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#BuzzCity has a podcast! Charlotte Hornets and NBA news, analysis and rumors. Join Walker Mehl every weekday for in-depth, intelligent takes on Charlotte Hornets and NBA basketball. Support the show and great local sports talk at patreon.com/loh.

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    More Charlotte Hornets drama, a Buddy Hield trade opportunity and a Kai Jones update

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 41:37


    Austin Rivers says a leadership gap in Charlotte is harming LaMelo Ball's career. Is he right? Buddy Hield is suddenly on the trade block. Would it make sense for the Charlotte Hornets to pursue a trade for him? Kai Jones is boxing now. Ballys is bankrupt. Will they still broadcast Hornets games next season? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    How will Brandon Miller replace Kelly Oubre's role in the Hornets offense?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 38:05


    Nata Edwards from the Eye On CBB Podcast joins the show to discuss Kelly Oubre's departure from the team. Can Brandon Miller step in year one and replace his minutes effectively? Finally, the guys discuss the potential of Mark Williams in his 2nd season. Is it time for him to drop Section 80? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Kelly Oubre signs with the Philadelphia 76ers: What does his departure mean for the Charlotte Hornets?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 44:02


    Kelly Oubre finally agrees to a deal with Philadelphia after a long offseason. What are your favorite Kelly Oubre moments? What does his departure mean for the Charlotte Hornets? Finally, the guys get to their Top 35 lists and reveal a hard researched nickname, and the Hornets OG's. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Futures Rankings: How do the Charlotte Hornets stack up with the rest of the league? What is Brandon Miller's ceiling compared to his draft mates?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 34:05


    How do the Hornets stack up against other NBA teams when it comes to future outlook? Walker and Doug discuss Bleacher Report's future ranking for the entire team along with Brandon Miller's ceiling ranking. How does Miller compare to other players in the 2023 draft class? Future Power Rankings: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10089254-nba-future-power-rankings-where-all-30-teams-project-in-3-years Highest Rookie Ceilings: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10088292-ranking-the-highest-ceilings-from-the-2023-nba-draft-class Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Chance, Nata Chance with Nata Edwards: Kai Jones plays, Rozier and Hayward start, the Hornets have 2 stars in the next 3 years

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 42:28


    On this episode of Locked On Hornets, join Doug Branson and special guest, Nata Edwards, as they play "Chance, Nata Chance." Will Kai Jones play a single minute for the Charlotte Hornets next season? Will Terry Rozier and Gordon Hayward start game 1 or is there a chance Brandon Miller makes his case to start immediately. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Kai Jones critiques teammates on social media. What does it mean for his future? PLUS: Baron Davis dishes on his draft night

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 39:23


    Walker and Doug discuss the latest posts from Kai Jones. What do they mean for his future? Doug brings some "what if" moments from Michael Scotto's interview with Baron Davis. What would have happened had the Charlotte Hornets drafted some one else? Maybe even Steve Francis? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Our reactions to Kai Jones' strange social media videos + Will Miles Bridges start when he returns from suspension?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 41:20


    David Walker joins the pod to discuss a bizarre video of Kai Jones on social media. Is there anything to takeaway? Afterwards, the guys discuss the chances Miles Bridges comes off the bench immediately after his suspension. Should he start right away? Finally, Doug brings a question about Hornets culture to the pod. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Rotation Talk: How does PJ Washington affect the minutes distribution?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 43:59


    Walker and Doug take a look at the rotation next season with the roster finalized. Who starts in the front court? Does PJ's signing affect how long others will stay with the organization? Doug closes things out with his top 35 nicknames of all time list. Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to your phone via Subtext (14 Day Free Trial): https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonhornets Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More

    PJ Washington & Mitch Kupchak speak to media: What were the main takeaways?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 40:12


    PJ Washington and Mitch Kupchak spoke to media on Tuesday, following their contract agreement. What were the main takeaways? What has PJ Washington been working on in the offseason? Walkers closes things out with an update on his Top 35 Hornets of all time list. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    PJ Washington and Charlotte Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak due to speak. What do we want to hear?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 34:44


    PJ Washington and Mitch Kupchak are set to speak to the media after coming to terms on a deal late in the offseason. What do you want to hear from both parties? Doug brings questions from the Sicko Satchel about Gordon Hayward and potential Christmas Day games? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Did PJ Washington get played by the Charlotte Hornets?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 38:09


    After the long offseason of negotiations between the Charlotte Hornets and PJ Washington, fans are wondering if the Hornets swindled PJ in some fashion. Is that how you see it? Finally, the guys go back to the Sicko Satchel to answer some questions. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    LaMelo Ball ranked 84th best player in the NBA??! PLUS! New PJ Washington contract details are revealed

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 44:36


    So the guys are a little late to the party, but Walker and Doug discuss where LaMelo Ball ranks within the NBA after Matt Moore's article placed him 84th. Are you surprised with the placement? LOH discussed PJ Washington contract details until finally, Walker revealed his one player category on the Top 35 Hornets list. Read Matt Moore's explanation here: https://www.actionnetwork.com/nba/nba-elite-100-ranking-the-most-valuable-players-of-the-2023-24-season Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    PJ Washington agrees to a 3 year deal with the Charlotte Hornets!! Is it a fair deal for both sides?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 41:24


    After a long offseason, the Charlotte Hornets and PJ Washington finally agree to a 3 year/48 million dollar contract with games & minutes bonuses. Is it a fair deal for both sides? Also, you might want to check out the YouTube version of the show, as Doug pays off a 5k subscriber bet in style. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Double Pinstripes!! The Charlotte Hornets reveal throwback jerseys PLUS! Would you bring back Kelly Oubre on the vet min?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 45:34


    What do we think of the Hornets deciding to honor the late 90's/early 00's version of the team? The Hornets are bringing back the double pinstripes and announced the decision via a Baron Davis/LaMelo Ball video. The guys consider bringing Kelly Oubre back on a vet min deal, then get to their top 35 lists. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    PJ Washington free agency delay is unprecedented in Charlotte Hornets history

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 41:43


    How did we get to a point where PJ Washington still doesn't have a team this late into the offseason? Walker and Doug discuss more of the contract situation surrounding PJ and the factors within his free agency. Finally, the guys grind through a few "who wore it best?" numbers. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    What are the most important "non-context" games on the Charlotte Hornets' schedule?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 47:28


    Outside of playoff significance, what are the most important games on the Charlotte Hornets' schedule? Walker and Doug take a look at some of the matchups between rookies and past foes. Finally, the guys get to their lists. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    NBA Schedule Release!! Is the schedule conducive to the Charlotte Hornets winning?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 36:55


    The NBA schedule is here! What are the main takeaways? Walker and Doug look at a couple key factors like the start to the season, amount of back to backs, and one historic note about the upcoming season. Finally, Walker reveals 24-21 on his top 35 Hornets list of all time. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Overrated/Underrated Charlotte Hornets roster edition PLUS! What if the Hornets didn't blow two 3-2 playoff series leads in 2001 and 2016

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 40:56


    Doug brings the Sicko Satchel once again. Who are the most underrated Hornets on the roster? Overrated? The guys move on looking over "what-if" scenarios in Hornets history. How does the course of Hornets history change if Charlotte wins the 2001 series against the Bucks? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Hornets In-Season Tournament dates revealed PLUS! Who's the one Hornet you wish worked out long term??

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 39:41


    Walker and Doug are back at it, this time discussing the Hornets In-Season Tournament draw. Would it be beneficial for the Hornets if the tournament was held later in the season? Afterwards, the guys take questions from the Sicko Satchel. Who's the one Hornet you wish worked out long term? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Fantasy Expansion Draft: Which Charlotte Hornets would you protect?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2023 49:03


    After the Bill Simmons Podcast hosted a hypothetical NBA expansion draft, Walker and Doug chose 8 players they would protect in such a scenario. Who would you protect? Finally the guys get to their "Top 35" lists. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Does a PJ Washington sign and trade make any sense? Top 35 Charlotte Hornets & Nicknames: 35-31

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 44:19


    What new team is rumored to be interested in PJ Washington? Will he only leave the Hornets in a S&T? Walker and Doug discuss free agents who were with the Hornets last year then reveal their top 35 lists. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Charlotte Hornets sign Frank Ntilikina, the Plotkin thickens and Top 35 Hornets & Nicknames

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 50:14


    Will Frank Ntilikina help Charlotte's defense next season? Walker and Doug discuss the similarities between Frank's signing this year and DSJ's signing last year. After recapping comments made by new owners Rick Schnall and Gabe Plotkin, Walker reveals his 35th best Hornet of all time, and Doug brings us the nicknames. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Live reactions to Charlotte Hornets new owners' introductory press conference

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 49:13


    Doug goes live right after the press conference to introduce new Charlotte Hornets owners Rick Schnall and Gabe Plotkin. Did they win the press conference? Are you more optimistic? Will this be more of the same or do they have a plan to get the Hornets into NBA relevancy? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Making the case for Mark Williams as DPOY. PLUS! New Charlotte Hornets owners due to speak today. What do we want to hear?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 41:20


    The Charlotte Hornets have finally found their center. How quickly can he win Defensive Player of the Year and is their a path for him to do it in his second season? The new Charlotte Hornets ownership group is scheduled to speak today and Doug is very clear on what he wants to hear from the new regime. We're on #19 on Who Wore it Best and there are two very fun names battling it out. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Make the case: Brandon Miller will win Rookie of the Year for the Charlotte Hornets

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 42:46


    What are the chances Brandon Miller wins Rookie of the Year? Walker and Doug look at the past few top rookies and build the case from there. Doug fires off some takes after missing a pod, then the guys figure out "who wore it best". Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Where are you putting the Charlotte Hornets win total? PLUS What are the chances Steve Clifford sticks around longterm?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 35:17


    David Walker joins the pod to discuss the Hornets win total set at 30.5 wins on the season. Is that too low? Will Steve Clifford have to surpass that in order to keep his job past this season? Finally, the guys discuss the pre-season schedule. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    RUMOR: Hornets eyeing young GM prospect Jeff Peterson, for future role

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 39:43


    It's a FUN Friday show through and through. Walker and Doug discuss Jake Fischer's report on a GM candidate to look out for should new ownership decide to move on from Mitch Kupchak. Finally, the guys move on to Bobcats content and bring back "Who Wore it Best?" a trip down Hornets/Bobcats memory lane. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Is Mark Williams already an elite defender for the Charlotte Hornets?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2023 38:16


    How much do you expect Mark Williams to improve next year? Walker and Doug take a look at Mark Williams' eye-popping interior defensive metrics and discuss how a full time starting role will help the team. The guys also go over some of the biggest changes Miles Bridges will experience returning to the team in quite sometime. We share a chart from Brandon Miller's year at Alabama that has us excited and worried at the same time. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Power Rankings: Where do the Hornets rank? PLUS Is there a chance Kelly Oubre returns?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 34:51


    Should the Hornets still be ranked as one of the worst teams in the league? Walker and Doug dissect Charlotte's latest spot in The Athletic's power rankings. Walker asks about the chances of Kelly Oubre's return the longer we go through the offseason, before finishing with a Jayson Tatum stray. Strayson Tatum if you will... Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    Charlotte Hornets Rotation Projections PLUS How does LaMelo Ball compare to other guards on drives to the rim?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 41:45


    Doug divvied up the minutes in his later roster projection while Walker pointed out some questions. Who will Brandon Miller take minutes from? How does PJ Washington's presence on the roster affect the rotation? Doug launches a new segment: "Take that for Data Tuesday" where the guys explore LaMelo's numbers on drives to the rim. Then, well, they talk about chickens and orangutans. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 

    RUMOR: Charlotte Hornets interested in two vets for backup PG role + team sale update

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 37:32


    Doug does a deep dive on two options that the Charlotte Hornets are interested in for their backup PG hole. Would Delon Wright or Edmond Sumner be the better fit? PLUS the Charlotte Hornets team sale gets one step closer to completion and Kemba Walker is on his way overseas. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

    LaMelo Ball & Mitch Kupchak speak after Melo's Rookie Max Extension PLUS Are the Hornets a playoff team next year?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 37:06


    The Hornets hosted media availability for the 2nd straight day, this time with LaMelo Ball and Mitch Kupchak taking the podium. How is LaMelo feeling after his string of injuries last year? How hard was his decision to sign the extension? The guys discuss Charlotte's playoff chances after Kupchak's comments at the end. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…