Kon Knueppel
#7SF · Charlotte Hornets
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC+
| Year | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 70 | 19.1 | 5.3 | 3.4 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 48.8% | 43.4% | 87.0% |
| 2025-26 | 70 | 19.1 | 5.3 | 3.4 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 48.8% | 43.4% | 87.0% |
Current Contract
Length
4 years
Total Value
$20.5M
AAV
$5.1M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Kon Knueppel's contract with the Charlotte Hornets grades out as a fair market value contract, earning a C CVI grade. At $5.1M per year over 4 years, this is a role player contract. Kon's deal falls in the role player tier for NBA Small Forwards. At 20 years old, Kon is in or near prime years, which supports the investment. This deal represents roughly fair market value — neither a steal nor an overpay. The deal will need consistent performance to grade out as a positive move long-term.
Performance Analysis
Kon Knueppel earns a C+ Performance grade, reflecting average production for a Small Forward. Across 70 career games, Kon has averaged 19.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game. Kon's strongest metric is FG% at 4877.3, compared to the NBA Small Forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for improvement is APG at 3.4, below the Small Forward median of 4.0. Among 118 NBA Small Forwards graded this season, Kon ranks 30th in overall performance. Kon will need to elevate key areas of the game to justify a larger role with the Charlotte Hornets.
Current Sentiment
Knueppel is a surprising Rookie of the Year frontrunner with exceptional 3-point shooting breaking rookie records. His on-court performance generates buzz despite a C+ grade, showing inconsistency beyond perimeter shooting. At $5.1M annually, he's viewed as reasonably priced for a promising lottery pick. The rookie 3-point record narrative dominates discussion, overshadowing concerns about overall game development. Fans remain optimistic he'll develop consistency, though some question whether elite shooting alone sustains success.
Transaction History
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