As commonly expected, the Charlotte Hornets have exercised the fourth-year team options on Brandon Miller’s and Tidjane Salaun’s contracts. This decision cements their dedication to each player for the next few seasons. This decision shows that the organization has faith in their maturation and future impact to the club.
Brandon Miller, the 2023 second overall pick, has drawn blatant comparisons to Paul George. It’s a natural development, but one that we’ve already seen early in the season. His scoring average is 14.5 per game. He chips in 4.0 assists per game, though he’s only appeared in two games this year. Last season, Miller played at an extremely high level, averaging 21.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 27 contests. His ability to score and facilitate plays marks him as a key player for the Hornets as they look to improve their standing in the league.
Tidjane Salaun, the sixth overall pick from the 2024 draft who had his team option exercised. In five games this season, Salaun is averaging 4.0 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. Last year, he put up 5.9 points a game, showing a pretty linear development in what is generally seen as a rookie season in the NBA.
Both players are a central parts of the Hornets’ big talent infusion. They are deeply committed to honing their craft and contributing to executing on the team’s mission. Their joint decision to exercise their options not only shows the franchise’s overall direction but their commitment to building a competitive roster around this young core.
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