Hornets' Kon Knueppel nears season debut after hamstring strain
The gist
Hornets wing Kon Knueppel, out all season with a left hamstring strain, has resumed on-court work.
Charlotte is last in the NBA in scoring, so his return matters.
How it unfolded
- Sep 2026Kon Knueppel suffers a left hamstring strain in an offseason workout.
- Oct 6, 2026The Hornets announce Coby White suffered a left calf strain in training camp and will miss the preseason.
- Oct 28, 2026Detroit beats Charlotte 97-89 behind 30 points from Cade Cunningham; Brandon Miller scores 31 for the Hornets.