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Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) looks to shoot against Memphis Grizzlies forward Cedric Coward (23) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
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Rookie Charlotte Hornets sharpshooter Kon Knueppel is reportedly headed to the NBA's All-Star weekend.
Per NBA insider Chris Haynes, Knueppel has accepted an invitation to participate in the 3-point contest.
Knueppel is the first player known to accept an invitation to the eight-man 3-point field that will compete on Feb. 14 during the NBA's All-Star Saturday night showcase. Whomever else joins him, Knueppel will be a threat to win the contest.
Knueppel has burst on to the NBA scene since the Hornets selected with the No. 4 pick in the NBA Draft out of Duke. He's become an instant-impact player for Charlotte while averaging 18.7 points, 5.5 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game. He shoots 42.5% on 7.8 3-point attempts per game.
This story will be updated.
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