Knueppel keeps the No. 1 ranking after averaging 17.6 points, six rebounds, and 2.7 assists while stepping into a bigger role during LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller ’s absences. His emergence opened a new offensive hierarchy in Charlotte, and now the challenge is blending him back into a healthier lineup.

Charlotte Hornets' Kon Knueppel is the most impressive rookie in the NBA according to one NBA veteran who has played against Cooper Flagg and others.

Jalen Brunson scored 28 points in his return to the lineup and Landry Shamet hit a pair of 3-pointers in the final 1:03 as the New York Knicks beat the Dallas Mavericks 113-111 for their first road win of the season on Wednesday.