Buzz Beat: A Charlotte Hornets Pod

Richie and Brian chat about Mitch Kupchak's controversial comments in a recent conference call that have been making waves in the Hornets' community. They also discuss Malik Monk missing out on Summer League and the impressive play from Bacon and Bridges in Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exc...

Richie, Brian, and Spencer return to breakdown Kemba Walker and his importance to this franchise. The crew also discuss the ultimate factor in why Kemba left, if Terry Rozier is a good basketball player and the implications of the sign-and-trade with Boston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive epi...

Richie and Brian bring on Jeff Siegel of Early Bird Rights to discuss the murky cap situation for the Charlotte Hornets. The three chat about overpaid Hornets, ways to avoid the luxury tax, and what would be a reasonable contract for Kemba Walker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&am...

Richie, Brian, and Spencer react to the selection of Kentucky forward PJ Washington with the 12th overall pick for the Hornets. The crew chat about his game, his fit with the roster, and if another prospect would've been a better fit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions...

Richie and Brian are joined by UNC Tar Heel insider, Adrian Atkinson . Atkinson shares his project of watching and charting UNC basketball games, as well as giving insight into Nassir Little, Cameron Johnson, and Coby White. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Sub...

Richie, Spencer, and Brian return to discuss Game 5 of the NBA Finals, while also previewing a handful of second-round prospects. The crew also debate some players that are coming off ACL injuries and if they have a possibility of slipping to the 36th selection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive...

Spencer, Brian, and Richie discuss Kemba Walker's conversation in Tokyo with Jared Weiss and the salary implications if Kemba signs close to the Supermax. The conversation shifts to profiling Kevin Porter Jr. and PJ Washington as potential prospects at selection number 12. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free an...

Richie and Brian bring on Duke insider and SportsChannel8's Ben Swain to talk Zion Williamson, Cam Reddish, and RJ Barrett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more. We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sw...

The Buzz Beat trio bring on Caroline Darney of SB Nation and pick her brain on Virginia basketball. She discusses De'Andre Hunter's rise, Virginia's ability to develop NBA-ready players, and Ty Jerome's overlooked play. Spencer and Brian wrap the episode debating if Kyle Guy will make the league, Jerome's floater game, and what team would be the best fit for Hunter. Learn more about your ad choice...

The Buzz Beat crew react to the lottery results and break down the complicated situation that surrounds Kemba's free agency. Using Richie's piece on Forbes.com as a jumping-off point, the trio debate whether it's worth offering Kemba more money just to keep him in Charlotte. To wrap the episode, Spencer and Brian highlight Bol Bol and PJ Washington as potential draft prospects for the Hornets at p...

Richie, Brian, and Spencer bring on the newly hired radio play-by-play guy for the Hornets, John Focke. Focke shares stories about his broadcasting experience, a private party with Prince, TV analyst Jim Petersen, and his thoughts on Charlotte's roster. The episode wraps with discussions on two prospects: Jaxson Hayes and Grant Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

Richie, Spencer, and Brian hand out report card grades to the the centers and forwards of the 2018-19 Charlotte Hornets. Who impressed and who didn't? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more. We have Buzz Beat apparel, inc...

Richie, Spencer, and Brian hand out report card grades to the the guards and wings of the 2018-19 Charlotte Hornets. Who impressed and who didn't? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more. We have Buzz Beat apparel, includi...

Richie is joined by Ben Dowsett of Sharp Notes & Justin Rowan of The Chase Down for another edition of Blue Wire Buckets. Here is a segment on the officiating in Warriors-Rockets from the most recent episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, writ...

Richie, Spencer, and Brian return to breakdown the options this offseason with free agents, non-guaranteed contracts, and player-options that are in play for some of the Hornets on the roster. The trio also answer your Twitter questions to wrap the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive epis...

Richie, Spencer, and Brian analyze the wins over the Raptors and Pistons as the Hornets keep their playoff hopes alive. The young players are playing a huge role and should see big minutes if the team makes the postseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Subst...

Richie , Spencer , and Brian return to re-hash Kemba's chances of making the All-NBA team, the implications that has on his salary, if it makes sense for Charlotte to even offer the max, and wrap by profiling Rui Hachimura and De'Andre Hunter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A...

Richie, Spencer, and Brian bring on NBA writer for SB Nation, Kristian Winfield, to talk Kemba Walker's gradual rise during his 8-year career. The crew also discuss if Kemba will stay with Charlotte or test the waters in free agency, debate whether or not Kemba makes the All-NBA team, and react to Charlotte's 4th straight win with the 125-116 victory over the Spurs. Learn more about your ad choice...

Richie , Spencer , and Brian discuss if James Borrego is a good coach, the disappointments of the season, and if it makes any sense to send Monk to Greensboro. The crew wrap the episode with breakdowns of four college prospects to watch during the tournament and if they have potential to land in Charlotte in the 2019 NBA Draft. bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Richie and Brian are back to discuss the Hornets loss to the Bucks, how Charlotte would fare against Milwaukee if they snuck into the playoffs, if Michael Jordan has too much say in decision making, and preview a couple of ACC prospects as the NCAA tournament is just around the corner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus f...

Richie , Spencer , and Brian chat about the Hornets 118-108 loss to the Blazers, question if head coach James Borrego has a plan, and debate if the Hornets would be better off missing the playoffs. bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat...

Richie, Spencer, and Brian return to breakdown the heartbreaking loss to the Nets and if Kemba was fouled in the final seconds. The co-hosts also discuss Miles Bridges' ceiling, how many games the Hornets will need to make the playoffs, and the weirdness of Kaminsky's buyout situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus f...

Richie, Spencer, and Brian breakdown the 99-90 loss to the Pacers and analyze the trades that didn't happen for the Hornets at the NBA Trade Deadline. The trio try to ease the angst among Hornets' fans as no help was provided to Kemba on February 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices   Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&...

Richie, Spencer, and Brian are back to discuss the Hornets and how they will approach the NBA Trade Deadline on Thursday. The trio discuss what you can expect out of the Hornets' front office, what Charlotte should avoid when approaching trades, and toss around hypothetical trades that could work in Charlotte's favor. bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

Spencer, Richie and Brian bring on Hornets' legend Kenny Gattison to chat all things NBA and the good old days in Wilmington, NC. Gattison reveals his greatest Charlotte Hornet, discusses his recruitment to Old Dominion, compares the NBA now to that of the 90s, and shares if he'd be able to play in today's era. bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices &...