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The latest medical update, released by the organization on Sunday, indicates that Knueppel will undergo a reevaluation in one month to determine his progress. This development marks a frustrating recurrence of the injury that previously hampered his preparation for the year, casting a shadow over his sophomore season after a highly productive rookie campaign.
Injury woes compound for struggling Hornets
Knueppel’s latest setback occurred during his season debut last week against the Brooklyn Nets. The incident took place just six minutes into the contest, specifically with 6:21 remaining in the first quarter. While dribbling the ball up the court, the guard appeared to aggravate the same left hamstring that had kept him out of action earlier this year. After losing possession out of bounds, he was visibly favoring his leg and was promptly removed from the game, not to return.
The news comes as the Hornets navigate a difficult stretch, currently riding a six-game losing streak. The absence of Knueppel is particularly notable given his impact during his debut season, where he established himself as a core piece of the franchise's future. As a rookie, he led the league in three-pointers made and finished as the runner-up to Cooper Flagg in the NBA Rookie of the Year voting.
Dennis Schroder also sidelined
The injury report for Charlotte extends beyond Knueppel, as the team also confirmed that veteran guard Dennis Schroder is dealing with a left hamstring strain. Schroder is expected to be out for a shorter duration, with the team announcing he will be reevaluated in two weeks. The simultaneous loss of both guards presents a challenging rotation hurdle for the Hornets as they look to snap their current losing skid and stabilize their performance in the coming weeks.