Kon Knueppel, the Charlotte Hornets' rookie, made history by breaking the NBA rookie record for most three-pointers made in a single season. This achievement was even more remarkable as he became the fastest player in NBA history to reach 200 three-pointers, surpassing Keegan Murray's record. Knueppel's exceptional performance on February 26th was a testament to his talent, as he finished with 28 points, including five three-pointers in the first half. The highlight of his night came in the third quarter when he broke the record with his 207th made three-pointer, assisted by his fellow Blue Devil, Sion James. Entering the game, Knueppel was already shooting an impressive 43.6% from behind the arc. His final stat line of 8-for-12 from deep was just one shy of his career-high and the NBA rookie record. Knueppel's outstanding performance has not only led him to become the NBA leader in made threes but also ranks him 6th in the league for three-point percentage at 44.2%. This record-breaking season has been instrumental in the Hornets' success, propelling them into playoff contention. As of the latest update, the Hornets are in 10th place, with a record of 29-31, and are in the play-in game for the playoffs.
