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Charlotte Hornets Make Kon Knueppel Injury Announcement Before Heat Game

Kon Knueppel is out against the Miami Heat with a left hamstring strain. Here’s the latest on his recovery and what Charlotte has announced about his return.

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 5:18 PM
Charlotte Hornets Make Kon Knueppel Injury Announcement Before Heat Game
Key Things to Know
  • The Charlotte Hornets officially ruled out Kon Knueppel against the Miami Heat due to a hamstring strain.
  • Knueppel will miss his third straight regular-season game after previously sitting out against Brooklyn and Atlanta.
  • Head coach Charles Lee stated there is currently no official timetable for Knueppel's return to the lineup.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Charlotte Hornets have officially ruled out Kon Knueppel for their October 24 game against the Miami Heat due to a left hamstring strain. The designation extends the player's wait to make his regular-season debut into Charlotte's third game of the campaign, following missed matchups against the Brooklyn Nets and Atlanta Hawks.

Knueppel originally suffered the injury during offseason on-court workouts, and head coach Charles Lee currently has no firm timetable for his return. Charlotte continues to manage multiple injuries across the roster, with Coby White, Grant Williams, and Kylan Boswell also sidelined alongside Knueppel.

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