The Charlotte Hornets secured a 120-105 victory against the Orlando Magic, but the win was marred by the loss of rookie Kon Knueppel, who suffered a right ankle injury in the first half. Knueppel, who had a strong start scoring 16 points in the first quarter, was forced to leave the game and did not return. Initial X-rays showed no fractures, providing some hope for his recovery, but further testing will be needed. The Hornets are optimistic about his status but remain cautious, acknowledging the challenges posed by injuries this season.