Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
1,784 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 239 ratingsBuzz City has a daily podcast! Charlotte Hornets and NBA news, analysis and rumors with WFNZ's Walker Mehl and EveryHornetsBoxscore.com writer Doug Branson. Listen every weekday for in-depth takes on the Charlotte Hornets, LaMelo Ball and NBA basketball. We're the fun podcast. We are part of the Locked On Podcast Network, your team, everyday.
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Should the Charlotte Hornets pursue Jrue Holiday?
September 28, 2023 14:15 - 39 minutesWith the Trailblazers expected to move off of Jrue Holiday after acquiring him in the Damian Lillard trade, Walker and Doug question whether the Hornets should pursue him via trade or not. How much would Charlotte have to give up? Finally, LOH closes with their position preview series, highlighting Brandon Miller. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news,...
Kai Jones Update from Head Coach Steve Clifford. Will he participate in team training camp?
September 27, 2023 14:12 - 38 minutesCharlotte Hornets Head Coach Steve Clifford spoke with media at his annual luncheon on Tuesday and shared some INTERESTING updates regarding the team. Will Kai Jones be a part of the team during the preseason? How much heat should the front office take on draft evaluations gone wrong off the court? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pict...
Position Preview: Shooting Guards - Do we know anything? Will Terry Rozier become "Scary Terry" again?
September 26, 2023 14:50 - 29 minutesWalker and Doug continue the position preview series taking a look at the shooting guards this time. Do we expect Terry Rozier to return to form? How do you feel about the depth? The guys discuss rankings at the 2 spot compared to other teams, giving a Kai Jones update in the mean time. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byro...
REPORT: Hornets interested in trading for Tyler Herro as part of Lillard to Miami deal
September 25, 2023 13:47 - 36 minutesAfter discussing the possibility of Buddy Hield last week, Walker and Doug go over the pros/cons of pursuing Tyler Herro in a 3 team trade. Would you pair Herro with LaMelo Ball? Finally the guys start their position preview series. Is there enough playmaking on this team when LaMelo heads to the bench? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and...
Is Mark Williams flying under the radar?
September 22, 2023 15:04 - 40 minutesDoug shares his thoughts on a potential sophomore breakout season from Mark Williams. Why doesn't he get as much love as the other sophomore centers? Walker and Doug rummage through the sicko satchel to answer trade questions and decide who wore it best. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to your p...
More Charlotte Hornets drama, a Buddy Hield trade opportunity and a Kai Jones update
September 21, 2023 14:08 - 41 minutesAustin Rivers says a leadership gap in Charlotte is harming LaMelo Ball's career. Is he right? Buddy Hield is suddenly on the trade block. Would it make sense for the Charlotte Hornets to pursue a trade for him? Kai Jones is boxing now. Ballys is bankrupt. Will they still broadcast Hornets games next season? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumor...
How will Brandon Miller replace Kelly Oubre's role in the Hornets offense?
September 20, 2023 14:28 - 38 minutesNata Edwards from the Eye On CBB Podcast joins the show to discuss Kelly Oubre's departure from the team. Can Brandon Miller step in year one and replace his minutes effectively? Finally, the guys discuss the potential of Mark Williams in his 2nd season. Is it time for him to drop Section 80? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures o...
Kelly Oubre signs with the Philadelphia 76ers: What does his departure mean for the Charlotte Hornets?
September 19, 2023 15:05 - 44 minutesKelly Oubre finally agrees to a deal with Philadelphia after a long offseason. What are your favorite Kelly Oubre moments? What does his departure mean for the Charlotte Hornets? Finally, the guys get to their Top 35 lists and reveal a hard researched nickname, and the Hornets OG's. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mu...
Futures Rankings: How do the Charlotte Hornets stack up with the rest of the league? What is Brandon Miller's ceiling compared to his draft mates?
September 18, 2023 16:11 - 34 minutesHow do the Hornets stack up against other NBA teams when it comes to future outlook? Walker and Doug discuss Bleacher Report's future ranking for the entire team along with Brandon Miller's ceiling ranking. How does Miller compare to other players in the 2023 draft class? Future Power Rankings: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10089254-nba-future-power-rankings-where-all-30-teams-project-in-3-years Highest Rookie Ceilings: https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10088292-ranking-the-highest-ce...
Chance, Nata Chance with Nata Edwards: Kai Jones plays, Rozier and Hayward start, the Hornets have 2 stars in the next 3 years
September 14, 2023 14:16 - 42 minutesOn this episode of Locked On Hornets, join Doug Branson and special guest, Nata Edwards, as they play "Chance, Nata Chance." Will Kai Jones play a single minute for the Charlotte Hornets next season? Will Terry Rozier and Gordon Hayward start game 1 or is there a chance Brandon Miller makes his case to start immediately. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets ...
Kai Jones critiques teammates on social media. What does it mean for his future? PLUS: Baron Davis dishes on his draft night
September 13, 2023 14:00 - 39 minutesWalker and Doug discuss the latest posts from Kai Jones. What do they mean for his future? Doug brings some "what if" moments from Michael Scotto's interview with Baron Davis. What would have happened had the Charlotte Hornets drafted some one else? Maybe even Steve Francis? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens se...
Our reactions to Kai Jones' strange social media videos + Will Miles Bridges start when he returns from suspension?
September 11, 2023 14:10 - 41 minutesDavid Walker joins the pod to discuss a bizarre video of Kai Jones on social media. Is there anything to takeaway? Afterwards, the guys discuss the chances Miles Bridges comes off the bench immediately after his suspension. Should he start right away? Finally, Doug brings a question about Hornets culture to the pod. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets new...
Rotation Talk: How does PJ Washington affect the minutes distribution?
September 07, 2023 14:16 - 43 minutesWalker and Doug take a look at the rotation next season with the roster finalized. Who starts in the front court? Does PJ's signing affect how long others will stay with the organization? Doug closes things out with his top 35 nicknames of all time list. Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to your phone via Subtext (14 Day Free Trial): https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonhornets Locked On NBA L...
PJ Washington & Mitch Kupchak speak to media: What were the main takeaways?
September 06, 2023 15:08 - 40 minutesPJ Washington and Mitch Kupchak spoke to media on Tuesday, following their contract agreement. What were the main takeaways? What has PJ Washington been working on in the offseason? Walkers closes things out with an update on his Top 35 Hornets of all time list. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly t...
PJ Washington and Charlotte Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak due to speak. What do we want to hear?
September 05, 2023 14:26 - 34 minutesPJ Washington and Mitch Kupchak are set to speak to the media after coming to terms on a deal late in the offseason. What do you want to hear from both parties? Doug brings questions from the Sicko Satchel about Gordon Hayward and potential Christmas Day games? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to...
Did PJ Washington get played by the Charlotte Hornets?
August 31, 2023 14:11 - 38 minutesAfter the long offseason of negotiations between the Charlotte Hornets and PJ Washington, fans are wondering if the Hornets swindled PJ in some fashion. Is that how you see it? Finally, the guys go back to the Sicko Satchel to answer some questions. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets on Twitter Locked On Horn...
LaMelo Ball ranked 84th best player in the NBA??! PLUS! New PJ Washington contract details are revealed
August 30, 2023 14:05 - 44 minutesSo the guys are a little late to the party, but Walker and Doug discuss where LaMelo Ball ranks within the NBA after Matt Moore's article placed him 84th. Are you surprised with the placement? LOH discussed PJ Washington contract details until finally, Walker revealed his one player category on the Top 35 Hornets list. Read Matt Moore's explanation here: https://www.actionnetwork.com/nba/nba-elite-100-ranking-the-most-valuable-players-of-the-2023-24-season Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast ...
PJ Washington agrees to a 3 year deal with the Charlotte Hornets!! Is it a fair deal for both sides?
August 28, 2023 14:31 - 41 minutesAfter a long offseason, the Charlotte Hornets and PJ Washington finally agree to a 3 year/48 million dollar contract with games & minutes bonuses. Is it a fair deal for both sides? Also, you might want to check out the YouTube version of the show, as Doug pays off a 5k subscriber bet in style. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Foll...
Double Pinstripes!! The Charlotte Hornets reveal throwback jerseys PLUS! Would you bring back Kelly Oubre on the vet min?
August 24, 2023 14:50 - 45 minutesWhat do we think of the Hornets deciding to honor the late 90's/early 00's version of the team? The Hornets are bringing back the double pinstripes and announced the decision via a Baron Davis/LaMelo Ball video. The guys consider bringing Kelly Oubre back on a vet min deal, then get to their top 35 lists. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOn...
PJ Washington free agency delay is unprecedented in Charlotte Hornets history
August 23, 2023 14:15 - 41 minutesHow did we get to a point where PJ Washington still doesn't have a team this late into the offseason? Walker and Doug discuss more of the contract situation surrounding PJ and the factors within his free agency. Finally, the guys grind through a few "who wore it best?" numbers. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Horn...
What are the most important "non-context" games on the Charlotte Hornets' schedule?
August 22, 2023 14:24 - 47 minutesOutside of playoff significance, what are the most important games on the Charlotte Hornets' schedule? Walker and Doug take a look at some of the matchups between rookies and past foes. Finally, the guys get to their lists. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets on Twitter Locked On Hornets https://twitter.com/Lo...
NBA Schedule Release!! Is the schedule conducive to the Charlotte Hornets winning?
August 18, 2023 13:57 - 36 minutesThe NBA schedule is here! What are the main takeaways? Walker and Doug look at a couple key factors like the start to the season, amount of back to backs, and one historic note about the upcoming season. Finally, Walker reveals 24-21 on his top 35 Hornets list of all time. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets o...
Overrated/Underrated Charlotte Hornets roster edition PLUS! What if the Hornets didn't blow two 3-2 playoff series leads in 2001 and 2016
August 17, 2023 14:38 - 40 minutesDoug brings the Sicko Satchel once again. Who are the most underrated Hornets on the roster? Overrated? The guys move on looking over "what-if" scenarios in Hornets history. How does the course of Hornets history change if Charlotte wins the 2001 series against the Bucks? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets on...
Hornets In-Season Tournament dates revealed PLUS! Who's the one Hornet you wish worked out long term??
August 16, 2023 13:43 - 39 minutesWalker and Doug are back at it, this time discussing the Hornets In-Season Tournament draw. Would it be beneficial for the Hornets if the tournament was held later in the season? Afterwards, the guys take questions from the Sicko Satchel. Who's the one Hornet you wish worked out long term? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Lo...
Fantasy Expansion Draft: Which Charlotte Hornets would you protect?
August 10, 2023 14:31 - 49 minutesAfter the Bill Simmons Podcast hosted a hypothetical NBA expansion draft, Walker and Doug chose 8 players they would protect in such a scenario. Who would you protect? Finally the guys get to their "Top 35" lists. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets on Twitter Locked On Hornets https://twitter.com/LockedOnHorn...
Does a PJ Washington sign and trade make any sense? Top 35 Charlotte Hornets & Nicknames: 35-31
August 09, 2023 15:16 - 44 minutesWhat new team is rumored to be interested in PJ Washington? Will he only leave the Hornets in a S&T? Walker and Doug discuss free agents who were with the Hornets last year then reveal their top 35 lists. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets on Twitter Locked On Hornets https://twitter.com/LockedOnHornets Walke...
Charlotte Hornets sign Frank Ntilikina, the Plotkin thickens and Top 35 Hornets & Nicknames
August 07, 2023 14:51 - 50 minutesWill Frank Ntilikina help Charlotte's defense next season? Walker and Doug discuss the similarities between Frank's signing this year and DSJ's signing last year. After recapping comments made by new owners Rick Schnall and Gabe Plotkin, Walker reveals his 35th best Hornet of all time, and Doug brings us the nicknames. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linkt...
Live reactions to Charlotte Hornets new owners' introductory press conference
August 03, 2023 19:48 - 49 minutesDoug goes live right after the press conference to introduce new Charlotte Hornets owners Rick Schnall and Gabe Plotkin. Did they win the press conference? Are you more optimistic? Will this be more of the same or do they have a plan to get the Hornets into NBA relevancy? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA Get Doug's gamenotes, special...
Making the case for Mark Williams as DPOY. PLUS! New Charlotte Hornets owners due to speak today. What do we want to hear?
August 03, 2023 14:15 - 41 minutesThe Charlotte Hornets have finally found their center. How quickly can he win Defensive Player of the Year and is their a path for him to do it in his second season? The new Charlotte Hornets ownership group is scheduled to speak today and Doug is very clear on what he wants to hear from the new regime. We're on #19 on Who Wore it Best and there are two very fun names battling it out. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA ...
Make the case: Brandon Miller will win Rookie of the Year for the Charlotte Hornets
August 02, 2023 13:43 - 42 minutesWhat are the chances Brandon Miller wins Rookie of the Year? Walker and Doug look at the past few top rookies and build the case from there. Doug fires off some takes after missing a pod, then the guys figure out "who wore it best". Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets on Twitter Locked On Hornets https://twitt...
Where are you putting the Charlotte Hornets win total? PLUS What are the chances Steve Clifford sticks around longterm?
August 01, 2023 13:38 - 35 minutesDavid Walker joins the pod to discuss the Hornets win total set at 30.5 wins on the season. Is that too low? Will Steve Clifford have to surpass that in order to keep his job past this season? Finally, the guys discuss the pre-season schedule. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets on Twitter Locked On Hornets ht...
RUMOR: Hornets eyeing young GM prospect Jeff Peterson, for future role
July 28, 2023 13:26 - 39 minutesIt's a FUN Friday show through and through. Walker and Doug discuss Jake Fischer's report on a GM candidate to look out for should new ownership decide to move on from Mitch Kupchak. Finally, the guys move on to Bobcats content and bring back "Who Wore it Best?" a trip down Hornets/Bobcats memory lane. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA...
Is Mark Williams already an elite defender for the Charlotte Hornets?
July 27, 2023 14:07 - 38 minutesHow much do you expect Mark Williams to improve next year? Walker and Doug take a look at Mark Williams' eye-popping interior defensive metrics and discuss how a full time starting role will help the team. The guys also go over some of the biggest changes Miles Bridges will experience returning to the team in quite sometime. We share a chart from Brandon Miller's year at Alabama that has us excited and worried at the same time. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.cht...
Power Rankings: Where do the Hornets rank? PLUS Is there a chance Kelly Oubre returns?
July 26, 2023 13:54 - 34 minutesShould the Hornets still be ranked as one of the worst teams in the league? Walker and Doug dissect Charlotte's latest spot in The Athletic's power rankings. Walker asks about the chances of Kelly Oubre's return the longer we go through the offseason, before finishing with a Jayson Tatum stray. Strayson Tatum if you will... Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https:/...
Charlotte Hornets Rotation Projections PLUS How does LaMelo Ball compare to other guards on drives to the rim?
July 25, 2023 14:21 - 41 minutesDoug divvied up the minutes in his later roster projection while Walker pointed out some questions. Who will Brandon Miller take minutes from? How does PJ Washington's presence on the roster affect the rotation? Doug launches a new segment: "Take that for Data Tuesday" where the guys explore LaMelo's numbers on drives to the rim. Then, well, they talk about chickens and orangutans. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA Lea...
RUMOR: Charlotte Hornets interested in two vets for backup PG role + team sale update
July 24, 2023 14:37 - 37 minutesDoug does a deep dive on two options that the Charlotte Hornets are interested in for their backup PG hole. Would Delon Wright or Edmond Sumner be the better fit? PLUS the Charlotte Hornets team sale gets one step closer to completion and Kemba Walker is on his way overseas. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA Get Doug's gamenotes, speci...
LaMelo Ball & Mitch Kupchak speak after Melo's Rookie Max Extension PLUS Are the Hornets a playoff team next year?
July 20, 2023 13:16 - 37 minutesThe Hornets hosted media availability for the 2nd straight day, this time with LaMelo Ball and Mitch Kupchak taking the podium. How is LaMelo feeling after his string of injuries last year? How hard was his decision to sign the extension? The guys discuss Charlotte's playoff chances after Kupchak's comments at the end. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://link...
Miles Bridges and Mitch Kupchak Press Conference Recap
July 19, 2023 14:20 - 43 minutesMiles Bridges spoke publicly alongside Mitch Kupchak for the first time since pleading no contest to a felony domestic violence charge. Nick Carboni of WCNC joined the pod to share his takeaways after attending the presser in person. Finally, the guys talk Two-Way Contracts. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets...
Miles Bridges will speak publicly for the 1st time PLUS Summer League Winners & Losers
July 18, 2023 13:43 - 39 minutesDavid Walker returns from vacation to share his thoughts on Miles Bridges' scheduled press conference. What do we expect? What do we want to hear from Miles during his first public appearance since he pleaded no contest to a felony domestic violence charge? Finally, the guys discuss winners and losers from Summer League. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://li...
How likely is PJ Washington to leave? PLUS Hornets Summer League takeaways from their last game
July 17, 2023 20:41 - 46 minutesWhat's the likelihood PJ Washington will leave Charlotte? Walker and Doug dissect Jake Fischer's latest article on Yahoo Sports discussing the latest rumors surrounding the Kentucky product. Finally, the guys finish talking the Hornets lone victory in Summer League and what they saw from Charlotte's last 2 draft picks. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://link...
What does James Bouknight's 4Q performance mean for his time w/ the Hornets?
July 14, 2023 14:23 - 36 minutesWhat does James Bouknight's most recent performance mean for his longterm future with the Hornets? Walker and Doug recap the latest Summer League game that saw the Hornets fall to an embarrassing 18-0 deficit to start, before coming back and making it an interesting game. Finally, the guys discuss James Nnaji's first start. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https:/...
Will Brandon Miller play more at the 2 or 3? PLUS What will Charlotte's wing rotation look like?
July 13, 2023 14:25 - 44 minutesThe Sicko Satchel is full! Walker and Doug rummage through the satchel to answer your latest questions on Brandon Miller and where he fits into the rotation. Could some of the drafted rookies lead to trading Terry Rozier? Finally, the guys give their thoughts on the last two picks in the draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Foll...
Summer League Rookie Takeover!!! Brandon Miller and Nick Smith Jr. combine for 59 points
July 12, 2023 14:37 - 43 minutesBrandon Miller and Nick Smith Jr. starred for the Hornets in their summer league game against the Trail Blazers. Miller scored 26 points on efficient shooting while Smith Jr. poured in 33 points in the fourth quarter rally. We also discuss James Bouknight's disappointing performance, Kai Jones' mixed bag, and rookie expectations for Miller and Smith Jr. this upcoming season. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wid...
Hornets Summer League thoughts on Nick Smith Jr., Bailey, Nnaji and more + LaMelo contract details
July 11, 2023 14:16 - 33 minutesThe focus shifts to the rest of the roster as Doug and Walker discuss their observations on the play of Nick Smith Jr., Amari Bailey and James Nnaji. Did Kai Jones save his season with a thrunk. Is James Nnaji heading back to Barcelona? LaMelo Ball's max contract details leaked and there are some surprising stipulations. What do they mean for Ball's long term future in Charlotte? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA Leagu...
Brandon Miller vs. Victor Wembanyama highlights an otherwise difficult weekend of Charlotte Hornets Summer League
July 10, 2023 13:54 - 38 minutesThis episode of the Locked on Hornets podcast features Doug Branson and Walker Mehl discussing the Charlotte Hornets' performance at the NBA Summer League. They discuss rookie Brandon Miller's up-and-down play so far, with Doug saying "What separates nearly every great player from every other also ran player is how they respond to struggles... I always love to see how players especially early on in their careers, respond to those struggles." PJ Washington is still unsigned but the parties ar...
Coaching drama holding Brandon Miller and other Charlotte Hornets Summer Leaguers back?
July 07, 2023 13:34 - 36 minutesIn this episode of Locked on Hornets, our hosts give a detailed analysis of Brandon Miller's performance in the Summer League and delve into the brewing drama surrounding the coaching staff. They discuss whether Miller's seven assists against the Golden State are indicative of his playmaking ability, or if they are the result of a potentially disorganized coaching staff not being able to find him shots. They also bring in some saucy gossip from the True Hoop Podcast, which has an unnamed play...
Brandon Miller's Summer League frustrations + Charlotte Hornets free agency updates
July 06, 2023 14:33 - 41 minutesWith Brandon Miller scoring six points on four shots in his second Summer League game, Walker and Doug discuss the context around such a low total and if there's any reason to worry. Will he come out firing in game 3? Finally the guys get to the trade that sends Grant Williams to Dallas and where that leaves us on the PJ Washington front. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA &...
Will PJ Washington sign his Qualifying Offer like Miles Bridges? PLUS John Nabors provides Nick Smith Jr. info
July 05, 2023 14:14 - 36 minutesWith still no news on PJ Washington, what are the chances he signs the qualifying offer? How detrimental would that be to Charlotte? We go through Youtube poll results on Brandon Miller and Nick Smith Jr, then Doug talks to Locked On Razorbacks host John Nabors about Charlotte's 2nd pick in the draft. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA ...
Brandon Miller's Summer League debut review PLUS PJ Washington on the move?
July 04, 2023 13:20 - 40 minutesThe Hornets looked dreadful in their Summer League debut against the Spurs, but how did Brandon Miller perform? Was his 4th quarter enough to salvage a poor first half? Walker and Doug also dissect the possibility of PJ Washington moving on from the Hornets after changing his bio on Twitter and still being one of the bigger FA's still without a deal. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, D...
LaMelo Ball agrees to Rookie Max Extension PLUS Miles Bridges comes back on Qualifying Offer
July 03, 2023 13:49 - 34 minutesAfter months of dissecting Miles Bridges' value, Miles decides to sign Charlotte's qualifying offer, making him an unrestricted free agent next offseason. Are you surprised? The guys also discuss LaMelo Ball and the Hornets agreeing to a full rookie max extension. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets on Twitter...