Kon Knueppel sets playoff goal for Charlotte Hornets in 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 4:32 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Kon Knueppel has outlined a clear target for the Charlotte Hornets as they prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season. With LaMelo Ball traded away, the team is embarking on a new era centered around Knueppel and Brandon Miller. Knueppel aims to achieve a playoff spot after the team fell short in the previous season, ultimately just making the Play-In Tournament. The Hornets face increased competition in the Eastern Conference, especially with significant additions by rivals. Despite the challenges, Knueppel remains optimistic about the team's future.
- •Knueppel sets a playoff goal for the Hornets in the upcoming season.
- •Hornets are reorienting following LaMelo Ball's trade.
- •Team looks to build around Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller.
- •Hornets struggled in the previous season, reaching the Play-In Tournament.
- •Eastern Conference competition has intensified with major trades.
- 12:29 AMYahoo Sports — Kon Knueppel reveals Hornets' goal ahead of his sophomore season
- 4:32 AMYahoo Sports — Kon Knueppel lays out a Playoffs goal with the Charlotte Hornets in the 2026-27 season
"Kon Knueppel and the Charlotte Hornets are hopeful to break a playoff drought this upcoming season that has lasted since the 2015-16 campaign.
"The Hornets are in a transition period, but it seems Kon Knueppel is confident in his team.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 12:29 AMKon Knueppel reveals Hornets' goal ahead of his sophomore season
Kon Knueppel and the Charlotte Hornets are hopeful to break a playoff drought this upcoming season that has lasted since the 2015-16 campaign.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 4:32 AMKon Knueppel lays out a Playoffs goal with the Charlotte Hornets in the 2026-27 season
The Hornets are in a transition period, but it seems Kon Knueppel is confident in his team.
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