Salaun recorded 16 points (5-9 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound and one assist over 22 minutes in Wednesday's 114-93 preseason loss to the Celtics.

Tidjane Salaün provided an efficient scoring boost for the Charlotte Hornets, tallying 16 points in their 114-93 defeat to the Boston Celtics. In 21 minutes and 47 seconds, Salaün shot an impressive 5/9 from the field (55.6%) and connected on 4/8 from three-point range (50%), while also going perfect 2/2 from the free-throw line (100%). He added 1 defensive rebound and 1 assist, along with 0 steals and 0 blocks, though he committed 4 turnovers and finished with a -8 plus/minus.

Salaun finished with five points (1-8 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and one assist in 23 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 105-90 preseason win over Milwaukee.

Tidjane Salaün battled hard for the Charlotte Hornets despite their 124-90 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Playing 28:05 minutes, Salaün recorded 6 points on 2-of-7 (28.6%) shooting from the field, including 1-of-3 (33.3%) from three-point range, and 1-of-3 (33.3%) from the free-throw line. He added 2 defensive rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals, though he also committed 3 turnovers, finishing with a -24 plus/minus.

Salaun said Monday that he's focused on becoming a more versatile contributor as he competes for playing time in Charlotte's rotation, Sam reports.