Charlotte Hornets' New Trio Emerges as NBA's Top Shooters

LaMelo Ball, Kon Knueppel, and Brandon Miller lead the league in 3-pointers made since January

Feb. 28, 2026 at 12:39am

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The Charlotte Hornets have surged up the Eastern Conference standings, thanks in large part to the dominant shooting performances of their young trio of LaMelo Ball, Kon Knueppel, and Brandon Miller. Since the start of January, the three players rank first, second, and third in the NBA in total 3-pointers made, showcasing their ability to stretch the floor and power the Hornets' offense.

Why it matters

The Hornets' resurgence has put them in contention for a play-in tournament spot in the East, and their new "Splash Brothers" trio has been the driving force behind their success. The team's 17-2 record with their current starting lineup highlights how potent this group can be when they're clicking on all cylinders.

The details

Since January 3rd, LaMelo Ball (99 3PM), Kon Knueppel (92 3PM), and Brandon Miller (90 3PM) have been the NBA's top 3-point shooters. The Hornets are 17-2 this season when starting this trio along with Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate, outscoring opponents by 30.5 points per 100 possessions in those 270 minutes. Charlotte's only two losses with this lineup have come against the Pistons and Clippers.

  • Since January 3rd, the Hornets have won the most games in the NBA at 18.
  • The Hornets are 17-2 this season with their current starting lineup.

The players

LaMelo Ball

The Hornets' star point guard is averaging 19.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and a team-high 7.3 assists per game while shooting 40.3% from the field and 36.6% from 3-point range.

Kon Knueppel

The Hornets' sharpshooting guard is averaging 19.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game while shooting 49.1% from the field, 44.2% from 3, and 89.8% from the free throw line.

Brandon Miller

The Hornets' leading scorer is averaging 20.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game while shooting 42.6% from the field and 37.2% from 3-point range.

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What they’re saying

“LaMelo Ball, Kon Knueppel, and Brandon Miller might be the new Splash Brothers with the way the Charlotte Hornets have improved.”

— Tomer Azarly

What’s next

The Hornets have a tough remaining schedule, including three games against the Celtics, two against the Knicks, and one each against the Pistons and Spurs. Their ability to continue their strong play against these top teams will be crucial in determining if they can secure a spot in the play-in tournament.

The takeaway

The Hornets' young trio of Ball, Knueppel, and Miller have emerged as one of the NBA's most formidable shooting groups, powering Charlotte's surprise playoff push. Their ability to space the floor and knock down 3-pointers at a high rate has transformed the Hornets into a dangerous offensive team that could make some noise in the Eastern Conference.