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Hornets star Kon Knueppel’s ROY campaign continues with Jason Kidd-esque game vs. Knicks

<a href="/nba/players/kon_knueppel/928278">Kon Knueppel</a> put together an incredible rookie stat line that replicated Jason Kidd following the Charlotte Hornets’ 114-103 win over the New York Knicks on Thursday night.

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Recap/Analysis: Hornets handle Knicks in key win for playoff seeding

Kon Knueppel nearly registered a triple double while Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball each chipped in 20+ points as the Charlotte Hornets easily defeated the New York Knicks, 114-103.

Kon Knueppel News / Total Pro Sports / March 27

Hornets Fan’s Wild Shot Goes Wrong as He Nails Kon Knueppel in the Head

Another day, another misbehaving fan spotted, and this time, it’s from the Charlotte Hornets arena. A Hornets fan hit rookie Kon Knueppel on the head after trying to shoot the ball in the second row behind the basket.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 26

NBA roundup: Hornets continue late surge, halt Knicks' streak

Kon Knueppel had 26 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists on Thursday to help the Charlotte Hornets earn a 114-103 victory over the visiting New York Knicks.

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The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to make at least nine three-pointers in a game more than once in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

LaMelo Ball News / Fadeaway World / March 26

LaMelo Ball Responds To Hornets’ 5-Game Win Streak

For the first time in ages, the Charlotte Hornets are making some noise in the East as the NBA playoffs approach. Following a win over the Knicks on Thursday (114-103), LaMelo Ball had a lot to say on the trajectory of his team.

Charlotte Hornets News / Total Pro Sports / March 27

Moussa Diabate Keeps It Real About LaMelo Ball’s Driving Skills With Savage One-Liner

LaMelo Ball’s game might be maturing, but that doesn’t mean that other aspects in his life have improved drastically. For instance, teammate Moussa Diabate stated that he won’t be sharing a car ride with the team’s star point guard anytime soon.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 26

Hornets snap Knicks' win streak behind Kon Knueppel's big outing

Kon Knueppel had 26 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists on Thursday to help the Charlotte Hornets earn a 114-103 victory over the visiting New York Knicks.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 26

Takeaways From the Charlotte Hornets' Wire-to-Wire Victory Over the New York Knicks

Another night, another wire-to-wire win over an Eastern Conference contender. The Charlotte Hornets are absolutely rolling, again, and are now on their third five-game winning streak of the season.

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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 26

Starting Lineups Revealed for Charlotte Hornets vs. New York Knicks

We've got a massive one tonight in Uptown as the Charlotte Hornets take on the New York Knicks. With a win, the Hornets will extend their winning streak to five and be a season-high five games above .500.

Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Fantasy Basketball Bounce-Back Candidates 2026-27: Zion Williamson, LaMelo Ball & Top Risers

Everyone likes a good redemption story, especially if you’re a fantasy basketball manager constructing a winning roster for next season. “Comeback Kids” make great mid-round picks because they can produce across categories but are listed at an affordable ADP.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / March 26