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Locked On Hornets podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Charlotte Hornets and the NBA. Walker Mehl from WFNZ and Doug Branson, a writer at EveryHornetsBoxscore.com, provide expert, local analysis and intelligent takes on the Charlotte Hornets. Locked On Hornets takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Hornets locker room and all over the NBA. The Lock ...
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Walker and Doug dissect the Hornets’ latest rotation dilemmas, focusing on rookie Tidjane Salaun’s fluctuating minutes and Charles Lee’s handling of injuries. The hosts break down how Salaun’s early starting role evolved back into a bench role and analyze whether putting him in the starting lineup was premature. They also review Vasa Micic’s recent…
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The Charlotte Hornets’ NBA Cup journey began with a tough loss to the Orlando Magic, even as LaMelo Ball delivered an All-NBA caliber performance. In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug dives into what went wrong in the Hornets’ matchup against the Magic, despite LaMelo Ball’s impressive 35-point outing. He explores why the offense struggles wh…
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The Charlotte Hornets begin NBA Cup play against the Orlando Magic, with key players out for both teams, giving the Hornets a shot at victory. We also discuss LaMelo Ball’s impressive performance as he’s nominated again for Eastern Conference Player of the Week. What does this mean for his development? And could Charlotte’s effort rebounding edge p…
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Can LaMelo Ball’s late-game brilliance carry the Charlotte Hornets through key injuries and growing pains? In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker Mehl and Doug Branson break down the Hornets’ recent games, including a nail-biting overtime loss to the Philadelphia 76ers and a strong performance against the Indiana Pacers. They explore LaMelo B…
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In today’s episode, we dive into the latest injury news from the Charlotte Hornets with updates on Miles Bridges, Mark Williams, and Nick Richards. With a string of injuries affecting the lineup, Doug and Walker discuss how the new training staff is managing the situation and whether the Hornets are taking too many three-pointers. The hosts debate …
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LaMelo’s Dominant 4th Quarter & Miller’s Heroics Propel Hornets Over Pistons. In a nail-biter, the Charlotte Hornets secure a thrilling 108-107 win against the Detroit Pistons, powered by Brandon Miller’s game-winning tip-in, LaMelo Ball’s electric fourth-quarter performance, and Miles Bridges’ resurgence. Doug Branson and Walker Mehl break down Mi…
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With the Hornets facing a major setback after Nick Richards’ rib injury, the team’s frontcourt depth is in serious trouble. How will they adjust with both Richards and Mark Williams sidelined? In this episode of Locked On Hornets, we dig into the implications of this injury for Charlotte’s season and discuss Coach Charles Lee’s strategies under pre…
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Can the Hornets regroup after a blowout against the Timberwolves? The Charlotte Hornets faced their toughest loss of the season with a 114-93 blowout by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Once again LaMelo Ball's fouls and turnovers were a story, leading to a VERY interesting public display of correction from Charles Lee and his star player. We explore ho…
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LaMelo Ball is lighting up the scoreboard, but foul trouble is keeping him off the floor when the Hornets need him most. In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker Mehl and Doug Branson dive into LaMelo Ball’s explosive scoring performances and his ongoing defensive challenges, including his recent foul-outs against the Boston Celtics. They analy…
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Miles Bridges speaks openly about LaMelo’s new maturity and winning focus, sparking a discussion on the impact of his growth for the Hornets’ playoff hopes. They also touch on trade speculation surrounding Vasa Micic, exploring potential moves and whether Micic’s recent struggles could make him expendable. Finally, the duo previews tonight’s matchu…
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David Walker joins the pod to discuss the upcoming Raptors/Hornets game on Wednesday. Are the Hornets already in a must win? How can the Hornets navigate the upcoming schedule against some of the best teams? Finally the guys transition into more weekend observations and players who could lose their spot in the rotation. Follow & Subscribe on all Po…
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The Charlotte Hornets are facing injury setbacks, but LaMelo Ball is delivering some of his best performances yet. Can he keep this momentum going and lead the team to victory? In this episode of Locked On Hornets, we break down the team’s 1-2 start to the season and debate if it’s a “good” 1-2 given the circumstances. With players like Brandon Mil…
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Hornets fans have seen long injury reports plague the team for two seasons straight—is it happening all over again? Plus, LaMelo Ball’s candid post-game interview, and a look ahead at tonight’s matchup with the Hawks. In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker Mehl and Doug Branson dive into the Hornets’ mounting injury concerns, with Mark Willia…
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LaMelo Ball shines and Brandon Miller’s injury raises concerns in a thrilling comeback win over the Houston Rockets. In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker Mehl and Doug Branson break down the Charlotte Hornets’ exciting 110-105 road win against the Houston Rockets in their season opener. The Hornets overcame an 18-point deficit, led by LaMel…
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Charlotte Hornets Face Injury Setbacks Ahead of Season Opener The Charlotte Hornets are grappling with injury concerns as Mark Williams and Josh Green face potential absences due to a left foot injury and Achilles soreness, respectively. How will these setbacks affect their defensive strategy against the Houston Rockets? This episode dives into pre…
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What are your bold predictions for the upcoming Charlotte Hornets basketball season? David Walker joins the show to discuss the Hornets possibly winning the NBA Cup, Brandon Miller making his first All-Star appearance, and Charles Lee's case for Coach of the Year. How many wins do the Hornets need at the trade deadline to go all in on a playoff ber…
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What is the ultimate goal for the Charlotte Hornets this season? Walker and Doug dissect the ESPN NBA Preview that lists the Hornets as the 25th best team in the league. What are the strengths and weaknesses? The guys close things out discussing roster cuts and taking a visit to the rotation station. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 h…
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For all the sickos that stayed up to watch OT preseason basketball, this one's for you. Brandon Miller catches fire in the first half of the Hornets last preseason game. Is he putting an All-Star campaign together already? The guys go over all the turnovers, personal fouls, stangers and clangers. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https…
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In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and guest host David Walker dive into the latest rankings from ESPN, The Ringer, and other sources. They discuss where LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller stand, and the surprising discrepancies between rankings from different outlets. Is the media sleeping on LaMelo and Miller, or are there valid conce…
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Brandon Miller lights it up with 26 points, nailing 6 out of 11 from downtown! But can the Hornets tighten up their defense and be physical enough to make the most of his hot hand? We discuss the Hornets' defensive hiccups against the Knicks' bench and how missing some key players might be the culprit. Tre Mann is turning heads this preseason and t…
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Can the Miami Heat, Indiana Pacers, Orlando Magic, Atlanta Hawks or Charlotte Hornets compete for relevancy in the Eastern Conference? Which team belongs in the tanking conversation? Is the Magic’s defense the best unit out of this group or is it the Pacers offense? Has the Miami Heat window closed? Which of these teams will find themselves in the …
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Can the Charlotte Hornets core be a future playoff mainstay? David Walker joins the show to rummage through a particularly sick Sicko Satchel as the guys take questions on the playoffs, playoff opponents, and strengths/weaknesses of the starting five. Do you believe in this team's shooting? Finally, the guys finish with a conversation on the new Ho…
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Mark Williams is out of a walking boot! What now? Walker and Doug discuss the good news(?) surrounding Mark's latest injury and wonder if he might suit up in the preseason. How important is a tune-up game for Mark? The guys transition to the NBA GM survey as they bring in a few Hornets based answers. Are there any Hornets in store for breakout year…
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Walker and Doug continue to bask in the positive vibes of Hornets preseason basketball. The guys give you their favorite moments from the win against Memphis and continue praising Tre Mann. Should Mann be place in the starting lineup already? Finally, it's time to finish up with Stangin' or Clangin'. What's going on with Vasa Micic? Follow & Subscr…
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Sean Woodley from the Locked On Raptors Podcast joins the show for a crossover pod. Walker and Sean discuss their star players and whether they can lead their team to a possible playoff spot. Who has the better roster for the now? Which team is better set up for the future? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHor…
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The Hornets preseason has been fun. Walker and Doug recap the Hornets win over Miami 111-108 and the main storylines that come from it. Is Tidjane Salaun's shooting for real? Is this how he stays on the court? The guys also go over LaMelo Ball's preseason possibly foreshadowing an accolade heavy regular season. LOH finishes with another edition of …
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David Walker joins the show to give his top observations on the Hornets first preseason game of the year. Is ball movement going to be a strength of the team this season? The guys discuss how much Tre Mann can help off the bench and Miles Bridges embracing his role. How much should the starters play in preseason? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast p…
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LaMelo Ball is back and looking sharp! Plus, could Tidjane Salaun be making a push for the rotation after a strong preseason debut? We’re breaking down the Hornets’ first preseason game against the New York Knicks! LaMelo Ball wasted no time getting back into form, and we’ll tell you what his full offseason of work means for his All-NBA potential t…
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Can Jeff Peterson thread the needle by building for the present and future? Walker and Doug discuss Peterson's comments on being a third party trade member and his team building philosophy at Hornets Media Day. Who is getting the most praise at training camp? Charles Lee says he doesn't want to "mess up" their offseason trade acquisition. Follow & …
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Walker and Doug keep going back to Media Day audio. This time the guys discuss Mark Williams' comments on his latest injury. Should the fans be worried about Mark's health this year? Will Tidjane Salaun play a significant role in year 1? LOH closes it out with thoughts on how the players are responding to Kemba Walker's presence on the coaching sta…
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David Walker makes his weekly appearance "live from Hornets training camp". The guys discuss the haul Jeff Peterson and the Hornets received in the Knicks/Timberwolves trade and what it means for the future. Would you rather have just used the room exception for a player? The guys close with the newest proposal on TV plans. Follow & Subscribe on al…
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It's a smorgasbord of Hornets media day content. Walker and Doug go through some of the themes of media day before diving into the details as the week goes on. Will the team respond to Charles Lee's message on accountability? Is everyone finally on the same page in the Hornets organization? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lin…
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It was a newsworthy weekend for the Charlotte Hornets that made for a busy show. What does Jeff Peterson's involvement as a frequent third party trade member say about his philosophy? Do you think the Hornets will continue to make these types of trades? The guys also discuss the latest Mark Williams injury after the Hornets announced a strained ten…
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Can the Charlotte Hornets defy ESPN's win projection of 29.4 and rise in the Eastern Conference standings? With key players' health and development in the spotlight, the Hornets' journey this season promises to be intriguing. Join us as we explore the Hornets' strategic moves and give you a special sneak peek of the relaunch of the Every Hornets Bo…
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Charlotte Hornets Climb ESPN's NBA Future Power Rankings: What's Behind the Rise? The Charlotte Hornets have made a notable leap in ESPN's NBA Future Power Rankings, moving from 29th to 26th. What factors are driving this upward trend? Discover how new head coach Charles Lee's energetic and detail-oriented style is reshaping the Hornets' strategy. …
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Is Mark Williams the X-Factor to a successful season? David Walker joins the pod to share his thoughts on the 3rd year pro and how he can help the team IF he stays healthy. What's Mark Williams' ceiling? Is the position Stangin' or Clangin'? Finally the guys transition into more Nick Richards trade talks and partake in one more round of the Stat Dr…
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What are the big questions surrounding the power forward position this year? Walker and Doug discuss what they expect from Miles Bridges after having a full offseason with the new regime and hopefully a healthy LaMelo Ball. Will Tidjane Salaun spend most of his time in Greensboro? The guys end the show with fun lineup stats. Follow & Subscribe on a…
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Walker and Doug continue their position preview series, this time talking about the small forward position. Will Brandon Miller leap into All-Star status this year? What are his strengths and weaknesses at this point in his career? The guys close things out talking about the depth at small forward and discussing the newest member on the roster. Fol…
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Is the fun finally coming back to the Charlotte Hornets? National media seems to think so, with Zach Lowe sharing why this team could be a surprise in the 2024 NBA season. We also break down how the Hornets’ top players performed in CBS’s Top 100 rankings, the challenges of balancing fun basketball with winning, and how much the front office should…
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What does the rotation at shooting guard look like for the Charlotte Hornets this season? Walker Mehl and Doug Branson break down the position and consider whether rookie Brandon Miller will see significant time at the 2-guard spot In this episode of Locked On Hornets: Walker and Doug dive into the shooting guard rotation for the upcoming season. T…
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LaMelo Ball's potential to break into All-NBA territory has Charlotte Hornets fans buzzing. But who will be the primary backup point guard this season—Tre Mann or Vasa Micic? Walker and Doug also explore the key questions surrounding the Hornets' point guard depth and how it could impact the team’s success. In this episode of Locked On Hornets: Wal…
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Doug and David explore the significance of the Hornets holding training camp at Duke University for the first time since 2019, examining the symbolism of this shift under new ownership. The hosts dive into a heated discussion about Julius Randle, debating whether the All-Star forward could help or hinder the team’s growth. They revisit the pros and…
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Should the Charlotte Hornets target Julius Randle? Walker and Doug go through the pros and cons of trading for the multi-time All-NBA player from the Knicks and how he would fit in Charlotte. Is now the time to make a move? The guys transition into the Cavaliers signing Issac Okoro after a long waiting process. Did the Hornets miss out? Follow & Su…
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Do the Charlotte Hornets have a well run developmental system? David Walker joins the show to discuss young players coming up through the pipeline and how they've helped the Hornets so far. The guys get to Miles Bridges' social media comments on his regained athleticism before finally moving on to the most brutal part of the Hornets Grid to this po…
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3 Charlotte Hornets make an NBA Top 100 list! Plus, Sam Perley from Hornets.com breaks down the new G League head coach’s introduction and what it means for player development. In this episode of Locked On Hornets: We dive into the HoopsHype Top 100 list where LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, and Miles Bridges all rank, with LaMelo cracking the top 50.…
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Are there any comparisons between the Charlotte Hornets and the Panthers drafting Bryce Young? Walker and Doug spend time talking about one of the other pro teams in town starting off on the wrong foot. Have the Hornets ever drafted a player as potentially disastrous as Bryce Young? Finally, the guys get to broadcast changes and discuss Vasa Micic'…
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If you could force a trade for the Charlotte Hornets, who would you target? Walker and Doug rummage through the Mehl Bag and decide each player they would go after. What doe the 2025 cap sheet look like? The guys go over recent national content surrounding the Hornets and project the future. Finally.... Who wore it best? Follow & Subscribe on all P…
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Nata Edwards from the Eye On CBB podcast joins the show to help fill out the Hornets grid. Who is the most annoying player to ever play for Charlotte? Who is the worst starter of all time? Nata has final say as the guys make their case for more hater boxes. How many boxes is Lance Stephenson eligible for? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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What Charlotte Hornets players had the most potential/wasted potential? David Walker joins the podcast to discuss some of the guys in Charlotte Hornets history that had the highest ceilings, and other guys who never realized it. Who are the names on the list? Finally, the guys are stomaching the hater picks. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platfo…
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In this episode of Lockdown Hornets, Rod Morrow from The Black Guy Who Tips podcast joins the show to dive deep into the Hornets' grid and help identify the funniest player in the franchise's history. The discussion ranges from the comedic talents of Baron Davis, who not only entertained on the court but also produced a comedy show, to the unintent…
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