Yahoo! Sports · Aug 8, 2025
Hornets release behind-the-scenes video of NBA draft selection process
Kon Knueppel was heavily featured in a documentary published by the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday, detailing their behind-the-scenes work surrounding the 2025 NBA draft.
The Hornets had a busy draft, selecting Knueppel with the fourth overall pick. They made a trade to acquire the draft rights to Liam McNeeley at No. 29 before taking Sion James and Ryan Kalkbrenner with the 33rd and 34th picks, respectively.
The 26-minute video gave an all-access look at Knueppel's predraft workout with the team and film session with coach Charles Lee. It also provided a glimpse into the Hornets' war room with the front office and subsequent selections of each player.