What happened: Charlotte Hornets swingman Kon Knueppel will be sidelined for at least four weeks due to a hamstring injury, according to Chris Haynes. The setback comes after Knueppel exited Friday's game against Boston after just six minutes of action.
Why it matters: The extended absence depletes Charlotte's wing depth as the roster struggles to find stability early in the regular season. The Hornets have dropped six consecutive contests and sit at 3-7 through 10 games in 2026-27.
By the numbers: Knueppel has recorded 3.0 points per game in 2026-27 through 1 game after missing eight contests with a left hamstring strain. Charlotte sits 10th in the Eastern Conference at 3-7 on a six-game losing streak.
What to watch: Charlotte continues regular-season play seeking to snap its losing skid while Knueppel begins a rehabilitation period expected to sideline him into December.