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Hornets guard Knueppel rises in stock following LaMelo Ball trade

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 1:25 AM

Last updated Jul 30, 2026

Hornets guard Knueppel rises in stock following LaMelo Ball trade

Summary

Kon Knueppel has been recognized among the top summer stock risers in the NBA after the Charlotte Hornets traded LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Knueppel, who led the league with 273 three-pointers as a rookie in 2025-26, is expected to take on a larger playmaking role in the upcoming season. He averaged 18.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.4 assists last season, starting 80 of 81 games. The Hornets also re-signed Coby White and made multiple acquisitions, including Naz Reid, to enhance their roster. Coach Charles Lee is likely to feature Knueppel prominently alongside White and other key players.

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Market Watch

•Knueppel was drafted fourth overall by Charlotte in 2025.
•He averaged 18.5 points and 273 three-pointers last season.
•Ball was traded to Minnesota in a deal that included multiple draft picks.
•Coach Charles Lee is expected to start Knueppel and White alongside Miller.
•Knueppel won Summer League Championship MVP with 21 points in July.

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1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Kon Knueppel Among Summer's Stock Risers After Hornets Trade LaMelo Ball

What they're saying

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Kon Knueppel made NBC Sports' summer stock risers list. The Hornets guard led the NBA with 273 3-pointers as a rookie and takes on more playmaking in 2026-27.
— Yahoo Sports

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