Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets

JJ Jackson from Locked On Blue Devils joins the show to discuss Duke prospects entering the draft. JJ answers how he thinks Mark Williams can translate to the NBA, if there's a shot AJ Griffin could slide, and if Paolo Banchero should be the number 1 pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Deandre Ayton worth it for Charlotte? Walker throws some fake trades at Doug to see which ones he would accept as the Hornets' GM. To close it out, LOH answers your questions via twitter and youtube. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

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Walker and Doug continue to break down Mitch Kupchak's audio from last week. What was their takeaway from Mitch's comments on the rookies' lack of playing time? LOH also discusses Miles Bridges' future and reports of other teams being interested in the standout from last year. Is there a chance he plays for someone else next season? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Mitch Kupchak speaks to the media for the first time in a while. Mitch addresses his future with the team, the qualities he's looking for in a new head coach, and how he evaluates LaMelo's 2nd season in the league. David Walker joins us again to break it all down. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Walker and Doug address some of the most important questions for Mitch Kupchak ahead of his media availability. Before that, LOH asks whether the Hornets should package the 2 first round picks in exchange for a veteran to help them win now. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

So the Hornets are cemented at number 13 in the lottery. What are the most likely outcomes now? Plus reports state Charlotte added a new name to the coaching pool and a few candidates have had multiple interviews. Are we close to the end of the coaching search? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Will the Hornets get lucky? The NBA Draft Lottery is tonight and LOH goes over some of the scenarios that could take place for Charlotte. What would you do if you had a top 4 pick? Plus Walker and Doug take a look at the Hornets lottery history. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

It looks more and more like Mike D'Antoni will become the head coach of the Charlotte Hornets. Doug dreams about what D'Antoni can do with LaMelo Ball. Afterwards Walker and Doug discuss the NBA Draft Lottery taking place tomorrow night, and the chances Charlotte can land Deandre Ayton after a disappointing Game 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Walker makes his weekly appearance for Fun Friday to discuss the Hornets' reported interest in Frank Vogel. Is he a veteran that could steer this team in the right direction? LOH also breaks down the center position then finally discuss the release of LaMelo Ball's new shoe. Is it fire or fizzle?? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Do the Hornets absolutely have to move off of Gordon Hayward's contract? How much a part of the future is Jalen McDaniels? Did Cody Martin improve as much as anyone on the Hornets roster? Will we ever stop asking questions? Buy your player capsules in bulk in today's Costco edition of Locked On Hornets. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Nick Carboni from WCNC joins the show to discuss the possibility of giving the new HC the GM responsibilities as well. Does that limit the candidate pool? Afterwards, they take a look at Kelly Oubre's past season. Is there a path to him returning? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

The Network reveals the first mock draft of the season! The Hornets have 2 picks in the first round. How much will that extra pick affect Charlotte's decision at 13? We discuss an interesting question that could take place come draft night. Plus, the guys look at PJ Washington's season. Will he be a Hornet after next season? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Walker and Doug recap Miles Bridges' 4th season in the league. Why was he in the MIP's conversation for majority of the year? Plus, there might be a new way to watch the Charlotte Hornets next season. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

David Walker joined for a jam packed Fun Friday. The guys discuss the Miles Bridges contract numbers that could come his way in restricted free agency. How much is too much? David brings "Intriguing or Deceiving" as the guys play a game revolving around the coaching candidates. Finally, LOH ends by picking a random box score to dissect at a later date. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

The list of Hornets coaching candidates is longer now that David Vanterpool and Charles Lee have entered the mix. What do we know about them? Walker goes over some of the reasons why Mark Jackson shouldn't be the head coach of the Hornets . Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Adrian Wojnarowski reported a list of names the Hornets would consider for the head coaching job. Is Mike D'Antoni the best option on the list? Walker and Doug disagree. Adam Armbrecht of the Locked On Nets podcast joins later to discuss Kenny Atkinson as a potential solution. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

James Bouknight is up next on the player docket. It was a rough year on the court for the rookie, but he had his moments. Are the flashes enough to give you confidence in the future? How did he perform compared to other rookies drafted in the first round? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

The back-court review continues. Terry Rozier had his best season last year that led to a contract extension. How well did he follow that up? Should the Hornets trade him for cap flexibility? Finally Doug Branson sits with Locked On Pacers' Tony East to discuss Frank Vogel's tenure with Indiana. Would Vogel make a good candidate for Charlotte? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Walker makes an appearance to discuss potential trades for Charlotte and how he's out on everything Jazz. We also question how Matt Damon can accurately portray Sonny Vaccaro? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

It's time for this offseason's player breakdowns! Walker and Doug lead with LaMelo Ball and discuss what went right and what went wrong. What does LaMelo need to improve on? What can the Hornets do to help LaMelo? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Walker and Doug prime the player capsules by taking a look at the guards in today's episode. Doug then discusses why he's turning into an old man. Finally, were you surprised to see Miles Bridges fall out of the top 5 in the MIP results? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Walker and Doug gauge the fan reaction to James Borrego's firing on Friday and the reports that Michael Jordan was the driving force behind the decision. Should MJ get more criticism? Is he starting to mettle again as an owner? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak released a statement after initial reports, that Charlotte would be moving on from James Borrego as their head coach. Is the decision justified? What did he do right/wrong? Who are the potential candidates to take over? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

David Walker joins Walker and Doug to discuss potential trade targets at the center position. What would you do to get Rudy Gobert? Is Deandre Ayton available for the right price? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Sam Perley from Hornets.com joins the show to discuss his exit interview takeaways. He talks about the tight-knit locker room, LaMelo Ball improving at controlling the game, and the impacts provided by both Isaiah Thomas and Montrezl Harrell. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Nick Carboni of WCNC joins the show to discuss the positives/negatives of the season. Was not addressing the center position the biggest failure? Lack of effort defensively? If LaMelo Ball was the biggest positive, was Miles Bridges the 2nd? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Walker and Doug react to the Pelicans win that allows Charlotte to gain the New Orleans 1st round pick. How did the Devonte Graham trade work out now? The guys also look at the important offseason dates to come. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

For a 2nd straight season the Hornets get blown out of the water in a Play-In game. There's blame from top to bottom and we hand it out. How did LaMelo Ball play in a big matchup versus Trae Young? Miles Bridges was ejected and threw his mouthpiece into the stands. Wes Bryant joins to recap a crazy year for him and the team. Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Jake Fischer from Bleacher Report drops an article about Mitch Kupchak's tenure with the Charlotte Hornets and how some around the league have speculated about his exit. What would that mean for James Borrego? How much faith do LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges have in their head coach? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Locked On Hornets and Locked On Hawks combine forces to discuss the 9/10 matchup ahead between Charlotte and Atlanta. How did we get here? What are the strengths and weaknesses of each team? Each host gives a prediction to finish the episode. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Walker and Doug recap the weekend that saw Charlotte beat Chicago and Washington, but still clinch 10th in the East with other Play-In teams taking care of business. Will they get past the Hawks? Locked On Hornets makes the case for/against Charlotte's ability to make the playoffs. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Nata Edwards returns to get some Borrego takes off his chest. What does JB's future look like with the Hornets? Also, how much of a hit would you be willing to take in order to trade Gordon Hayward? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

The Hornets lose again, this time to the Miami Heat 144-115. It's the 2nd time in a row Charlotte allowed 144 points, so how can the Hornets get back on track to the 8 seed? Walker and Doug talk about the rotation including Kelly Oubre's role, Jalen McDaniels' increased playing time, and the Montrezl Harrell DNP-CD. Wes Bryant also joins us to give us the verdict on Rec-Specs: Fire or Fizzle? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Walker and Doug discuss the Miles Bridges MIP campaign. Should he win? They also take a look at Charlotte's 3 point shooting this year and look ahead to tonight's matchup against the Miami Heat. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Gordon Hayward is back but now the Charlotte Hornets have to figure out what to do with him. We discuss his re-entry into the rotation, what it means and how a blowout loss to the Philadelphia 76ers impacts their play-in outlook. Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Doug returns to talk about the EC standings as it relates to the play-in tournament. Also, they discuss LaMelo Ball's most recent Slam interview, his most notable comments, rappers, candy wrappers, and batting stances. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

The Hornets win again thanks to LaMelo's 15 dimes and Miles Bridges 4th quarter takeover. Charlotte's future can be bright with these two at the helm, but they'll need to put the right pieces in place. Is trading Gordon Hayward the best way to create cap flexibility? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

NBA writer Keith Smith joins Walker Mehl to discuss who the best matchup is for the Hornets in the Play-in, what Gordon Hayward's value might be on the trade market, and how the Hornets compare to others in the NBA future rankings. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Walker Mehl seeks help from James Plowright from At The Hive and now Sports Illustrated! They discuss the Hornets' recent stretch, the loss to Denver, and how to incorporate Gordon Hayward back from injury. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

The Hornets' 5 game win streak comes to an end after losing to the Knicks last night. Should LaMelo Ball have started the 4th quarter? Were his 4 fouls the reason he didn't play? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

What have some of the trends been during the 5 game win streak? Wes Bryant joins the pod to discuss some of his prep for tonight's game against the New York Knicks. Also, the hot take machine... it may make an appearance. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

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The Hornets call on different players in different moments of their win against the Hawks. PJ Washington explodes, LaMelo returns from early foul trouble, and Nata Edwards joins us to talk all about it. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

James Bouknight has had a rocky start to his NBA career including a long stretch on the injury list due to neck soreness. He's off the list but what will the rest of the rest of the season hold. The Charlotte Hornets go up against Trey Young and the Atlanta Hawks tonight in what could be a preview of the 9/10 East Play In matchup. Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Terry Rozier, LaMelo Ball, and Isaiah Thomas all take their turns getting hot from 3, the Hornets are surprisingly struggling in one particular area, and Doug gets through security to bring out the Hot Take Machine. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Hornets take care of a much needed win against the Pelicans and set a season record for assists while doing so. Isaiah Thomas is here for the rest of the season, how much does he help LaMelo Ball? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

With the Hornets playing the Pelicans, the guys discuss the idea of Charlotte trading for Zion Williamson to pair with LaMelo Ball. Is it worth it? Also, we embrace 90's nostalgia through a new advertising campaign involving Miles Bridges. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

LaMelo Ball commits 6 early turnovers and sits most of the 2nd quarter. What did LaMelo Ball's comments mean after the game? Do we need another pulse check? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

The Hornets allow 50 to Kyrie and lose because of another poor start. What did Terry Rozier's comments mean after the game? Why did LaMelo Ball play the 4th most minutes again? Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms

Walker and Doug check out the good things happening around the Hornets in the standings with a big game tonight against the Nets. Also, jam makes its weird usual appearance and Walker gets lost in Jalen McDaniels stats. Rock Auto Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you. MEGAPHONE:  Follow & Subscribe to the Locked On Hornets Podcast on these platforms