Knueppel is recognized as one of the safest value picks outside Flagg, mainly for his shooting, basketball IQ and high feel for the game. He’s slated to start for Charlotte, providing potent long-range shooting that should translate to fantasy across formats as a floor spacer with playmaking upside.

Standard modern teal and white vs. 90s multi-color stripes; the sharper font on contemporary edition feels more on-theme for a team called the Hornets, with subtle stingers on the shorts tying to the brand.

Miller provides rookie upside with potential for immediate impact in scoring and defense on a rebuilding Hornets squad.

Bridges remains a steady scorer and rebounder with playmaking ability, offering solid fantasy floor in a developing Charlotte squad.

Hornets have one of the highest B2B counts, amplifying rest risk for young, developing players while elevating the value of dependable vets or breakout options during heavy weeks.