Knueppel, a 6’6” swingman out of Duke University, put up a meager statistical output in Charlotte’s Summer League opener against Utah. His final line: five points, one rebound, and four assists on 1/8 from the field, was ripe for nitpicking.

The opening day of the NBA Las Vegas Summer League provided fireworks and the debut of No. 1 overall pick Cooper Flagg, who struggled to find his shot in a dramatic win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Day 2 of the multi-week event from Sin City on Friday provided a further look into more prospects from last month's draft making their debut in summer league,

It's still early. We're barely through the opening weekend of the NBA's annual summer league in Las Vegas. But it's not too early for some takes on the 2025 draftees.

JP Aravena, RotoWire Charlotte defeats Dallas at the NBA 2K26 Summer League. • Download the NBA App • Summer League: Complete Coverage • Hornets 87, Mavericks 69: Box Score | Game Detail The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Dallas Mavericks,

Kon Knueppel, Liam McNeeley, Ryan Kalkbrenner and Sion James made their pro debuts against the Utah Jazz on Friday night.

Kon Knueppel Got Embarrassed By Fellow Duke Alum In Summer League Debut originally appeared on Athlon Sports.