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Knueppel Breaks NBA Rookie 3-Point Record

Charlotte Hornets forward Kon Knueppel broke the NBA record for most 3-pointers made by a rookie in a single season on Saturday.

Knueppel surpassed the previous mark of 206 3-pointers set by Sacramento Kings' Keegan Murray during the 2022-23 season. The rookie tied Murray's record during a fast break in the first half, going 5-for-8 from beyond the arc in the opening frame.

Knueppel, who made his first four 3-point attempts, had a chance to break the record before halftime but missed a contested turnaround shot at the buzzer. The Hornets' sharpshooter continues his impressive rookie campaign with this historic achievement.