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Kon Knueppel TOPS Rookie Ladder 🏆 | Hornets CLUTCH Issues | It's NOT the Right Time to Talk LaMelo Trade
Kon Knueppel isn't just playing well for a late lottery pick; he is playing like the best rookie in the NBA. Walker Mehl and Doug Branson discuss Kon's second straight week atop the NBA.com Rookie Ladder and why he is separating himself from the pack. We look at his high usage, efficiency, and how his play style is translating faster than anyone expected. We also touch on the contributions of other rookies like Ryan Kalkbrenner and Sion James.Then, the conversation shifts to the end of games. The Hornets appear to have a "closing time" problem. We analyze recent final possessions involving…
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