Kon Knueppel Shatters Rookie 3PT Record, Leads Hornets

0:00On March 6th, here's the latest surrounding the Charlotte Hornets. The Charlotte Hornets are surging up the Eastern Conference standings on a 6-game winning streak, and their rookie Khan Kanuapul has jumped ahead as the top favorite for rookie of the year. With just five weeks left in the regular season, he made history by breaking the record for most three-pointers by a rookie, now at 200. Six team makes, leading the entire league. Nuepul shattered the old mark said by Keegan Murray's 206 from the 2022-2023 season. His play has the Hornets clicking at a high level, putting real distance between him and the competition. Experts like Brett Siegel from Clutch Points are calling it an absurd breakout, praising Nuepul's efficiency. They note how he's turned around expectations in Charlotte, a tough spot for young players, and predict he'll take home the award. In their latest game, the Hornets crushed the Boston Celtics 118-89. Kuhepul led with 20 points on 7-14 shooting, including 4-3s, as four teammates also hit double figures.

1:04Meanwhile, Dallas-Rookie Cooper flag, Kuhmeppul's former Duke teammate, has been sidelined by a left-foot sprain since February 10th. That injury has helped Nuepul pull ahead, boosting the Hornets playoff push. Support for this episode comes from our sponsor. See the description. A pillow that plays your podcast, music, or white noise privately. No earbuds required. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com