Voice of the Hornets, Chris Kroeger, delivers meaningful basketball conversations with meaningful basketball people.
Charlotte Hornets, Chris Kroeger
The Courtside Seats with Kroeger | A Charlotte Hornets Podcast is a godsend for hardcore Hornets fans like myself. In the past, we would have to rely on outside sources for any in-depth coverage of the team, but now, with the hiring of Kroegs and the advent of this podcast, we can rejoice! This show takes a deeper dive into some of the topics surrounding the team, providing insightful analysis and discussion. What sets it apart from other fan-made and unaffiliated podcasts is its official nature, allowing them to line up stellar guests that most others would never be able to get. It's not just for die-hard fans either; casual NBA fans can also learn a lot from national guests like Bobby Marks who provide a bigger picture look at the league. Kroeger does an amazing job hosting this show, bringing his expertise and passion to every episode. Hearing his voice on the proverbial airwaves again is truly a pleasure.
One of the best aspects of The Courtside Seats with Kroeger is the access to top-notch guests. National figures like Bobby Marks bring valuable insights and perspectives on not just the Hornets but also the broader NBA landscape. The in-depth discussions that take place allow listeners to gain a deeper understanding of various aspects related to the Hornets and basketball as a whole. Additionally, Kroeger's hosting skills are commendable as he keeps the conversations engaging and thought-provoking throughout each episode.
While The Courtside Seats with Kroeger offers an incredible listening experience overall, there are a few minor downsides worth mentioning. Occasionally, there may be moments where certain topics or segments may feel repetitive or could benefit from being more concise. Additionally, though it's great to have access to such high-profile guests, there may be instances where their schedules conflict or availability limits their appearances on the podcast.
In conclusion, The Courtside Seats with Kroeger | A Charlotte Hornets Podcast is truly a dream come true for Hornets fans. It provides a level of in-depth coverage that was previously lacking, thanks to Kroeger's expertise and the official nature of the podcast. The access to stellar guests and engaging discussions makes this podcast stand out amongst others in the sports world. While there may be some minor areas for improvement, overall, it is an exceptional podcast that any NBA or Hornets fan should not miss. Kudos to Pete Guelli, Chris Kroeger, and the rest of the marketing team over at the Hornets offices for making this podcast a reality. #BuzzCity
The Hornets got outpaced by the fastest playing team in the NBA in the Miami Heat by a final tally of 144-117. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down what went wrong for Charlotte in its final game of a three-game road trip, and also take a look ahead at Buzz City's three-game homestand coming up.
Travis "T-Bone" Hancock of Sports Radio WFNZ stops by the HHC for the first time this season to preview the Hornets taking on the Heat in Miami with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the latest news and notes surrounding LaMelo Ball's hot start, as well as the latest on Brandon Miller's injury.
The Hornets were down as many as 13 against the Wizards, but outscored Washington 88-51 in the second half to secure a 139-113 win on the second night of a back-to-back, all while LaMelo Ball went for a 38-point triple-double. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley break down the game and pick their top performers of the night, and also discuss what we've learned about this Hornets team through the first week of the season.
The Hornets kicked off their first night of a back-to-back in Philadelphia and nearly came away with a win, but ultimately fell by a final tally of 125-121. Rob Longo is joined by Will Palaszczuk of Sports Radio WFNZ to break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and the two also preview Charlotte's second night of a back-to-back against the Washington Wizards.
Rod Boone of the Charlotte Observer stops by for the first time this season, previewing Charlotte's first road game of the season in Philadelphia with Sam Farber. The take a look back at the opening game of the season for the Hornets and if the narrative around the league surrounding Buzz City is beginning to change.
As this season of Hornets basketball gets underway, President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson stops by the HHC to preview the season with Sam Farber. The two cover offseason moves, rookie expectations and much, much more.
For the fifth straight season, the Hornets opened up the campaign with a victory, this time by a 136-117 tally at home over the Nets. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the historic performance by Buzz City, and also talk about the potential that Hornets rookies have this upcoming season.
As Buzz City gets set to take on the Nets in the season opener at the Hive, Hornets head of basketball operations Jeff Peterson stops by to preview the season with Sam Farber. Sam is also joined by Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo to preview Charlotte's opening game of the season against Brooklyn.
The Hornets concluded the preseason with a 113-108 loss at New York, a close contest considering the fact that Charlotte decided to rest Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball. Rob Longo and Sam Perley of Hornets.com discuss the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and the two also wrap up the preseason as a whole and what they've learned.
The Hornets headed to Greensboro to continue preseason play, and impressed with a 145-116 performance against the Memphis Grizzlies. Rob Longo is joined by the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ, Will Palaszczuk to break down the game and pick their top performances of the evening. The two also discuss what to look for in the final preseason game and preview that showdown against the New York Knicks.
The Hornets have hit the backend of their preseason schedule, getting ready to face Memphis in Greensboro. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview all the action, and Sam sits down with Greensboro Swarm head coach DJ Bakker to discuss what fans can expect from the Swarm this season.
The Hornets picked up their first preseason win in 2025 thanks to a strong performance by the entire starting five, resulting in a 120-116 win over Dallas. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and pick their top performers of the evening, and the two discuss what we've learned so far through three preseason games.
The Hornets continued their march through the preseason with a stop in Oklahoma City, dropping a 122-116 decision. Rob Longo and Sam Perley discuss the contest and pick their silver-lining performances, and also preview Charlotte's next preseason game on the road at Dallas.
For the second straight preseason game, the Hornets will square off against the Thunder, this time in Oklahoma City. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick the best soundbites from earlier in the week from training camp.
The Hornets took their show on the road to start off preseason play, falling 135-114 to Oklahoma City in Charleston. Rob Longo and Sam Farber break down the game and provide their silver-lining selections, plus the duo preview the upcoming Purple and Teal Day festivities.
With the first two preseason games taking place against Oklahoma City, Nick Gallo, the TV sideline reporter for the Thunder, stops by to preview the matchups with Sam Farber.
With the third day of training camp wrapped up, Rob Longo and Sam Perley react to what head coach Charles Lee had to say when he addressed the media. Sam Farber also continues our player previews, sitting down with John Bishop, the broadcaster for the Creighton Blue Jays, to talk about Ryan Kalkbrenner's collegiate career, as well as David Locke, the voice of the Utah Jazz, to discuss what Hornets fans can expect from Collin Sexton this season.
As the Hornets wrap up day two of training camp, Rob Longo and Sam Perley react to some of the best quotes from the players. Plus, Sam Farber sits down with the voice of the UCONN Huskies, Mike Crispino, to discuss Liam McNeeley, as well as the radio voice of the Dallas Mavericks, Chuck Cooperstein, to chat about what Hornets fans could expect from Spencer Dinwiddie this season.
The Hornets kicked off the first day of training camp in Charleston, SC as the team gets ready for its first preseason game against Oklahoma City. Sam Farber and Sam Perley provide the top highlights from the first day of camp, while Sam Farber chats with David Shumate, the voice of the Duke Blue Devils, to discuss what Hornets fans can expect from rookies Kon Knueppel and Sion James this season. Plus, Sam also sits down with Tim Kempton, the analyst for the Suns Radio Network, to talk about what Hornets fans should expect to see from Mason Plumlee in his second stint in Buzz City.
Before Buzz City heads to South Carolina to kick off training camp, hear from Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson and head coach Charles Lee, as well as new players and familiar faces. Sam Farber and Rob Longo react to the notable quotes and set their expectations for this upcoming training camp and season.
The 2025-26 regular season schedule is finally here! Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down all the marquee matchups, discusses the most difficult and favorable months and also provide details on how to secure your seats to all the action at Spectrum Center this season.
The Charlotte Hornets are NBA 2K26 Summer League Champions! Charlotte captured it's first ever Summer League crown with an 83-78 win over Sacramento. Sam Farber and Sam Perley break down the championship game, the MVP performance of Kon Knueppel and what it means for the franchise moving forward.
After reaching the Summer League playoffs for the first time in franchise history, the Hornets dominated the Oklahoma City Thunder with a 109-80 victory, thanks to big performances by Jaylen Sims and Kon Knueppel. Sam Farber and Sam Perley break down the contest and preview the Summer League championship game between Buzz City and the Sacramento Kings.
The Hornets put on a dominating performance against San Antonio, using a 23-2 run to end the second quarter en route to a 106-81 victory over the Spurs, clinching a semifinal berth into the Summer League playoffs for the first time in franchise history. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the performance and provide their stars of the night, and Sam also has a one-on-one sit down with Hornets rookie Ryan Kalkbrenner.
The Hornets continue to make moves on and off the court, officially announcing the additions of Mason Plumlee, Spencer Dinwiddie and re-signing Tre Mann. Rob Longo and Sam Perley discuss the free-agent signings, as Charlotte picked up another win in Summer League action, downing Dallas by a final tally of 87-69.
The Hornets moved to 2-0 out in Las Vegas Summer League action following a 96-94 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, thanks to some late heroics from Ryan Kalkbrenner. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and highlight the top performances, and Sam also sits down with Hornets rookie Sion James for a one-on-one conversation.
The Hornets got off to a hot start in Summer League action, downing Utah 111-105 in their first game out in Las Vegas. Rob Longo and Sam Perley highlight the top performances on the team and preview Charlotte's next game against Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Sam Farber sits down with Liam McNeeley for a one-on-one interview.
The Hornets have been busy on and off the court the last few weeks, as Charlotte completed several offseason deals and prepare for Summer League action in Las Vegas. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo break down the most recent transactions by Buzz City and preview Charlotte's upcoming Summer League games. Plus, Sam Farber sits down with the No. 4 overall pick in this year's draft, Kon Knueppel, for a one-on-one interview.
After a highly acclaimed 2025 NBA Draft, Charlotte Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson joins Sam Farber to discuss his four selections, the class as a whole, and the state of the franchise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After adding 2nd round selections Sion James and Ryan Kalkbrenner to the mix, the Charlotte Hornets have completed their 2025 NBA Draft class! Hear from the picks themselves, and Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson as Sam Farber and Sam Perley review the Hornets 2025 draft class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hornets were active at both ends of the opening round of the 2025 NBA Draft, selecting Kon Knueppel with the No. 4 overall pick, then trading back into the first round to select Liam McNeeley with the No. 29 overall pick. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the selections and how they fit on the roster as we hear from Knueppel and President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson, as well as expert analysis from ESPN's Paul Biancardi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In our final draft preview episode prior to the 2025 NBA Draft, ESPN's Paul Biancardi gives us his take on the lottery prospects out of Duke; Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel and Khaman Maluach. Plus, some of his favorite players who were not in his top 100 out of High School, and his outlook overall on the Hornets franchise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Pincus from Bleacher Report stops by to preview the upcoming draft with Sam Farber. The two take a deeper look at potential draft picks from the international pool, and also discuss the current roster construction of the Hornets and what kind of player would be a good fit for the franchise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bobby Marks of ESPN stops by to preview next week's draft with Sam Farber. The two discuss the deep talent of this draft class and how it compares to draft class in previous years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Associated Press NBA Writer Tim Reynolds joins Sam Farber to discuss some of the biggest draft prospects in the 2025 class, and gives his perspective on what needs to happen for the Charlotte Hornets to be the next franchise with a playoff breakthrough.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We tip off our draft preview podcast series with Hoops Hype Senior NBA Insider Michael Scotto. He helps break down top lottery prospects VJ Edgecombe, Jeremiah Fears, Tre Johnson and some of his other favorite prospect of the 2025 Draft. Plus his perspective on the state of the Hornets entering the draft and the 2025/26 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hornets will officially hold the No. 4 overall picks as determined by the NBA Draft Lottery. Sam Farber and Sam Perley react to the news, take a look at what a top-five pick has meant historically for the Hornets, and also list the notable players that have been selected fourth overall in NBA history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Terrence Oglesby of Hornets on FanDuel Sports Network stops by to preview the 2025 Draft Lottery with Sam Farber. Sam discusses how the probability of the lottery works, and the two discuss the depth of this draft and how it can impact teams at the top of the draft order.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the heels of exit interview day officially concluding the 2024-25 season, Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo recap all the notes and quotes from several players, and also reflect on the year as a whole for Buzz City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 2024-25 season came to a close in Boston for the Hornets, who fell 93-86 and finish the season at 19-63. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and pick their silver-lining selections, and also instantly react to the season as a whole for the Hornets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hornets wrap up the season with two straight games in Boston, and despite trailing by one at halftime, Charlotte fell 130-94 in the first meeting. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and pick their silver-lining selections, and also preview the final game of the season between Charlotte and Boston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For the final two games of the season, the Hornets head to Boston to the face the Celtics in a rare occurrence this season where Charlotte will play the same team in consecutive games. Sam Farber and Rob Longo give their thoughts on this scheduling quirk and also preview the penultimate game of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hornets were shorthanded as ever in Toronto on the second night of a back-to-back and fell by a final tally of 126-96, but the headlines all go to Taj Gibson, who became the 152nd player to appear in 1,000 career games in NBA history. Rob Longo and Will Palaszczuk, the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ, break down the game and pick their silver linings, but also take a deeper look on the importance of Taj's milestone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hornets wrapped up the home portion of their schedule against Memphis, but ultimately fell by a final tally of 124-100. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and they also preview Charlotte's trip to Toronto as the Hornets are on the second night of a back-to-back for the final time this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As the Hornets prepare for their final home game of the season, Sam Farber and Sam Perley take a look back at their favorite memories that took place at Spectrum Center this season, and also preview Charlotte's showdown against the Grizzlies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hornets continued their final homestand of the season, but dropped a third-consecutive game with a 131-117 defeat to the hands of Chicago. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and select their silver-lining performances, and also highlight a few of the members of the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame Class and their ties to the Queen City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hornets final homestand of the 24/25 season is underway. Sam Farber and Rob Longo bread down Friday's matchup against Sacramento and preview Sunday's vs. Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the Hornets kicking off their final homestand of the season, Sam Farber and Sam Perley take a look at the play of some of the rookies for Buzz City, and also some milestones they are keeping an eye on. The two also preview Charlotte's showdown against the Kings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hornets had the opportunity to sweep the season series against Indiana this season, but will have to settle for a series win after a 119-105 loss in the Hoosier State. Rob Longo and Sam Perley of Hornets.com react to the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also provide some new on the injury front, including LaMelo Ball undergoing successful arthroscopic surgery to repair ankle and wrist injuries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Collins, the TV broadcaster of the Hornets on FanDuel Sports Network, stops by to preview Charlotte's showdown against Indiana with Sam Farber. The two also discuss what they've seen from some of the younger players this season and what to expect from them in the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hornets returned home on the second night of a back-to-back against Utah, and snapped a five-game losing streak with a 110-106 victory. It marks the first time Charlotte has swept Utah in a season series since the 1994-95 season. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their top performances of the evening. Plus, the two preview the first playoff game in Greensboro Swarm franchise history, as they square off against the Indiana Mad Ants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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