One of the biggest question marks surrounding the Charlotte Hornets entering the regular season was Tidjane Salaun. One game in, and it's looking like the second-year forward has a pathway to becoming a serviceable role player. All he has to do is focus on being an energy guy off the bench.
The Hornets had an impressive season opener, putting on an offensive clinic against the Brooklyn Nets. For a while in the first half, the Nets were able to keep up with the home squad's torrid scoring. However, Salaun helped create some separation in the scoreboard, thanks to his defense and hustle.