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Hornets likely without Grant Williams and Kon Knueppel for season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 8:33 PM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Hornets likely without Grant Williams and Kon Knueppel for season opener

Summary

The Charlotte Hornets may start the season without key players Grant Williams and Kon Knueppel due to hamstring injuries sustained during offseason activities. Both players will miss the preseason and are set for re-evaluation during the first week of the regular season. This comes after the Hornets made several roster changes over the summer, including the trade of LaMelo Ball. The team aims to return to the playoffs after narrowly missing out last season.

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Status Watch

•Grant Williams and Kon Knueppel suffered hamstring injuries during offseason.
•Both players will miss the preseason and need re-evaluation.
•Hornets traded LaMelo Ball and made other offseason roster changes.
•The team aims to improve on last season's near-playoff finish.
•Williams and Knueppel have contracts worth a combined $98 million.

Latest Updates

8:33 PMYahoo Sports — Hornets suffer brutal blow as $98M exciting duo is likely out for season opener after injuries

What they're saying

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The Charlotte Hornets are an exciting team to watch for this season after barely missing the playoffs. However, they are going to start the season without two of their most reliable guys.
— Yahoo Sports

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