Kon Knueppel Cleared to Play Monday After Hip Contusion

Charlotte Hornets forward Kon Knueppel (hip) has been officially cleared to play in Monday's game against the Thunder, after initially being listed as questionable due to a right hip contusion and then upgraded to probable. The rookie first-rounder's availability is a boost for the Hornets. In his last three outings, Knueppel has averaged an impressive 21.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 3.0 three-pointers in 33.0 minutes per contest.