Kon Knueppel Traces Basketball Passion Back to Nintendo Wii and NBA 2K

Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel comes from a decorated basketball family, but initially showed little interest in the sport until getting a Nintendo Wii. Playing NBA 2K and NBA Jam sparked an obsession that turned his family background into a true career passion. Entering his sophomore season with maturity praised by Dell Curry, the former Duke star is ranked as the 43rd-best player in the NBA while establishing key goals following a positive coach's update.