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The Hornets hit the road to face Milwaukee in their second Emirates NBA Cup group game. Sam Farber is joined by Cameron Williams of the Charlotte Post to preview the matchup, and also talk about the talented rookie class.

The Hornets and the Bucks were equally shorthanded going into this game, and it was Charlotte that was able to outlast Milwaukee by a final tally of 111-100. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their top performances of the evening, and also discuss the latest NBA Rookie Ladder, which now has two Hornets rookies in the top five.

David Koehn, the radio voice of the Milwaukee Bucks, stops by the HHC to chat with Sam Farber as Charlotte gets ready to play the Bucks in two straight games. The two preview both games and also go over the latest power rankings.

In the third hour, Mac & Bone are joined by Tom Luginbill, who talks about the ACC's outlook for the College Football Playoff, after the second rankings were released last night, Sam Farber joins for his weekly conversation, as he raves about Kon Knueppel's historic start for the Hornets, before debating which version of the Panthers they expect to show up on Sunday See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Farber, the Voice of the Hornets joins the show, as he talks about the historic start for rookie Kon Knueppel, he tells you what LaMelo practicing with the Greensboro Swarm means for him being close to play again, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once again missing key pieces to the starting lineup, the Hornets squared off against a Lakers team propelled by an historic start to the season by Luka Doncic, and Charlotte ultimately fell 121-111. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the contest and select their silver-lining performances, plus the two also discuss the surge of offensive efficiency by Buzz City this weekend.

Danielle Stein of WCNC stops by to make her maiden voyage on the HHC with Sam Farber. The two preview Charlotte's game against the Lakers, as well as the upcoming homestand as a whole and the hot start of the Hornets rookies.

Mike Solarte, the Sports Director at Spectrum News One, stops by the HHC for the first time this season to preview Charlotte's showdown in Miami in the first game of group play of the Emirates NBA Cup. He joins Sam Farber to also discuss the latest rookie ladder and power rankings.

In the third hour, Mac & Bone are joined by Charlotte FC captain, Ashley Westwood, who talks about Friday's decisive Game 3, the Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber talks about a rough week for the team on and off the court, and Random Crap returns, involving wild dating advice from Paul Pierce See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber, joins the show, as Sam talks about a rough week for the team on the court, with some difficult losses, injuries to Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erik Spanberg of the Charlotte Business Journal stops by to help Sam Farber preview Charlotte's showdown in New Orleans to kick off a two-game road trip. The two also discuss the two massive projects that Hornets Sports and Entertainment have taken on, including the reimagining of Spectrum Center, as well as the progress of the Novant Health Performance Facility.

With LaMelo Ball not available on the second night of a back-to-back, Miles Bridges and his supporting cast of rookies were able to pick up the slack in a 126-103 win over Utah to wrap up a three-game homestand. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their top performers from the night, and the two also discuss how several Hornets rookies should be ranked higher on the most recent rookie ladder from the NBA's website.

The Hornets couldn't hold onto their six-point lead at halftime against Minnesota and got outscored 72-49 in the second half as Charlotte fell 122-105. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, discuss the return of a healthy Tre Mann, and also preview Buzz City's next game against Utah.

The Hornets kicked off a three-game homestand with a loss to the hands of the Orlando Magic 123-107. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and what went wrong for Charlotte, while previewing the next game for Buzz City, a showdown against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Sam is also joined by Yolonda Miller and Besty Mack, Executive Director of the Hornets Foundation, as the Hornets hosted Breast Cancer Awareness Night.

Gabe McDonald, sports anchor at Carolina Sports Live on Queen City News, stops by to preview Charlotte's matchup against Magic with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the start of the season and the role that Collin Sexton has played for Buzz City so far.

In the third hour, Mac & Bone talk about what the Panthers have to do so they don't lose the fans that were excited after the three-game winning streak, Sam Farber joins to talk about the opening week of the Hornets season, before we debut a new award for the listening audience See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Farber, the Voice of the Hornets joins the show, as he talks about last night's loss to the Heat, before looking at what Charlotte was able to accomplish across the first week of the regular season, how they can navigate another Brandon Miller injury, the early impression the rookie class is making, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

Walker Mehl hosts a WFNZ special surrounding the Hornets 2025-2026 season with special appearances from Sam Farber and HC Charles Lee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber, joins the show, as Sam talks about an impressive start to the Hornets Summer League, he weighs in on how the rookies have looked so far, if Ryan Kalkbrenner is poised to have a big role as a rookie & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final hour, Bone & Fitty are joined by Willie P, who talks about the importance of Charlotte being awarded the 2026 MLS All-Star Game, Sam Farber joins to talk about his impressions from the Hornets rookies in the Summer League, they preview the night in sports, read funny texts & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

In the third hour, Mac & Bone are joined by Sam Farber, who talks about the draft that the Hornets conducted, and the Colin Sexton trade, they tell you why it's okay to believe in the rebuilds that the Panthers and Hornets are conducting under Dan Morgan and Jeff Peterson, before dellivering their conclusions from the weekend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber joins the show, as Sam talks about the draft the Hornets conducted, and how each rookie will impact the roster next season, he gives his thoughts on the trade the Hornets made last night, bringing in Colin Sexton, & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

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.

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.