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Almost every number one pick in history has come out of the gates as the favorite to win Rookie of the Year. Out of the 76 players who have won the award, only 24 of them were number one picks.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 16

Collin Sexton or Kon Knueppel? Who should get the starting nod for the Hornets?

The Charlotte Hornets have a plethora of guards that Charles Lee can rotate into the game this season, but much of the focus heading into the new campaign will be on who gets that final starting spot in the backcourt.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 14

Kon Knueppel's rating on NBA 2K26 may raise some eyebrows

The Charlotte Hornets have had a strong offseason, but the real headline came on draft night when they grabbed Duke’s Kon Knueppel with the No. 4 overall pick.

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The 'NBA franchise assist leaders' quiz

How many of the career leaders in assists for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 9

Jeff Peterson was crushed on lottery night, but Kon Knueppel changed the mood fast

When the disappointing 2025-26 season came to an end, Charlotte Hornets fans held onto the hope of winning the NBA draft lottery and the rights to draft generational draft prospect, Cooper Flagg.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / August 8

ESPN analyst says Charlotte Hornets need another top lottery pick before getting aggressive

The Charlotte Hornets have been stockpiling lottery picks for several years. The latest was Kon Knueppel, who, along with several other newcomers, may have really raised the floor for the Hornets.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / August 4

Wolfpack Offers 2028 Five-Star

Recruiting starts early in the world of college basketball and first-year North Carolina State Wolfpack head coach Will Wade isn't hesitating. 2028 five-star forward Colton Hiller received an offer from Will Wade and his staff Friday.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / July 28

Khaman Maluach Update - Facing The Doubters

It’s probably inevitable, but it won’t be the first time Maluach has had to overcome doubts As Duke’s drafted players began to make their way into the NBA, Cooper Flagg is universally expected to do well.

Charlotte Hornets News / At The Hive / July 28

Hornets summer league grades: Kon Knueppel

Last week, the Charlotte Hornets took home the Las Vegas Summer League crown (official t-shirts coming soon apparently). Obviously winning the whole thing means that a good number of players did good things, but there’s nothing else to talk about now.

Charlotte Hornets News / Duke Basketball Report / July 26

Kon Knueppel Has Already Made An Impression On Charlotte Fans

All he had to do was bleed a bit. Former Duke star Kon Knueppel made a big impression on Duke fans and now he’s in the process of doing the same in Charlotte.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / July 25

Three Rookies Rewarded With Two-Way Contracts After Impressive Summer Leagues

NBA 2K26 Summer League was full of standouts, ranging from veterans looking for roster spots to undrafted free agents striving to secure E10s and standard G League contracts.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 24

CBS Sports shouts out Kon Knueppel for not sitting out most of Summer League

Summer League was a good time for Kon Knueppel. He played very well for the Charlotte Hornets, winning Championship MVP and helping Charlotte go undefeated and win its first-ever Summer League title.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest teammates of LeBron's NBA career

LeBron James' NBA career has stretched over more than two decades. That's an uncommon level of longevity, obviously, which means that over the years, LeBron has had a bunch of different teammates.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 23

NBA insider crowns Kon Knueppel as a Summer League standout

After a dreary first game, Summer League was kind to Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel. The former Duke standout took a game to rest his ankle and came back with vengeance, showcasing why he was the fourth overall pick and leading Charlotte to its first-ever Summer League title.

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The '2024-25 NFL rushing touchdown leaders' quiz

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Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Hornets news: Behind Kon Knueppel, Charlotte is on the path to establishing winning culture

The Charlotte Hornets are been stuck in mediocrity for years, but the franchise finally appears to have a clear direction and is hoping to change its ways.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Exclusive: What Dylan Harper, VJ Edgecombe, Kon Knueppel said about NBA Summer League

What does it mean to be in the NBA? This is a question many rookies, especially top draft picks like Dylan Harper, VJ Edgecombe, and Kon Knueppel, learn the answer to during NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.

Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / July 22

'Nasty Work' - NBA Facing Backlash Over Kon Knueppel Decision After Summer League

The Charlotte Hornets have not experienced much championship success since joining the NBA in 1988. However, that has recently changed. Kind of. The Hornets, led by 2025 No.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / July 22

Kon Knueppel, Nique Clifford Make All-Summer League Teams

On Tuesday, the NBA released its All-Summer league teams, highlighting 10 players who made the most of their time in Las Vegas. The list was mostly highlighted by second-years looking to take major jumps, but two rookies stood above the pack, seeing success fresh off the 2025 NBA Draft in June.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 22

NBA writer: Put Kon Knueppel in the Hornets' starting lineup

What should the Charlotte Hornets do with Kon Knueppel? There are a few options for every single rookie every single year. They can either go to the G-League once the season begins to get more minutes and develop, play a bench role, or sometimes get put in the starting lineup.

Los Angeles Lakers News / New Orleans Pelicans on SI / July 21

Los Angeles Lakers Make Big Decision On Ex-Pelicans Center

The NBA2K26 Summer League has officially come to an end, with Kon Knueppel helping the Charlotte Hornets secure the win in the championship game. While

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / July 21

Kon Knueppel received message from Klay Thompson before Summer League MVP win, “Never lose that…”

Kon Knueppel became a conversation starter after earning Summer League Championship MVP honors. The fourth overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft delivered 21 points and four three-pointers in the Charlotte Hornets’ 83-78 victory over the Sacramento Kings.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 21

Hornets’ Summer League championship win breaks embarrassing franchise curse

On Sunday evening, the Charlotte Hornets won the NBA Summer League championship with a narrow victory over the Sacramento Kings. Kon Knueppel was named the Summer League championship game MVP for his performance in the contest, which included a three-pointer down the stretch which essentially put the game on ice for the Hornets.

Charlotte Hornets News / Duke Blue Devils on SI / July 21

Former Duke Basketball Star Dons Headband, Delivers Big Dagger

Only one of the Charlotte Hornets' rookies out of the Duke basketball program ended up playing in the NBA 2K25 Summer League title bout on Sunday night.

Charlotte Hornets News / Ball Exclusives / July 21

Hornets win first Summer League title

The NBA 2K26 Summer League is officially in the books. The victor is the Charlotte Hornets, defeating the Sacramento Kings 83-78, winning their first Summer League title.

Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / July 21

Duke Superstar Crowned MVP of Summer League

Kon Knueppel wrapped up his 2025 NBA Summer League run in award-winning fashion. The Charlotte Hornets went 6-0 in NBA Summer League and took him the hardware in a first for the franchise.

Charlotte Hornets News / Last Word On Sports / July 21

The Best NBA Careers From Summer League Championship MVPs

The Charlotte Hornets are champions for the first time! No, it’s not the title that their fans truly want, but have never come close to receiving. Nonetheless, the Hornets have been crowned Summer League champions for 2025.

Charlotte Hornets News / Field Level Media / July 21

Kon Knueppel, Hornets top Kings for 1st summer league crown

Kon Knueppel scored a team-high 21 points as the Charlotte Hornets started fast and downed the Sacramento Kings 83-78 on Sunday night in Las Vegas for their first NBA Summer League championship.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 16

Grading the top eight draft picks in NBA Summer League

NBA Summer League is in its second week and the top picks from the 2025 draft have mostly had a chance to show off their skills. Here are grades for the Summer League efforts of the top eight picks in Las Vegas so far.

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Charlotte Hornets News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Kon Knueppel Got Embarrassed By Fellow Duke Alum In Summer League Debut

Kon Knueppel finally made his NBA Summer League debut with the Charlotte Hornets on Friday, but it was not exactly a memorable one for the former Duke Blue Devils star.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 11

Three rookies who have something to prove in Summer League

NBA Summer League is an exciting time for NBA players and fans alike. As the first official showcase for the newest crop of young talent entering the league, it's a must-watch event for any hoop head.

Five intriguing NBA Summer League storylines to watch

Ticket prices for Cooper Flagg-Bronny James Summer League matchup were absurd

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