League is officially wrapped up, with NBA rookies debuting for their new teams, as well as more experienced players trying to make rosters league wide. One newcomer was No. 4 pick Kon Knueppel, who was drafted to the Hornets to the applause of fans and experts alike.

The Charlotte Hornets are champions for the first time! No, it’s not the title that their fans truly want, but have never come close to receiving. Nonetheless, the Hornets have been crowned Summer League champions for 2025.

The No. 4 pick of the 2025 NBA Draft led the Hornets to their first Summer League title, holding off a Sacramento Kings comeback in a 83-78 championship game win on Sunday. Knueppel led his team with 21 points and made the biggest shot of the night with a 3-pointer in the final minute.