Kon Knueppel sets Hornets' season 3-point record in win over Suns

Rookie Knueppel breaks franchise mark as Charlotte cruises past Phoenix

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:55am

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An extreme close-up of a basketball player's arm and hand releasing a 3-point shot, with the ball and arc of the shot rendered in a vibrant, expressionist style using rapid brushstrokes and neon colors to capture the raw energy and movement of the moment.Kon Knueppel's record-breaking 3-point shooting performance fuels the Hornets' high-scoring victory over the Suns.Oklahoma City Today

Miles Bridges scored 25 points and rookie Kon Knueppel set a franchise record for 3-pointers in a season with 20 points as the Charlotte Hornets rolled past the Phoenix Suns 127-107 on Thursday night.

Why it matters

Knueppel's record-breaking performance highlights the Hornets' strong season and the continued rise of the young star, who was the team's top draft pick last year. The loss is another setback for the struggling Suns, who have dropped six of their last seven road games.

The details

Knueppel made four 3-pointers to give him 261 on the season, breaking the previous Hornets record of 260 set by Kemba Walker in 2018-19. Coby White added 19 points and LaMelo Ball had 15 points and 11 assists for Charlotte, which has won seven of its last nine games. Jalen Green scored 25 points and Devin Booker added 22 for Phoenix.

  • Knueppel broke the record with a corner 3 in the fourth quarter.
  • Earlier in the game, Phoenix's Collin Gillespie set the Suns' franchise record for 3s in a season, eclipsing the mark of 226 held by Quentin Richardson in 2004-05.

The players

Kon Knueppel

A rookie for the Charlotte Hornets who set the franchise record for 3-pointers made in a season.

Miles Bridges

A Hornets player who scored 25 points in the win.

Coby White

A Hornets player who scored 19 points.

LaMelo Ball

A Hornets player who had 15 points and 11 assists.

Jalen Green

A Suns player who scored 25 points in the loss.

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The takeaway

Knueppel's record-breaking performance is a bright spot in what has been a challenging season for the Hornets, and it showcases the young star's potential to be a dominant 3-point shooter in the NBA for years to come.