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The Charlotte Hornets 2024-25 season was one to forget. Well, not for everyone. It was a career year for Moussa Diabate, the French center that the Hornets originally signed to a two-way contract back in July.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / April 5

Moussa Diabate further proves he should be a staple in the Hornets' rebuild

It may have come in yet another loss, but Charlotte Hornets center Mousa Diabate notched the seventh double-double of his career with a 15-point, 11-rebound performance on Friday night against the Sacramento Kings.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 25

Moussa Diabate is making life difficult for Charles Lee, but in a good way

One word: Electric. That's how Moussa Diabate should be described as a player. The 23-year-old Charlotte Hornets' center has been nothing short of electric for the Bugs this season, leading the team to make the difficult decision of moving on from starter Mark Williams in favor of the young French center.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 20

How did Moussa Diabate look after his injury scare on Tuesday night?

During the Charlotte Hornets' game on Tuesday night against the Atlanta Hawks, the collective Hornets' faithful held their breath. Third-year center Moussa Diabate was helped to the locker room with an injury in his right leg, in what appeared to be a serious injury, as Diabate was unable to put any weight on his leg.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 10

Moussa Diabate's emergence will give the Hornets a lot to think about this offseason

In a game that tested the depth of the Charlotte Hornets’ roster, Moussa Diabate emerged as a surprising force, stepping into a larger role with both of Charlotte’s key big men sidelined.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 5

Exclusive: Moussa Diabaté discusses earning contract with Hornets, goals for remainder of the season

Charlotte Hornets center Moussa Diabate joined Ashley Stroehlein ahead of the team’s Wednesday night matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves to discuss what this season has been like, earning his contract, goals for the remainder of the season and more.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Last Word On Sports / February 19

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NBA News / Maize n Brew / February 12

Pro Blue: Moussa Diabate dunks on Victor Wembanyama, gets a new contract

Moussa Diabate’s breakout year continued this week with a thunderous dunk over Victor Wembanyama, and a new contract to boot. Here’s how he and other former Wolverines fared in the NBA this past week: It was an eventful week of NBA action for the Michigan contingent in the professional ranks.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 12

Contract Details: Diabate, Ingram, Battle, Len, Cissoko, Martin

The Hornets used a portion of their room exception to give Moussa Diabate more than the prorated minimum on his new three-year deal, Hoops Rumors has learned.

NBA News / At The Hive / February 11

Recap/Analysis: Hornets offense struggles in loss to Nets

LaMelo Ball and Moussa Diabate left the game early with injuries and the Charlotte Hornets lost an ugly one to the Brooklyn Nets, 97-85. The Hornets actually started the game okay this time.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 10

LaMelo Ball, Moussa Diabate leave game versus Nets with injuries

As if the Charlotte Hornets haven't suffered enough injuries this season, they saw two more guys go down Monday night against the Brooklyn Nets. Point guard LaMelo Ball left the game with right ankle soreness, which is a massive concern moving forward.

Charlotte Hornets News / Field Level Media / February 10

Hornets sign F Moussa Diabate to 3-year deal

The Charlotte Hornets signed forward Moussa Diabate to a standard three-year deal. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed by the Hornets in their Sunday announcement.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Wire / February 9

Hornets Sign Moussa Diabate To Three-Year Deal

The Charlotte Hornets have officially promoted two-way player Moussa Diabate to a standard NBA contract, the team announced in a press release. The deal, first reported by Shams Charania of ESPN, will cover three seasons, according to sources.

Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / February 9

Hornets sign two-way player Moussa Diabate to three-year deal

The Hornets have promoted two-way player Moussa Diabate to a standard contract, the team announced in a press release. Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link) was the first to report the deal, and sources tell him it will cover three seasons.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 8

Moussa Diabaté or Jusuf Nurkić? Who will be the Hornets' new starting center?

After the Charlotte Hornets dealt center Mark Williams to the Lakers at the trade deadline, the team was left with only two centers, Moussa Diabate and Taj Gibson, on the roster.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 7

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / February 6

Recent trades could lead to Moussa Diabate earning a standard NBA contract

Following last night's trade with the Los Angeles Lakers, the Charlotte Hornets currently have 16 players on its roster. The roster limit in the NBA is 15, so obviously, more moves are on the way.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / January 30

Hornets center Moussa Diabate drawing comparisons to Dennis Rodman

Moussa Diabate was signed to a two-way contract in the off-season and he's been nothing short of exciting. Diabate has posted several crazy statlines over the season, which has drawn comparisons to NBA legend Dennis Rodman.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Hoops Rumors / August 16

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Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / July 29

Hornets Sign G League Standout To Two-Way Contract

As reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Charlotte Hornets are bringing in Moussa Diabate on a two-way contract. Charlotte previously had one two-way slot open as the other two are currently occupied by Leaky Black who appeared in 26 games for the Hornets in 2023-24 and 2024 second-round pick KJ Simpson.

NBA News / Los Angeles Clippers on SI / July 29

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