Kon Knueppel deserved to be the NBA’s Rookie of the Year, and there are several reasons why, after a record-breaking season

By James Plowright April 27, 2026 Photo: Alex Cason / CLTure A historic, record-breaking season wasn’t enough for Kon Knueppel to take home the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award. Appearing in 81 games, Knueppel averaged 31.5 minutes per game, 18.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 0.7 steals, and 0.2 blocks, and only two turnovers … Continue reading Kon Knueppel deserved to be the NBA’s Rookie of the Year, and there are several reasons why, after a record-breaking season