Kon Knueppel earns A+ grade for rookie season with Hornets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 12:35 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Kon Knueppel had a standout rookie season with the Charlotte Hornets during the 2025-26 NBA season. The No. 4 overall pick from the 2025 NBA Draft averaged 18.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.4 assists in 81 games, showcasing impressive shooting accuracy with a near 50/40/90 efficiency. He broke the rookie record for made 3-pointers and became one of three rookies in NBA history to average over 15 points and five rebounds while shooting above 40% from 3-point range. Despite falling short of the Rookie of the Year Award to former college roommate Cooper Flagg, Knueppel's performance exceeded expectations this season.
- •Knueppel played 81 games, starting 80 for the Hornets.
- •He led the league in 3-pointers made during the season.
- •Averaged 18.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.4 assists.
- •Achieved shooting percentages of 47.5% from the field and 42.5% from three.
- •Finished as a strong contender for the NBA Rookie of the Year Award.
- 12:35 AMYahoo Sports — Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 player grades: Kon Knueppel
"Kon Knueppel had a historic rookie season for the Charlotte Hornets, impressing the league with his incredible shooting efficiency.
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