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Buzz Beat, presented by Queen City Hoops, discusses Hornets’ basketball in an in-depth format, covering X’s-and-O’s, coaching strategies, player & team trends, and aiding listeners to stay on track with the Charlotte Hornets on their quest to world dominance.

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    • Jun 3, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 45m AVG DURATION
    • 527 EPISODES

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    The Buzz Beat: A Charlotte Hornets Pod podcast is an exceptional show that provides in-depth coverage and analysis of the Charlotte Hornets. As a listener for over a year, I have thoroughly enjoyed their content and find it to be one of the best Hornets podcasts available. The hosts do an excellent job of voicing their concerns and objections over various matters, including the Miles Bridges case, with clarity and effectiveness. Their knowledge and passion for the team shines through in every episode.

    What sets The Buzz Beat apart from other Hornets podcasts is its thoughtful analysis and insightful commentary. The hosts put a tremendous amount of effort into breaking down game tape, building listeners' knowledge of the game, and providing comprehensive coverage of the team. Their dedication to delivering well-informed content is evident with each episode. Furthermore, they offer a fresh perspective on Hornets coverage, avoiding the pitfalls of being overly optimistic or doom-and-gloom. This balanced approach fosters hope while acknowledging that things can go wrong.

    One potential drawback of this podcast is that it may assume some prior basketball knowledge from its listeners. While it provides deep coverage of the Hornets, occasionally using basketball terminology that may not be familiar to casual fans, it does not detract significantly from the overall quality of their analysis and discussion.

    In conclusion, The Buzz Beat: A Charlotte Hornets Pod podcast is an outstanding source for comprehensive coverage of the Charlotte Hornets. It stands head and shoulders above other Hornets podcasts due to its thoughtful analysis, balanced perspective, and dedication to delivering high-quality content. Whether you are a die-hard fan or simply looking to stay updated with all things related to the team, I highly recommend giving this podcast a listen.



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    NBA Playoff Lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 56:32


    Richie and Matt are joined by Jeremy Grandison to discuss how the NBA Playoffs can shape the Hornets' future. The three talk about double-big lineups, versatile players, and how there are multiple ways to build a competitive roster.

    Assessing V.J. Edgecombe & Kon Knueppel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 63:05


    Brian, Darian, and Matt analyze two prospects projected as options for the Hornets with the No. 4 overall pick. They examine the offensive and defensive play of V.J. Edgecombe (Baylor) and Kon Knueppel (Duke).

    Tre Johnson Scout

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 67:57


    Brian, Matt, and James recap the NBA Combine and share their thoughts on Tre Johnson. The three share the most noteworthy takeaways from the tests and interviews out in Chicago, while also diving deep into the talented shooter from Texas.

    Hornets Land No. 4 Pick

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 51:38


    Spencer, James, Brian, and Darian react to the news that the Hornets secured the 4th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. The crew expresses their disappointment and discusses how this will influence the team's future.Lottery Sale: Please visit this site to get Buzz Beat Plus at a 20% discount for an annual subscription. Offer ends 5/15/25.

    Assessing Dylan Harper & Ace Bailey

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 70:45


    Matt and James return to chat about two prospects from the Scarlet Knights of Rutgers. The two discuss Dylan Harper and Ace Bailey, both projected to go in the top five of the NBA Draft. They look at their strengths, weaknesses, and potential fit in Charlotte.

    The Cooper Flagg Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 87:57


    Brian, James, and Darian break down Cooper Flagg's game. There is much to highlight with the consensus first overall pick, but very little to nitpick. Listen to the crew's analysis and what he could bring to the Hornets if they land the top overall selection.

    Big Board Comparison

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 55:32


    Matt, Brian, Darian, and James reveal their top 7 prospects in the upcoming NBA Draft. They discuss the biggest discrepancies and what went into the evaluation process in creating their “Big Boards.”

    Incoming Draft Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 28:18


    Richie goes solo to briefly recap the Heat-Bulls game and explain why the results matter to Charlotte. He also details the incoming draft picks for Charlotte and how they will manage them moving forward.Be sure to subscribe to our Substack: Buzz Beat Plus

    Exit Interview Fallout

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 53:58


    Following the Hornets' end-of-season media availability, we react to the notable talking points from the day. We dissect quotes from Jeff Peterson, Charles Lee, and the players.

    Draft | Sweet 16 Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 58:24


    Brian and Darian select five players from the Sweet 16 to create a balanced team. They discuss their drafting strategies and how their players enhance one another's performance on the basketball court. Additionally, they choose a coach from the remaining 16 teams.

    Tourney Prospects

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 62:47


    Brian and Darian assess players competing in the upcoming NCAA men's tournament. The following prospects are reviewed (in order):Jase Richardson, Kam Jones, Danny Wolf, VJ Edgecombe, Cooper Flagg, Khaman Maluach, Walter Clayton Jr., Derik Queen, Nique Clifford, Kasparas Jakučionis, Chaz Lanier, Tre Johnson.

    Most Likely To Move

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 37:01


    Richie brings on Matt Alquiza to discuss the intel from Michael Scotto's recent piece about a potential LaMelo Ball move. The two discuss the package type required to send Ball to another team. The final segment puts percentages on the likelihood of Ball, Bridges, Green, Okogie, and Williams returning to Charlotte in 2025-26.

    Developing a Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 54:59


    Richie and Brian react to Adam Silver's recent comments and answer a listener's question about the future of the Hornets. The two discuss Mark Williams and if anything can be done to fix future trade failures in the NBA. They also set priorities for a multi-year plan for the Hornets to become a playoff winner by 2028.

    Trade Rescinded: Williams Returns

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 27:18


    Trade Deadline Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 69:15


    Brian, Darian, Spencer, and Div recap the busy day for the Hornets as they made multiple trades. The four break down the Mark Williams deal that landed Charlotte Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2030 first-round pick swap, and a 2031 unprotected first-round pick. They discuss how this affects the offseason and future outlook of the team. They finish by evaluating the transaction with Phoenix that sent Cody Martin and Vasilije Micić out the door for Jusuf Nurkić and a 2026 first-round pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Who Should Charlotte Keep?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 27:29


    Richie answers a listener's question about retaining a handful of Hornets. He ranks Cody Martin, Josh Green, Grant Williams, Josh Okogie, Tre Mann, and Moussa Diabaté in terms of his preference for keeping players heading into next season.

    Where do Smith Jr. and Salaün Stand?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 44:58


    Brian and Darian evaluate Nick Smith Jr. and Tidjane Salaün midway through the 2024-25 season. The two highlight Smith's recent play and Salaün's assignment to Greensboro. The two also discuss the promising signs and concerns for both of these young players as they progress through their rookie contracts. The episode also has discussions on Brandon Miller's injury to begin the episode and the implications of that moving forward. LIVE Video Version Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Charles Lee's Progress Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 55:12


    Brian and Darian return to chat about Charles Lee's first season as head coach for the Charlotte Hornets. The two discuss promising and worrisome aspects of his 7-25 start to the season. How much blame can be placed on Lee?

    Williams Returns and Miller Goes Down

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 48:57


    Brian and Darian return to discuss Brandon Miller's ankle injury and Mark Williams's recent play. The two discuss the depressing stat that Ball, Miller, and Williams have played just over 150 minutes in their tenure together and the outlook for the remainder of the season.

    Grant Williams Tears ACL

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 40:00


    LaMelo Shining and Diabaté Emerging

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 60:36


    Brian and Darian return to chat about LaMelo's All-Star case and Moussa Diabaté making the most of his opportunities. The two also talk about Brandon Miller's disappointing start to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    First Week Observations

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 52:37


    Brian and Spencer discuss some of the good and bad aspects of the season's first three games. The two highlight LaMelo Ball's fast start, Nick Richards's underrated play, and Charles Lee's defensive intricacies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Positive Preseason Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 68:56


    Brian, Darian, and Spencer return to discuss the results and observations of the Hornets' first two preseason games. The three talk about LaMelo's performances, the outlook for Tidjane Salaün, and the overall positivity surrounding Charles Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    An Important Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 7:05


    Richie gives a life update on the Buzz Beat podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Favorite Lineup Configurations

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 53:40


    Brian and Darian field listener questions as we slowly approach the opening of the NBA season. The two answer questions about closing lineups, the center depth, and the toughest part of Charlotte's schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Tiering the Roster

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 73:47


    Richie, Brian, and Darian take all the rostered players on the Hornets and tier them into 6 different categories. The three also answer a listener's question about the most likely outcome after 20 games. If you'd like to tier the roster, please visit our TierMaker link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    The Eras Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 47:58


    Richie invites Will Eudy and Gil McGregor to partake in a draft of Hornets players from different eras. The three also discuss the offseason moves and the new “DNA” that exists within the organization.

    Mavs Turned Hornets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 45:25


    Richie brings on Lauren Gunn to discuss the three Hornets players who have previously played for Dallas. She shares the background and scouting report on these players. Richie finishes the episode by outlining Moussa Diabaté signing the final two-way contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Summer League Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 65:31


    Brian and Darian recap the 7-1 Summer League Hornets. They spend some time discussing Zavier Simpson, Jake Stephens, Nick Smith Jr., Brandon Miller, and Tidjane Salaün. The two also talk over the final two-way contract and answer a listener's question about the logjam at the guard positions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Resetting the Roster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 44:05


    Richie answers some listener questions concerning the roster construction. He chats about previous rebuilds, recaps the Taj Gibson signing, and ranks the guards on the roster that need to be getting the most minutes. Get involved in the Buzz Beat Substack Chat with questions and conversations with fellow Hornets fans: Join Chat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    WFNZ Radio Hit | July 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 13:36


    Richie joins Mac on WFNZ to chat about the Hornets' offseason, Summer League, and what has him most excited about Charles Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Roster Nearing Completion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 55:28


    Richie, Brian, and Darian discuss the first two wins in the California Classic. The three highlight some of the bigger talking points in the wins over Spurs and the Chinese National Team. The crew finishes the episode by outlining the flurry of moves the front office has made to round up the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Hornets Acquire Josh Green

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 28:59


    Richie recaps the deal that landed Charlotte Josh Green. He highlights Green's play on both ends of the court and what this deal means for the roster construction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Draft Day 2 Transactions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 33:44


    Richie and Brian recap the selection of KJ Simpson and the trade for Reggie Jackson. The two profile Simpson's strengths and weaknesses and outline the cause of the trade with Denver. The two also share more thoughts on Tidjane Salaün. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Tidjane Salaün Selected

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 61:58


    Richie, Darian, Brian, Spencer, and Dylan react to the selection of Tidjane Salaün at the 6th spot. The crew discusses the talking points, rumors, and prospects leading up to the pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Charles Lee's Impressive Presser

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 28:09


    Richie reacts to the introductory press conference of Charles Lee. Lee emphasizes his past coaches, the need for competitiveness, and a focus on the process. ✍

    Mock Draft Deliberation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 70:54


    We partake in a Mock Draft where 5 others joined Buzz Beat to make their selections before the Hornets. We go through the thought process of which players would be in play for Charlotte and fail to come to a consensus. ✍

    WFNZ Radio Hit | June 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 13:45


    Richie joins WFNZ to share his thoughts about Charlotte's offseason. With Willy and T-Bone, he discusses the optimism with Charles Lee, the future of Miles Bridges, and targets in next week's NBA Draft. ✍

    Roster Building Priorities

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 47:54


    Richie invites Dylan Jackson to discuss Charles Lee and his experience affecting the Hornets' offseason. The two also share NBA Playoff observations and what that means for Charlotte's priorities for targeting players in the draft and free agency. YouTube Version Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Profiling Rob Dillingham, Nikola Topić

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 35:31


    Brian and Darian break down the games of Rob Dillingham (Kentucky) and Nikola Topić (Serbia). The two discuss Dillingham's open-floor passing, floater, and lack of size. They also mention Topić's rim finishing and question marks around his shot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Managing Draft Assets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 26:43


    Brian and Darian chat about how the Hornets can manage their roster and potentially add undesirable contracts for future picks. The two also discuss the new owners' attachment to the current players and which pieces are expendable.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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