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NBA Rookie of the Year Teaser Reveals VJ Edgecombe’s Chances

At the start of the year, the Philadelphia 76ers’ rookie VJ Edgecombe was building some momentum as a potential Rookie of the Year darkhorse. That would’ve been a major accomplishment for the Sixers rookie, considering the former Duke standout Cooper Flagg was viewed as the runaway favorite entering the season. Flagg might lose out on […] The post NBA Rookie of the Year Teaser Reveals VJ Edgecombe’s Chances appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Mavericks HC Boldly Compares No. 1 Pick Cooper Flagg to Michael Jordan

Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg dropped 51 points against the Orlando Magic on Friday, becoming the first teenager in NBA history to record a 50-point game.The former No. 1 pick Flagg stuffed the stat sheet, putting on a show at American Airlines Center. He finished with 51 points, six rebounds, three assists, three steals and […] The post Mavericks HC Boldly Compares No. 1 Pick Cooper Flagg to Michael Jordan appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Cooper Flagg Becomes First Teenager in NBA History with 50-Point Game

Former No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg etched his name in history once again.The Dallas Mavericks rookie became the youngest player in NBA history to record a 50-point game at 19 years and 103 days old, posting 51 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 steals in a 138-127 loss to the Orlando Magic.He is the first […] The post Cooper Flagg Becomes First Teenager in NBA History with 50-Point Game appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Mavericks’ Jason Kidd thinks it would be ‘unbelievable’ for Cooper Flagg not to win Rookie of the Year

The Dallas Mavericks, after sabotaging themselves by trading Luka Doncic away for a substandard package, lucked into the first overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft and rescued the team’s future by stumbling upon Cooper Flagg. Flagg has since proven himself to be one of the best first overall picks in recent history, and his […] The post Mavericks’ Jason Kidd thinks it would be ‘unbelievable’ for Cooper Flagg not to win Rookie of the Year appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2026 Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire Pickups: Top Adds That Dominated Playoffs & Must-Add Lessons

It’s tired to say that “not all heroes wear capes.” It’s wired to say some heroes emerge from the waiver wire and become fantasy basketball saviors. Some 2026 fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups really flexed their heroism in the recent playoffs. These players were underdrafted or pushed to the ...

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NBA Rookie Power Rankings: Cooper Flagg vs. Kon Knueppel Race Heats Up as Playoffs Approach

The rookie race is hitting its final gear, and it’s no longer a quiet debate, but a literal split room. The latest NBA rookie power rankings feel tighter than ever, with two names dominating every conversation: Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg. One is lifting wins. The other is carrying everything. Both are making loud closing …

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Hornets’ Kon Knueppel reveals Kemba Walker’s message before breaking franchise record

Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel had a memorable evening on Thursday, as he set the new team record for most three-pointers in a season in their win over the Phoenix Suns, 127-106, at Spectrum Center. Knueppel made four three-pointers to increase his total to 261, beating the previous record of Hornets legend Kemba Walker, who […] The post Hornets’ Kon Knueppel reveals Kemba Walker’s message before breaking franchise record appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kon Knueppel Strengthens ROY Case With Record-Breaking Night

The 2026 NBA Draft continues to impress as once again history is made. Kon Knueppel delivered another defining moment in his rookie season Thursday night, breaking the Charlotte Hornets’ single-season three-point record in a 127-107 win over the Phoenix Suns. The 20-year-old guard knocked down four threes to reach 261 on the year, surpassing Kemba […] The post Kon Knueppel Strengthens ROY Case With Record-Breaking Night appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Hornets’ Kon Knueppel joins sharpshooting company matched only by MVP Stephen Curry

The Charlotte Hornets earned an all-important win on Thursday night, taking down the Phoenix Suns, 127-107. This took them to eighth place in the Eastern Conference standings for the time being after the Orlando Magic and Miami Heat suffered recent defeats, and considering how well they’ve been playing in the calendar year of 2026, they […] The post Hornets’ Kon Knueppel joins sharpshooting company matched only by MVP Stephen Curry appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch moment that ‘scared the crap out of’ Kon Knueppel after setting 3-point record

On Thursday, Kon Knueppel etched his place in Charlotte Hornets history. He surpassed Kemba Walker to become the third single-season leader in 3-pointers. Altogether, Knueppel has 261 3-pointers this year. In 2018-2019, Walker had 260. In the process, the Hornets came away victorious over the Phoenix Suns 127-107. Altogether, Knueppel finished with 20 points and […] The post Watch moment that ‘scared the crap out of’ Kon Knueppel after setting 3-point record appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hornets’ Kon Knueppel breaks tie with Kemba Walker for new 3s record

Kon Knueppel joined Kemba Walker in franchise history following his remarkable performance in the Charlotte Hornets’ matchup against the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night. Knueppel continues to have an incredible campaign throughout his rookie year in the NBA. He is fiercely competing with Cooper Flagg for the league’s Rookie of the Year Award, helping the […] The post Hornets’ Kon Knueppel breaks tie with Kemba Walker for new 3s record appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA Announces Critical Rankings for 76ers Rookie

The Philadelphia 76ers can look at a couple of NBA rookie leaderboards and feel great about where their first-round pick ranks. VJ Edgecombe has had a strong first season in Philadelphia, and the NBA recently shined some light on it, while revealing the league’s stat leaders through March 2026. When it comes to total points […] The post NBA Announces Critical Rankings for 76ers Rookie appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Mavs’ Cooper Flagg Likely to Lose Rookie of the Year Race, According to NBA

With the NBA playoff race heating up, major awards and honors are inevitable. So much has been said about the coveted MVP race, but fans are quickly forgetting about the Rookie of the Year race featuring two dazzling first-year players battling it out. Dallas Mavericks star Cooper Flagg was the runaway favorite entering the year, but Charlotte […] The post Mavs’ Cooper Flagg Likely to Lose Rookie of the Year Race, According to NBA appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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NBA Rookie Power Rankings: Will Kon Knueppel actually beat Cooper Flagg?

No matter how you look at this year’s NBA rookie race between Kon Knueppel and Cooper Flagg, you can’t go wrong. These two have been fantastic all year, but only one of them can sit at the top of the NBA rookie rankings and claim the Rookie of the Year award. This debate is a […] The post NBA Rookie Power Rankings: Will Kon Knueppel actually beat Cooper Flagg? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former Duke basketball player Kon Knueppel pulls immediate 180 on cutting Grant Hill in Blue Devils ‘Start, Bench, Cut’ game

The Duke basketball run in this year’s NCAA Tournament has come to an end with the Blue Devils losing on a shocking last-second three-pointer against UConn. The collapse was the latest in a string of shocking losses for Duke in the NCAA Tournament. Still, the Blue Devils have a legendary history, and the latest example […] The post Former Duke basketball player Kon Knueppel pulls immediate 180 on cutting Grant Hill in Blue Devils ‘Start, Bench, Cut’ game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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DaBaby’s immediate message to fan who hit Kon Knueppel with basketball

A routine night for the Charlotte Hornets quickly turned into something more, thanks to DaBaby and a courtside moment that grabbed attention. As Charlotte handled the New York Knicks 114-103 on March 26, the energy inside the arena stayed high, both on and off the floor. Charlotte controlled the game early, building a comfortable cushion […] The post DaBaby’s immediate message to fan who hit Kon Knueppel with basketball appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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