Buzz City Breakthrough: Hornets Snag First NBA Summer League Title — Watch It Live on MayaPlay!

The stage was set in Las Vegas—and the Charlotte Hornets buzzed louder than ever. On July 21, 2025, they captured their first-ever NBA Summer League championship, defeating the Sacramento Kings 83–78. It wasn’t just a win—it was a statement.

Kon Knueppel’s Moment to Shine

Fourth overall pick Kon Knueppel stole the spotlight, pouring in 21 points, ringing four triples, grabbing five rebounds, and dishing two assists. His clutch 3-pointer with 32 seconds left, followed by a free throw with 11 seconds remaining, sealed the victory—and the title game MVP award.

Hornets’ Commanding Performance

• Blazing out to a 34–18 first-quarter lead, Charlotte maintained control through halftime (46–39) and into the final stretch (67–57) before Sacramento’s late charge.

   

• Despite Sacramento cutting it to one point twice, the Hornets sealed the win from the free-throw line late.

   

• Supporting heroes: Ryan Kalkbrenner (15 pts, 9 rebs), Jaylen Sims, KJ Simpson, DJ Rodman each contributed 11 points.

Kings’ Fight Back & Kings’ Standouts

Sacramento refused to fade—Isaac Jones dropped a game-high 24 pts and 11 rebs, while Devin Carter added 13 and Nique Clifford chipped in with 10 and 8 rebounds.

Why This Win Matters

• The Hornets stormed through Vegas undefeated at 6–0, signaling early momentum for their young core.

   

• It marks the franchise’s first NBA-affiliated championship at any level, a major milestone for Charlotte.

   

Catch the Action — On MayaPlay!

Missed the intense finishes, the buzzer-beaters, or Knueppel’s MVP performance? You can watch the full Summer League Championship replay on MayaPlay. Streams, highlights, and exclusive post-game interviews await.

 Summer Buzz That Won’t Fade

This championship isn’t just a title—it’s a turning point for the Hornets franchise. With Knueppel’s MVP-level poise, solid support cast, and an undefeated run, Charlotte is giving fans a glimpse of a brighter future.

Watch Now:

Head over to MayaPlay to stream the full game, relive the explosive plays, and catch every moment of Hornets history in the making.