Rookie Kon Knueppel makes All-Star weekend with NBA 3-point contest invite
Charlotte Hornets' rookie sensation Kon Knueppel has accepted an invitation to the 2026 NBA 3-Point Contest in Los Angeles. The 20-year-old sharpshooter, drafted fourth overall in 2025, has impressed with his scoring and efficiency, becoming one of the few rookies to compete. This marks a significant achievement for Knueppel and ends a long drought for the Hornets in the event.
Charlotte Hornets' rookie sensation Kon Knueppel has accepted an invitation to the 2026 NBA 3-Point Contest in Los Angeles. The 20-year-old sharpshooter, drafted fourth overall in 2025, has impressed with his scoring and efficiency, becoming one of the few rookies to compete. This marks a significant achievement for Knueppel and ends a long drought for the Hornets in the event.
