"The Hornets led 57-48 in the final seconds of the first half when Knueppel, who ranks second among NBA rookies in scoring and 3-point shooting, went up to defend a Desmond Bane drive to the basket and landed on Bane's foot, twisting his ankle. Knueppel had scored 16 points, all in the first quarter, while making all four of his 3-point shots. He entered the game averaging 19.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game."
"Hornets coach Charles Lee said X-rays on Knueppel's ankle were negative and he would be evaluated again when the team returns to Charlotte. The Hornets led 57-48 in the final seconds of the first half when Knueppel, who ranks second among NBA rookies in scoring and 3-point shooting, went up to defend a Desmond Bane drive to the basket and landed on Bane's foot, twisting his ankle."
Kon Knueppel injured his right ankle late in the second quarter and did not return to the Hornets' 120-105 win over the Orlando Magic. X-rays on Knueppel's ankle were negative and he will be evaluated again when the team returns to Charlotte. The injury occurred when Knueppel jumped to defend a Desmond Bane drive and landed on Bane's foot, twisting his ankle. Knueppel had scored 16 points, all in the first quarter, making all four of his 3-point attempts. He entered the game averaging 19.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game.
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