Knueppel Ties Franchise 3-Point Record, Hornets Win

On April 3rd, Kahn Neweppel etched his name in Charlotte Hornet's history Thursday night against the Phoenix Suns.

The rookie guard drained his 260 at three-pointer of the season, Ty and Campbell Walker's franchise marked from 2018-19.

Neweppel finished with 20 points, three rebounds, and two assists in 33 minutes, going 7-14 from the field and 4-9, from deep.

He's been on fire all rookie year, battling Cooper Flagg for league rookie of the year honors.

That fourth triple against Phoenix pushed him past the old record, he entered needing just three more.

His sharp shooting has the Hornet's buzzing back into playoff contention.

Fans are hyped, and the impact shows on the court.

Charlotte's win highlighted a balanced attack with six guys and double figures.

Miles Bridges led with 25 points, Kobe White at a 19.

Brandon Miller had 17, Lamello Ball dropped 15 and 11 assists, and Grant Williams chipped in 10 and 7 boards.

The Hornets now sit at 41 wins and 36 losses, holding eighth in the east ahead of Orlando and Miami, but behind Toronto and Philly.

They're building momentum at home.

Next up, they host the Indiana Pacers on April 3rd at 7pm.

Eastern Time, another chance for Neweppel to keep lighting it up and carry this.

Squad forward, that's the story for today.

Charlotte Hornet's news today, driven by AI.