The Charlotte Hornets selected KJ Simpson with the No. 42 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. Simpson, a former ESPN 100 player and standout at Colorado, is expected to provide the Hornets with strong point guard play and scoring ability, giving LaMelo Ball a break. He averaged 5 assists per game and demonstrated impressive scoring efficiency with overall shooting percentages of 47.5%, 43.4% from three-point range, and 87.6% from the free-throw line. At 6 feet tall and weighing 189 pounds, Simpson expressed his surprise and gratitude for being selected, stating, 'Nobody expected me to be here.' He wore an all white suit and shed tears after being chosen. This marks the third pick from the CU Buffs in this year's draft.
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Charlotte Hornets at No.42 selects KJ Simpson. A former ESPN 100 and star at Colorado. He will bring the @hornets PG play and scoring. This gives LaMelo Ball a break. He averaged 5APG. His scoring efficiency was outstanding. Overall 47.5%, 43.4 from 3, and 87.6 FT%. He is a 178…
“Nobody expected me to be here.” - New Hornets second-round pick KJ Simpson told ESPN on their telecast. Colorado PG is 6-0, 189 lbs. Wore an all white suit and shed tears after being selected.