Charlotte acquires a young developmental piece with upside in a multi-team shuffle. Five headlines show Dieng bounced between multiple teams before landing with the Hornets. His versatility and size at 6'9" provides intriguing positional flexibility for development. Fans are cautiously optimistic about his potential despite inconsistent NBA production so far. Dieng should compete for backup minutes while continuing his developmental trajectory.
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Contract Value Index (CVI)
C
Fair Value
OverpayFair ValueGreat Value
This trade grades out as a reasonable deal (B-) for the Charlotte Hornets, acquiring center Ousmane Dieng. The 1-year, $6.7M deal ($6.7M AAV) represents a fair commitment relative to market rates. Ousmane Dieng brings league-average production to the roster (C Performance grade), providing the Charlotte Hornets with a meaningful contributor. At 22 years old, Ousmane Dieng is a young developing player, with room to develop further. This move signals Charlotte Hornets' aggressive approach to improving the roster as they look to strengthen their competitive position.
Overall Value
Overpay
On-Court ProductionAverage
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Salary vs MarketMarket Rate
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Age & Prime WindowElite
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Contract ContextVery Good
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Contract Details
Length
1 year
Total Value
$6.7M
AAV
$6.7M
Transaction Info
Type
Trade
Date
Feb 4, 2026
Season
2025-26
Acquired F Ousmane Dieng and a second-round draft pick from Oklahoma City in exchange for C Mason Plumlee. Acquired Gs Mike Conley and Coby White from Chicago in exchange for F Ousmane Dieng, G Collin Sexton and three second-round picks.
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