court for Monday's clash. He's shooting the ball well lately, knocking down 66.7 percent of his tries from the field and 50.0 percent from deep over his last four games.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday Salaun (ankle) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Salaun appears likely to return from a one-game absence for Charlotte. With this news, it will be interesting to see if Salaun reclaims his rotation spot back from Liam McNeeley.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Salaun (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game in Oklahoma City.

Impact Salaun is in danger of missing his second straight game, which would help Liam McNeely to remain in the rotation. Check back for official word on Salaun's status closer to Monday's tip.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 4 • RIPCITYPROJECT.COM

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

Late scratch Saturday Salaun won't play Saturday against the Bulls due to left ankle soreness.

Impact Salaun was a late scratch for this contest. He had been playing well for the Hornets, posting averages of 8.0 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.0 assists over his last six appearances. With this news, Liam McNeeley could be a bit more involved for the Hornets.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 11 boards in loss Salaun supplied three points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt), 11 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 28 minutes during Monday's 123-113 loss to Milwaukee.

Impact With Miles Bridges (ankle) going down in the first quarter, Salaun logged a season-high 28 minutes. While the second-year forward didn't provide much on the offensive end, he grabbed a game- and season-high 11 rebounds. Salaun has played 20 or more minutes in four straight games and could continue to see increased burn if Bridges is forced to miss additional time.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets coach Charles Lee is excited about Tidjane Salaun's recent development | Sporting News Tidjane Salaun has largely struggled during his NBA career, but he has shown promise for the Hornets recently.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Hornets at Magic: Tidjane Salaun & PJ Hall Postgame Media Availability

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Woeful in loss Salaun had two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist over 21 minutes during Monday's 139-132 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Salaun offered basically nothing in the loss, continuing what has been a quiet two weeks. In five games during that time, Salaun has averaged just 6.2 points and 2.8 rebounds in 17.3 minutes per game. While this is only his second season, it does appear as though taking him with the sixth pick in the 2024 draft could end up being a regrettable decision.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tidjane Salaun's unexpected rise spells good news for another Hornets youngster One of the Charlotte Hornets' rookies have struggled so far, but he can follow in the footsteps of the much-improved Tidjane Salaun.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • SWARMANDSTING.COM

Cleared to face Cavs Salaun (hip) is available for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Salaun was upgraded from questionable to probable Sunday morning, so his availability doesn't come as much of a surprise. The second year forward should see significant action off the bench, and he's averaging 10.8 points and 3.8 rebounds across 19.2 minutes per game since being recalled from the G League on Nov. 30.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bumped up to probable Salaun (hip) has been upgraded to probable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Salaun is dealing with soreness in his left hip, but he's tracking toward playing in Sunday's matchup against Cleveland. The second-year forward has been part of the Hornets' rotation over the last five games, averaging 10.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 19.2 minutes.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hip injury Salaun (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Salaun is working through left hip soreness, which may have flared up during the Hornets' 129-126 loss to the Bulls on Friday, when he played 17 minutes off the bench and finished with five points (2-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt), three assists, two rebounds and two steals. Sion James, Josh Green and Drew Peterson could see more minutes off the bench if Salaun is not cleared to play Sunday.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kon Knueppel cements role on Hornets further with Tidjane Salaun statement Kon Knueppel has looked like a future star, but he has also proven capable of giving the Charlotte Hornets what they need in a key area.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • SWARMANDSTING.COM

Tidjane Salaun credits confidence after career-high in Hornets' win | Sporting News Could things be turning around for the former No. 6 overall selection?

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Denver plays Charlotte following Jokic's 40-point game

Denver visits the Charlotte Hornets after Nikola Jokić scored 40 points in the Nuggets' 134-133 win over the Atlanta Hawks

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

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

Denver plays Charlotte following Jokic's 40-point game