Charles Lee speaks on Tidjane Salaün's career high scoring output in narrow loss vs. Heat

The Charlotte Hornets may have fallen to the Miami Heat 98-94, but rookie forward Tidjane Salaün stole the show with a career-high performance.

Salaün finished the game with 17 points on 58% shooting from the field, along with three steals. His impact on both ends of the floor was evident, as he brought energy and intensity on the night.

Salaün's dramatic three-pointer with 42 seconds remaining electrified the crowd and briefly put the Hornets ahead.

Hornets' head coach Charles Lee was impressed with the first rounder's performance, highlighting his defensive effort.