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Why Josh Green is 'happy' for Tidjane Salaun, Nick Smith Jr. amid tough Hornets season

The Charlotte Hornets fell to the Orlando Magic 111-104 on Tuesday. It was their third straight loss, but some positives were taken out of this game by head coach Charles Lee and players alike.

Losses have still allowed for some of the other young talents to have a chance to grow and flourish in some new roles. Injuries play a part, but it's been a next-man-up mentality for this team on a nightly basis.

Josh Green on Nick Smith Jr., Tidjane Salaun

Josh Green, who finished with 13 points in 21 minutes, gave his props to rookie Tidjane Salaun and Nick Smith Jr.