In a game where records fell faster than the final buzzer, Charlotte Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel made NBA history. It wasn't just any game at the Rocket Arena, but one that saw Knueppel nail his 100th three-pointer, quicker than anyone before him in the league. A feat like this doesn't happen every day, especially for someone barely out of their teens.

The 20-year-old Knueppel, with the ink still fresh on his draft contract as the fourth pick in 2025, managed to hit this staggering mark in just 29 games. The previous record holder, Lauri Markkanen, took 41 games to achieve the same while playing for the Chicago Bulls back in the 2017-18 season. But records are meant to be broken, and Knueppel did just that—swiftly and decisively.

During the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Knueppel didn't just stop at one three-pointer. He sank five out of his nine attempts, wrapping up the night with a solid 20 points. His performance, alongside LaMelo Ball's 23 points and Brandon Miller's 20, kept the Hornets in the hunt, though they ultimately succumbed to a 139-132 defeat.

Yet, the Cavs had their own stars shining bright. Donovan Mitchell dropped a cool 30 points, while DeAndre Hunter and Darius Garland each added 27, with Garland dishing out 10 assists. This trio ensured that Cleveland secured the victory, reinforcing their position as seventh in the Eastern Conference, whereas the Hornets find themselves lagging at 12th.

In the end, while the Hornets fell short, Knueppel's record-breaking night will linger in the minds of fans and players alike. It's not just about the numbers, it's about the statement he's made so early in his career. The kid's got range, and the league better watch out.