Kon Knueppel earns A+ grade for rookie season with Hornets

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.

• 12:35 AMYahoo Sports — Charlotte Hornets 2025-26 player grades: Kon Knueppel