Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel and Rookie of the Year
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Dirk Nowitzki had a hilarious question for Kon Knueppel after the Hornets' star produced a commanding display against the Mavericks.
The rookie sank the winning free throws against his former college teammate.
Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki recently explained Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel’s German last name to the general public. Nowitzki, 47, played his entire 21-year NBA career with the Mavericks.
The former Duke teammates are leading the race for Rookie of the Year with their respective franchises. Just a day after Flagg and Knueppel faced off in Dallas, Topps unveiled a new trading card that features pieces of the duo’s game-worn sneakers.
Duke, Hornets star Kon Knueppel's brother Kager picks up D-I basketball offer from Big Ten originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Kon Knueppel has paved the path for his brothers.
Topps unveiled a limited-time Topps NOW drop tied to Cooper Flagg vs. Kon Knueppel, including a 1/1 dual-auto sneaker-relic chase. With the Feb. 1 deadline looming, the Hornets’ rookie spotlight only grows.
Brian Windhorst notices similarities between the Hornets' rookie and the greatest shooter of all-time.
Proposed Hornets trade sees Charlotte finally move on from LaMelo Ball, deal for $120 million All-Star to form star backcourt with Kon Knueppel originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.