A unanimous selection who led all rookies with 36 home runs and 86 RBIs.
Both players were former Duke roommates and teammates, marking the first time former college teammates finished 1-2 in rookie scoring since 2004–05. 38 : Two Rookies of the Year
The most recent major "Two Rookies" storyline involves the , where Cooper Flagg (Dallas Mavericks) narrowly defeated Kon Knueppel (Charlotte Hornets) on April 27, 2026. A unanimous selection who led all rookies with
Alternatively, as of April 2026, the term is frequently used in NBA discussions regarding the exceptionally tight race between former Duke teammates and Kon Knueppel , leading many to debate whether they should share a "co-Rookie of the Year" honor. 2025 MLB Highlights as of April 2026