Knueppel enters Year 2 with NBA rookie 3-point record

His 273 makes led the league.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 31 min read

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What happened: Kon Knueppel averaged 18.5 points per game while shooting 47.5% from the field and 42.5% from three. No NBA rookie has made more threes in a season.

Why it matters: The combination of volume and efficiency gives the Charlotte Hornets a proven perimeter scorer for the upcoming 2026-27 season. His record-setting debut also establishes a high benchmark for his second year.

By the numbers: Knueppel’s field-goal percentage exceeded his 3-point percentage by 5.0 points.

What to watch: Year 2 will show whether Knueppel can sustain that shooting efficiency as his role develops.

Sources

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