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Behind the Scenes: Hornets GM Sifts Through Options in NBA Draft

Jeff Peterson's scouting report for each of the six players the Hornets considered.

Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

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Jeff Peterson stunned everyone when he turned the card in for the Charlotte Hornets to take Tidjane Salaün with the sixth overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. It was clear that he's the guy they felt had the highest ceiling, but knew there would be a lot of development that would need to take place before he's someone they can truly count on.