If we talk a lot about Moussa Diabate In Charlotte this season, notably with her rebound energy, we must not forget that there is another French in the workforce, Tidjane Salaün. It is true that his figures are a little more discreet and less convincing at the address level than his compatriot, but the sixth choice of the last draft makes his way too.
“He did a remarkable job to progress throughout the season”,, However, says Charles Lee.
“He had his ups and downs, but despite everything, he continued to show good sequences. Faced with Cleveland, he started badly and I took him out at one point because he came, on two possessions in a row, to let his opponent go to the basket without resistance. The next time, when I put it on the prosecution, I told him about the importance of the defense, not the attack. He did a good job and the attack followed. »»
Still a little trouble with the rhythm of the NBA
The Hornets coach has only one idea in mind for the end of the French season. “I expect it to be more regular. He works very hard and will continue to improve, I know it ”asserts Charles Lee.
Tidjane Salaün, in his first season and at only 19 years old (he will be 20 years old in August), has a lot to learn. The last weeks of the regular season could be precious to finish on gaining confidence.
“The style of play”, advance Charlotte's coach on the main change to absorb for the young Frenchman. “We play more rhythm here. The game in Europe is very physical, very creative, with systems and movements. He is therefore able to arrive here, he is very intelligent on the parquet floor. But the speed of the game is different, even “spacing”, with a slightly different 3-PTS line. He has done a good job to adapt so far. »»
| Tidjane Salaun | Percentage | Rebound | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Team | MJ | Min | Shots | 3pts | Lf | Off | Def | Early | PD | Fte | Int | COP | Ct | Pts |
| 2024-25 | Cha | 48 | 19 | 31.9 | 28.9 | 71.9 | 1.2 | 3.0 | 4.2 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 5.2 |
| Total | 48 | 19 | 31.9 | 28.9 | 71.9 | 1.2 | 3.0 | 4.2 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 5.2 | |
How to read the stats? MJ = matches played; Min = minutes; Shots = successful shots / tempted shots; 3pts = 3-point / 3-point attempted; LF = Successful free throws / tempted free throws; Off = offensive rebound; Def = defensive rebound; Tot = Total rebounds; PD = assists; FTE: Personal faults; Int = interceptions; BP = lost bullets; CT: against; Pts = points.
