Podcast appearances and mentions of Charlotte Hornets

Which NBA teams actually top the League Pass watchability charts this season? Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer break down their non-contender favorites, debating the outlook for the Indiana Pacers, Charlotte Hornets, Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls, Phoenix Suns, and Philadelphia 76ers. Which rising teams boast the most exciting rookie talent and which rosters are primed for breakout performances? Plus, the hosts question the NBA's obsession with bench depth, arguing that superstars like Karl-Anthony Towns, Jalen Brunson, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander remain the true drivers of playoff and Finals success. The summer checklist for the Portland Trail Blazers takes center stage, with bold takes on Damian Lillard's new role, potential trades involving Shaedon Sharpe and Jrue Holiday, and why adding Kevin Love could supercharge Portland's fast break. Don't miss this fast-paced debate on the true keys to NBA excitement and team-building. 00:00 – League Pass Teams Debate 21:10 – Role of Depth vs. Superstars 43:56 – Fixing Trail Blazers' Roster   RealGM Radio is your top spot for the best weekly NBA coverage. Subscribe to get RealGM Radio with Wes Goldberg, the Double Dribble and Good Take every week.   Monday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Tuesday: RealGM Radio with Wes Goldberg Wednesday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Thursday: Good Take with Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer   Subscribe to watch more RealGM Radio videos: youtube.com/@realgmradio   FOLLOW REALGM ON SOCIAL RealGM on X/Twitter https://x.com/RealGM RealGM on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/realgmnba/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Illinois Athletics continues to generate headlines as Athletic Director Josh Whitman is reportedly in line for another contract extension after helping elevate the Illini into one of the nation's premier athletic departments. The guys discuss what Whitman's leadership has meant for football, basketball, and the overall direction of Illinois athletics. The excitement surrounding Illinois basketball keeps growing after the release of the program's latest summer hype video, adding even more anticipation for what could be another special season in Champaign. Former Illini guard Kylan Boswell also continues to build momentum in NBA Summer League, delivering his best performance yet for the Charlotte Hornets with an efficient scoring night, strong rebounding, and another display of his all-around game. Later, Cooper O'Kelly joins the show to break down why transfer forward David Mirkovic is already receiving national attention as a preseason Wooden Award candidate, what makes his game unique, and why expectations continue to rise for Illinois heading into the 2026-27 season.

BLEAV in Hornets with Will "Dolla Bill" Bush & KC Rivers is your go-to podcast for all things Charlotte Hornets. Hosted by William Bush, this episode takes a look into the NBA offseason moves for Charlotte, while also looking into who's been contributing in the Summer League. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the third hour, Mac & Bone tell you their projected win total for the Charlotte Hornets, as the roster currently stands, after trading away LaMelo Ball, and Miles Bridges, Adam Gold joins to talk about NC State's outlook this football season, & the guys put together their Mount Punchmore See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The New Orleans Pelicans earned their first NBA Summer League victory in two years with an impressive comeback win over the Charlotte Hornets in Las Vegas. Big Q breaks down the game's biggest moments, standout performances, key statistics, Coach God Shammgod's postgame comments, player interviews, and what to expect when the Pelicans face the Phoenix Suns next.The New Orleans Pelicans are back in the win column!After trailing by as many as 18 points, the Pelicans stormed back to defeat the Charlotte Hornets, securing their first NBA Summer League victory in two years in dramatic fashion.Join Big Q as he recaps everything from Saturday afternoon's exciting comeback in Las Vegas, including the biggest plays, standout performers, team statistics, postgame reactions from Summer League head coach God Shammgod, player interviews, and an early preview of Sunday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Brad Stevens and Jayson Tatum's thoughts on the Jaylen Brown trade. Plus, Charlotte Hornets intentionally trading off "bad influences," latest on LeBron James free agency and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 0:00 - Ben Wallace criticizes Cavs 2016 reunion15:03 - Hornets getting "rid of bad influences"40:44 - Brad Stevens on decision to trade Jaylen Brown45:00 - Jayson Tatum reflects on Brown's trade52:34 - LeBron to the Sixers a "very serious" option (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Numbers On The Board - Presented by Enjoy Basketball comes to Las Vegas for a special live show during the 2026 NBA Summer League on Saturday July 11th. Tickets are live NOW https://www.wiseguyscomedy.com/nevada/las-vegas/town-square/e/numbers-on-the-board On this episode of 'Numbers On The Board' - Kenny, Pierre, Mike and Darrick grade each team's offseason moves Don't forget to LIKE and subscribe, we drop new episodes four times a week! 0:00 - Intro 20:30 - Where In The World Is Darrick Miller? 26:05 - Grading Every Team’s Offseason 26:10 - Atlanta Hawks 34:00 - Boston Celtics 50:30 - Brooklyn Nets 56:30 - Charlotte Hornets 01:04:47 - Chicago Bulls 01:08:12 - Cleveland Cavaliers 01:11:49 - Dallas Mavericks 01:17:30 - Denver Nuggets 01:21:06 - Detroit Pistons 01:25:35 - Golden State Warriors 01:27:10 - Houston Rockets 01:33:51 - Indiana Pacers 01:36:17 - Los Angeles Clippers 01:39:26 - Los Angeles Lakers 01:45:38 - Memphis Grizzlies 01:49:37 - Miami Heat 01:53:15 - Milwaukee Bucks 01:56:19 - Minnesota Timberwolves 01:59:59 - New Orleans Pelicans 02:00:03 - New York Knicks 02:03:04 - OKC Thunder 02:03:59 - Orlando Magic 02:05:03 - Philadelphia 76ers 02:07:47 - Phoenix Suns 02:10:05 - Portland Trailblazers 02:13:38 - Sacramento Kings 02:15:20 - San Antonio Spurs 02:16:30 - Toronto Raptors 02:18:32 - Utah Jazz 02:19:56 - Washington Wizards 02:25:30 - Unplugged #NumbersOnTheBoard #NBA #Basketball #Hoops #NBAStats #NBAHistory #NBADebate #StatLine NBARankings #AllTime #GOAT #kot4q #kennybeecham #nbaplayoffs #nbafinalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seth and Luke hear some pettiness in the PettyCast. Today they hear a rule Larry Bird had, President Trump's drive-by on President Taft, what it's like being a Hornets fan, and some shade thrown at young QBs from a former GM.

In this NBA Opinions of the Week, Kevin and Austin talk about the Charlotte Hornets trading Miles Bridges after trading Lamelo Ball. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

BLEAV in Hornets with Will "Dolla Bill" Bush & KC Rivers is your go-to podcast for all things Charlotte Hornets. Hosted by William Bush, and co-host Kelvin "K.C." Rivers, this episode takes a look into the NBA offseason and the annual TRADE MACHINE!! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mackey and Doogie kick around more Minnesota Timberwolves free agency and trade ideas as they look to fill out the rest of the roster and rotation. Plus, Bill Simmons HATES the LaMelo Ball trade, and people are wondering why the Charlotte Hornets would bail on a 25-year-old centerpiece? The boys dive into reasons why. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's trade season galore! Jerseys are swapping and the rumors are milling - Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones talk through it all.  They discuss the recent Ja Morant trade and his fit with the Portland Trail Blazers, touch on the Charlotte Hornets trading Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns, and cover all the news surrounding some of the league's biggest players. Will LeBron James and Anthony Davis join the Golden State Warriors? Is Kawhi Leonard going to the Toronto Raptors? What's going on with the Jaylen Brown and Jalen Duren situations? Then, the pair switch gears and talk W - they preview the WNBA Commissioner's Cup final and talk through the middle-ranked teams in the WNBA. That and more on today's Dunker Spot episode. 01:19 Grizzlies trade Ja Morant to Blazers 26:19 Hornets trade Miles Bridges to Suns 33:04 LeBron & AD to Warriors? 36:38 What's next for Kawhi Leonard? 41:48 What's next for Jaylen Brown? 45:23 What's next for Jalen Duren 51:35 Biggest winners & losers of NBA Draft 57:46 Salute to Minnesota Lynx 01:02:41 Middle ranked teams check-in 01:21:11 Commissioner's Cup preview Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:

Mackey and Doogie kick around more Minnesota Timberwolves free agency and trade ideas as they look to fill out the rest of the roster and rotation. Plus, Bill Simmons HATES the LaMelo Ball trade, and people are wondering why the Charlotte Hornets would bail on a 25-year-old centerpiece? The boys dive into reasons why. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rod Boone joins Luke and John Lund to discuss why the Charlotte Hornets have been trading away players to stockpile draft picks, how Miles Bridges is as a basketball player, and how Bridges could fit on a team without a true point guard.

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here to prepare us for the official start of free agency. They talk through all the news, including the Warriors' plan to lure LeBron to Golden State, the Jaylen Brown trade saga, Kawhi Leonard's potential return to Toronto, and much more. (00:00) Intro(2:53) LeBron to Golden State?(19:21) Jaylen Brown(44:37) The Charlotte Hornets' moves(1:07:52) The most intriguing situations Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Victoria Valencia, and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jared and Mo discuss Draymond Green opting out of his contract and LeBron James possibly signing in Golden State, the trade that sent LaMelo Ball from Charlotte to Minnesota, the rumors surrounding Jaylen Brown and Kawhi Leonard, and some of the recent deals signed ahead of free agency.  1:11 Draymond opts out 15:18 Hornets trade LaMelo and Bridges 24:58 Suns trade for Bridges 27:27 Wolves trade for LaMelo 38:58 Jaylen Brown rumors 47:25 Kawhi Leonard rumors 55:13 Pre-free agency deals Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the Hornets trading Miles Bridges to the Suns and Warriors want to reunite LeBron and Anthony Davis Timeline:00:00 - Introduction05:55 - Charlotte Hornets trade Mikal Bridges28:15 - Golden State wants to reunite LeBron James and AD (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The WILD Start of The NBA Offseason STUNS Gil's Arena as the Gil's Arena Crew reacts to the insane start of the NBA Offseason featuring blockbuster trades with NBA Superstars like LaMelo Ball and shocking free agency decisions set to turn the summer in the NBA upside down. They tip things off by reacting to Draymond Green opting out of his contract with the Golden State Warriors to help fuel rumors that LeBron James is looking to join Draymond & Steph Curry on the final stop of his NBA Career and debate if a Big 4 of Steph, Draymond, LeBron and Anthony Davis is enough to make the Warriors contenders in the West as one of this generation's biggest dynasties seeks one more championship. Next, they react to the shocking trade that sent LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves as the Charlotte Hornets moved on from their franchise superstar and break down how a back court of Anthony Edwards and Melo reshapes a Timberwolves team that has narrowly missed out on the NBA Finals in back to back seasons. They also examine the move from the perspective of the Hornets who plunged themselves into another rebuild by selling high on Ball & Miles Bridges, before giving their takes on the unraveling relationship between Jaylen Brown & The Boston Celtics as the Celtics' superstar has found himself in a media circus following the team's failed attempt to trade him for Giannis Antetokounmpo. They discuss how the former Finals MVP handled Bobby Marks & The NBA Analytics community undervaluing his career so far and debate if the franchise cornerstone has played his final game in Green as the Celtics may still look to move on from Brown. Finally, they break down more movement out West as rumors continue to swirl around Kawhi Leonard potentially reuniting with the Toronto Raptors in a trade from the Los Angeles Clippers and react to Austin Reaves signing a max contract to stay with the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of NBA Free Agency and debate if Luka Doncic & Lemon Daddy are the superstar duo the Lakers need to make a push for an NBA Title. Today's Gil's Arena Crew : Josiah Johnson, Swaggy P, Kenyon Martin, Skip Bayless, Brandon Jennings & Rashad McCants Gil's Arena premieres every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET. Sign up for Underdog HERE with promo code ARENA and play $5 to get $50 in bonus funds or bonus entries https://play.underdogsports.com/vgwg/... SUBSCRIBE:    / @thearena0   Read Rashad's Blog - https://rawrashad.com/?blog=y Join the Underdog discord for access to exclusive giveaways and promos!   / discord   Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ & MA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) 2 Min Countdown 0:00:00 Show Start 0:01:23 Draymond Green Declines His Player Option 0:06:03 LaMelo Ball Trade STUNS Gil's Arena 0:43:51 Hornets Sign White & Trade Bridges 1:10:09 Jaylen Brown Battles With The Media 1:22:38 Jaylen Brown's Future In Boston 1:47:24 Ja Morant TRADED To Portland 1:53:58 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we kick things off with a Father's Day recap before getting into our thoughts on the Apple Music-hosted Verzuz live from Los Angeles between B2K and Pretty Ricky. From there, we break down the latest on Big Tigger, discuss the Precious Bland verdict, and talk about the newest developments in the Nancy Guthrie case. We also get into the 2026 NBA Draft, react to the blockbuster trade between the Charlotte Hornets and Minnesota Timberwolves, and hit even more trending stories along the way. for more,

In this NBA Opinions of the Week, Kevin and Austin talk about Lamelo Ball being traded from the Charlotte Hornets to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss my dream offseason for the Sacramento Kings which includes waiving DeMar DeRozan, trading Domantas Sabonis to the Charlotte Hornets, sign-and-trading Zach LaVine to the Detroit Pistons, and re-signing Russell Westbrook.

The ultimate Eastern Conference ballot is officially locked in. In this episode, we go team-by-team through all 15 Eastern Conference franchises to carve their 4 ultimate icons into stone. From the historic dynasties of Boston and Chicago to the modern identity crises of Charlotte and Orlando, we reveal our final choices and build the ultimate monument to Eastern Conference basketball history.Intro (0:00)Our criteria (04:39)Atlanta Hawks (05:40)Boston Celtics (11:38)Brooklyn Nets (17:07)Charlotte Hornets (22:47)Chicago Bulls (28:27)Cleveland Cavaliers (34:37)Detroit Pistons (40:56)Indiana Pacers (48:00)Miami Heat (53:44)Milwaukee Bucks (59:04)New York Knicks (1:03:35)Orlando Magic (1:09:39)Philadelphia 76ers (1:12:59)Toronto Raptors (1:19:22)Washington Wizards (01:24:11)Who's on YOUR Mt Rushmore for these squads?

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. Nick Wright reacts to the Miami Heat trading for Milwaukee Bucks' star Giannis Antetokounmpo as well as the Minnesota Timberwolves trading for Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball. Nick breaks down why he believes neither trade will work out for the Heat or Timberwolves... and why the fallout may be worse than you'd expect. Later, Nick reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' massive deal with Austin Reaves and what it means for the future of LeBron James in LA. Could we see LeBron joining up with Steph Curry's Golden State Warriors or returning to Miami with Giannis? #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBA Draft delivered far more than new faces—it reshaped the league.In this episode of On The Ball, Ric Bucher explains why the Charlotte Hornets may have quietly assembled one of the smartest rosters in basketball while the Minnesota Timberwolves may have doubled down on talent without solving their biggest problem.Ric also breaks down the blockbuster trade sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat, what it means for Pat Riley, Erik Spoelstra and Heat Culture, why the Washington Wizards may be sabotaging top draft pick AJ Dybantsa before he even plays a game, what really happened inside the Golden State Warriors draft room, and why the national media continues to frame LeBron James differently than everyone else.Time Stamps00:00 – Intro: The NBA Draft changes the league overnight 01:35 – Why the Hornets may have had the best offseason in the NBA 03:25 – Why Minnesota's LaMelo Ball gamble feels desperate 06:20 – Giannis Antetokounmpo heads to Miami: What really happened 08:20 – Why Giannis' exit from Milwaukee wasn't ugly 09:20 – Heat Culture vs. Giannis' way of doing things 10:40 – Winners and losers from the Giannis trade 11:20 – Milwaukee's draft concerns and evaluating Nate Ament 12:40 – Why AJ Dybantsa isn't walking into an ideal situation in Washington 16:10 – The truth behind Joe Lacob's viral draft room exchange 17:35 – Why the Warriors may finally be preparing for life after Draymond Green 19:10 – ESPN, LeBron James and the double standard Ric can't ignore 21:20 – Final thoughts#NBA #NBADraft #Giannis #MiamiHeat #Hornets #Timberwolves #LaMeloBall #Warriors #LeBronJames #NBATrades #OnTheBall #RicBucher #UnitedWeCastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four teams separated themselves from the rest in the 2026 NBA Draft, one franchise made a massive mistake, and one talented player may have lost millions because of how draft night unfolded. Dr. Roto breaks down the biggest winners, the most questionable decisions, and the early NBA free agency moves that could reshape the league.Which four teams crushed the NBA Draft? Which franchise completely missed the mark? And which player got the worst advice before draft night? Dr. Roto shares his biggest takeaways, evaluates the top draft classes, and makes bold predictions for NBA free agency.

Ben Maller begins hour 2 asking what the Charlotte Hornets were thinking about trading LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves + Maller to The Third Degree! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Turkey beating the USA in final game of group stage, Timberwolves trade for LaMelo Ball and Jaylen Brown still in trade rumors. Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 00:00 - Introduction6:30 - Turkey def US19:53 - Charlotte Hornets trade LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves48:48 - Celtics reportedly looking for a big man and are willing to trade Jaylen Brown (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(1) Over/Unders from Jason - Cam Boozer, Ja Morant & US Soccer (2) Grades for Timberwolves x Hornets trade

It's been a busy week for the newest players to the Hornets franchise as Hannes Steinbach and Christian Anderson Jr. were officially introduced at Spectrum Center. Sam Farber sits down with both players for a one-on-one interview, and Rob Longo stops by to recap the day as a whole.

We start the show off with some super cross talk with AK Andy Kamenetzky and Momo Ramona Shelburne. D'Marco is in along with SU'A Cravens who is in for Travis Rodgers. There is more transactions that happened in the NBA. The Minnesota Timberwolves traded Naz Reid a 2033 unprotected first rd pick, three 1st round pick swaps, and three second rd picks to the Charlotte Hornets for Lamelo Ball and Josh Green. How does this shape up the Western Conference. FIRST PITCH with Greg Bergman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Charlie discussed Nicholls State basketball coach Tevon Saddler's new job in the G-League, the Pelicans' selection on night two of the NBA Draft, Minnesota's splash trade with Charlotte, and LSU football's recruiting run. The guys interviewed Jim Derry, the host of the Datitude podcast, Kelsey Nicole Nelson, the host of "Listen In With KNN," and Jeff Duncan, a columnist for The Times-Picayune. Steve and Charlie spoke to Oleh Kosel, a credentialed NBA reporter, about the Pelicans' busy offseason. The guys also previewed the USMNT's World Cup Group D finale against Turkey.

Steve and Charlie discussed the NFL's Top 100 list, the 2026 World Cup, and the Timberwolves' blockbuster trade for Lamelo Ball. The guys listened to USMNT goalkeeper Matt Freese's media availability. They also heard from USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Chris Mack reacts to the Charlotte Hornets trading LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid and multiple first-round picks.

Chris Mack opens Thursday's show with the top stories in the sports world, including Austin Reaves resigning with the Los Angeles Lakers. Plus, Chris reacts to the Charlotte Hornets trading LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. John Martin joins the show to talk all things NBA Draft.

All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. Nick Wright reacts to the Charlotte Hornets trading LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. What does this mean for Anthony Edwards and Minnesota's title chances? Later, Nick reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers signing Austin Reaves to a max contract and what it means for the future of the franchise, Luka Doncic, and LeBron James. Then, Nick recaps the NBA Draft, starting with the Washington Wizards selecting AJ Dybantsa with the first pick. Later, Nick previews the USMNT’s final group stage game against Türkiye and debates if he is ready to trust Brazil with Neymar back in the fold. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic's Senior NBA Writer Jon Krawczynski tells guest host Tom Pelissero that the Timberwolves trade with the Charlotte Hornets for LaMelo Ball has been in the works for a long time and how the addition impacts Minnesota's on-court identity, breaks down which teams are vying to trade with the Boston Celtics for Jaylen Brown, discusses LeBron James' uncertain future with the Los Angeles Lakers, and more. In ‘What's More Likely' Tom weighs in on WR Brandon Aiyuk's contentious relationship with the 49ers, Rams QB Matthew Stafford, the QB competitions for the Raiders, Vikings, and Falcons and more. Tom and Brockman engage in a heated debate on how to tell time and read a calendar, and discuss the latest controversy surrounding the way rough play on Caitlin Clark is officiated (not officiated?) in the WNBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Tom Pelissero and the guys react to the NBA's blockbuster trade sending LaMelo Ball from the Charlotte Hornets to the Minnesota Timberwolves to pair with Anthony Edwards, and break down the chances that Jaylen Brown is dealt from the Celtics or remains in Boston next season. NFL Players Association Executive Director JC Tretter and Tom discuss the union's most pressing issues including the chances the next CBA includes an 18-game season, pressuring the league to have natural grass in all stadiums, how to handle the Brendan Sorsby situation after his application for a Supplemental Draft was denied in the wake of his NCAA gambling scandal, and more.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00-25:21) – Query & Company opens a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the throat punch from Alyssa Thomas on Caitlin Clark last night and the loss in general for the Indiana Fever. Jake also opines on the Indiana Pacers trading into the second round last night to select Purdue’s Braden Smith. (25:21-41:59) – After the Indiana Pacers traded with the Chicago Bulls to select Braden Smith, Jake had a thought that a lot of people haven’t considered. Would he want to be drafted by his hometown NBA team? Will there be added pressure on Smith and the Pacers if it doesn’t work out? (41:59-50:51) – Jake Query concludes the first hour of the show by playing, and reacting, to what Indiana Fever Head Coach Stephanie White said last night after the game about the way Caitlin Clark is officiated. (50:51-1:18:57) – Tony East from Locked On Pacers and Circle City Spin makes his weekly visit on Query & Company to give his perspective on the events that took place last night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and the Indiana Pacers drafting Braden Smith. Plus, Tony weighs in on the trade from earlier in the morning between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Charlotte Hornets. (1:18:57-1:30:52) – The United States Men’s National Team plays its final group stage game tonight in the FIFA World Cup. Jake needs Eddie’s help with some questions about how meaningless the game is tonight for the USMNT. (1:30:52-1:42:12) – Hour number two of Query & Company concludes with Jake and Eddie further discussing Caitlin Clark and the way that the veteran players in the WNBA viewed her entering the league and how that opinion hasn’t changed. (1:42:12-2:06:51) – The final hour of Query & Company starts out with Jake and Eddie continuing some Michael Jackson banter with him passing away 17 years ago today. They get back into the two big topics of the day. First, Jake points out how Stephanie White went to bat for Caitlin Clark last night, but nobody is really crediting her for that. Secondly, where does Braden Smith fit in within the Pacers this season? (2:06:51-2:20:21) – Sean Deveney from Heavy.com makes his debut appearance on Query & Company to give his perspective on the Indiana Pacers heading into next season. Should they be viewed as a contender in the Eastern Conference? What kind of future does he see for Braden Smith in the NBA? Plus, he gives his overall thoughts on the NBA Draft by crediting the Milwaukee Bucks for drafting two players with a lot of good traits with room to develop. (2:20:21-2:27:44) – The show closes out with JMV joining Jake Query to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-24:39) – Tony East from Locked On Pacers and Circle City Spin makes his weekly visit on Query & Company to give his perspective on the events that took place last night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and the Indiana Pacers drafting Braden Smith. Plus, Tony weighs in on the trade from earlier in the morning between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Charlotte Hornets. (24:39-40:18) – Sean Deveney from Heavy.com makes his debut appearance on Query & Company to give his perspective on the Indiana Pacers heading into next season. Should they be viewed as a contender in the Eastern Conference? What kind of future does he see for Braden Smith in the NBA? Plus, he gives his overall thoughts on the NBA Draft by crediting the Milwaukee Bucks for drafting two players with a lot of good traits with room to develop. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian is back for his third consecutive 32 Fans episode to discuss the Timberwolves Thursday morning trade of Naz Reid and picks to the Charlotte Hornets for LaMelo Ball and Josh Green. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randy and Andy react to the massive trade sending LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves to team up with Anthony Edwards. They also explore Erling Haaland's fashion choices, the Charlotte Hornets' recent roster moves, and the shifting narrative surrounding NBA star loyalty in small markets. 01:01 - Erling Haaland's Fashion 03:22 - Hornets NBA Roster Changes 04:57 - LaMelo Ball Trade Breakdown 11:17 - NBA Small Market Loyalty

Hour 1: The Giants' thrilling win over the A's has left fans buzzing, but will it be a turning point for the team? In this episode, the hosts dive into the details of the game, discussing Victor Barracoto's walk-off home run and Raffi Devers' clutch hit. They also touch on the Warriors' latest news, including Al Horford's decision to decline his player option and sign a two-year deal with the team. The hosts also discuss the NBA's latest trades, including the Charlotte Hornets' deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The conversation is lively and engaging, with the hosts sharing their thoughts on the Giants' recent performance and the implications of their win. They also discuss the Warriors' moves and how they might impact the team's chances in the upcoming season. The hosts' banter and chemistry are on full display as they debate the pros and cons of the team's decisions. One of the most interesting topics of discussion is the Giants' recent trend of winning games on Wednesdays. The hosts explore the team's history of success on this day of the week and how it might be a sign of good things to come. They also discuss the team's struggles against the A's and how the win might be a turning point in their season. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode. The hosts' analysis and commentary are insightful and entertaining, and they offer a unique perspective on the team's performance. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the Giants' win and what it might mean for the rest of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: The Giants' thrilling win over the A's has left fans buzzing, but will it be a turning point for the team? In this episode, the hosts dive into the details of the game, discussing Victor Barracoto's walk-off home run and Raffi Devers' clutch hit. They also touch on the Warriors' latest news, including Al Horford's decision to decline his player option and sign a two-year deal with the team. The hosts also discuss the NBA's latest trades, including the Charlotte Hornets' deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The conversation is lively and engaging, with the hosts sharing their thoughts on the Giants' recent performance and the implications of their win. They also discuss the Warriors' moves and how they might impact the team's chances in the upcoming season. The hosts' banter and chemistry are on full display as they debate the pros and cons of the team's decisions. One of the most interesting topics of discussion is the Giants' recent trend of winning games on Wednesdays. The hosts explore the team's history of success on this day of the week and how it might be a sign of good things to come. They also discuss the team's struggles against the A's and how the win might be a turning point in their season. If you're a Giants fan, you won't want to miss this episode. The hosts' analysis and commentary are insightful and entertaining, and they offer a unique perspective on the team's performance. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the Giants' win and what it might mean for the rest of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Thursday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick Wilson and Chris Fedor analyze a hypothetical blockbuster trade sending LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves and discuss the flexibility gained by the Charlotte Hornets. They evaluate Boomer Esiason's viral comments about Caitlin Clark's treatment in the WNBA and investigate reports of the Detroit Pistons pursuing Kawhi Leonard. The conversation also covers Richie Saunders' family history with Ori-Ida and Tom Brady's early career confidence. 01:00 - LaMelo Ball Trade Analysis 03:32 - Caitlin Clark WNBA Controversy 06:05 - Personal Legacies And NBA News

J&J Show--Hour 1 Thursday 6/25/26--Giant breaking news on LaMelo Ball trade. Ja's value must be super low? Ja to Charlotte??

0:00 - News broke earlier today that the Charlotte Hornets traded LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid and a metric tonne of picks. They're running out of size. Are they crafting a small ball lineup? Their size is what allowed them to bully the Nuggets for 6 consecutive games in the playoffs. Why would they want to get smaller?9:17 - ESPN ranked the WR, TE, and RB groups of all 32 NFL teams. Where to the Broncos stack up? How does their ranking compare to last year?33:14 - Oh, by the way...Berto is definitely going to preorder GTA VI. Is Vic?Oh, by the way...the New York Knicks acquired the drafts rights to a center that the Lakers selected...in 2009. Pop quiz: who did the Nuggets get in the 2009 NBA Draft?Oh, by the way...the Guiness Book of World Record recently found the loudest man in the world. He yelled one word at 122 decibels. 

0:00 - The Nuggets had two 2nd round picks yesterday and they used them both! How do we feel about them actually selecting players instead of packaging those picks for draft day dealing?17:09 - We got relevant breaking news during our show for once! The Charlotte Hornets traded LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid and a metric tonne of picks. Minny's backcourt is now LaBelo and Anthony Edwards. Sheesh. What's Minnesota doing? Will Denver be able to beat them in the playoffs now?32:39 - Chris MacFarland only has one number in his phone, and it's Joe Sakic's. Yesterday, the Avs sent Jack Drury to the Predators. Do we like the haul they got in return? Will we miss Drury?

With two picks in the top 18 in this year's draft, the Hornets addressed some needs to the roster by selecting Washington big man Hannes Steinbach with the No. 14 overall selection, and adding sharpshooting guard Christian Anderson with the No. 18 overall pick out of Texas Tech. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo break down both selections, and we also hear the thoughts of Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson as night one of the 2026 NBA Draft comes to a close.

"The eyes were so glassy from cocktail hour, I didn't know if he knew what color I was wearing." Nick Wright is sick of people thinking the Thunder were destined to be a dynasty. Are they closer to champions or closer to LaMelo Ball's Charlotte Hornets? Plus, Jeremy is sent to the whiteboard to compare the likability of the Spurs and the Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices