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PRESZN GAME 1 RECAP: Kon Knueppel BALLS OUT with 18 POINTS | Did He Seal a Starting Spot?
The first preseason game is in the books, and while the Hornets fell to the Thunder's B-team 135-114, the final score is the least important part of the story. The main headline was the outstanding debut of fourth overall pick Kon Knueppel, who earned a surprise start and led the team with 18 points. We explore why his smart, fundamental game makes him a perfect "pillar filler" and an ideal complement to LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, making a strong case for him to be the opening night starter.While Knueppel impressed and LaMelo provided some signature one-legged threes, there were major…
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