The Charlotte Hornets puzzlingly decided to pass on Donovan Clingan in the 2024 NBA Draft, taking a gamble on French prospect Tidjane Salaun with the No. 6 overall pick. The Portland Trail Blazers were then able to capitalize on that mistake, taking Clingan at No. 7.
Salaun is just 20 years old and was viewed as a project-type player entering the draft. Because of that, it's too early to officially declare him a draft bust. However, from what Clingan has already shown as a rookie and now a few games into his second season, the Hornets should absolutely be regretting passing up the UConn product.