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Knueppel Breaks NBA Rookie 3-Point Record

Charlotte Hornets forward Kon Knueppel has broken the NBA record for most 3-pointers made by a rookie in a single season, surpassing Keegan Murray's previous mark of 206 threes.

Charlotte Hornets forward Kon Knueppel made history on Saturday by breaking the NBA rookie record for most 3-pointers made in a single season. The sharpshooter tied Keegan Murray's previous record of 206 threes late in the first half of a game, knocking down his fifth 3-pointer of the contest during a fast break.

Knueppel shot 5-for-8 from beyond the arc in the first half, making his first four attempts. He had an opportunity to break the record before halftime but missed a contested turnaround shot from the wing at the buzzer.