Hornets Hive Cast

As the Hornets get set to take on Chicago for two straight games, radio voice of the Bulls, Chuck Swirsky, stops by the HHC to preview the matchups with Sam Farber. The two also discuss what those in NBA are saying about the Hornets outside of the city of Charlotte, as well as Chuck's path to a lengthy broadcasting career in the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hornets assistant coach Mike Wells joins Sam Farber to talk about what attracted him to a job in Charlotte, his journey in the NBA and gives a master class on the goals of an NBA offense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hornets extinguished their 11-game losing streak on the second night of a back-to-back in Sacramento 111-104, despite being hampered with injuries. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and the radio voice of the Hornets Sam Farber break down what went right for Buzz City, as well as discussing the game's top performers and a milestone that Terry Rozier reached during the game. See omnystudi...

Despite it being a new year, it was unfortunately the same result for the Hornets, who fell 111-93 on the first night of a back-to-back at Denver. Rob Longo and Sam Perley discuss the game and highlight their top performers, as well as preview Buzz City's visit to Sacramento on the second night of a back-to-back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the calendar flips to 2024, Charlotte's six-game road trip continues in Denver against the reigning NBA champs. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the showdown, as well as discuss recent articles that give Hornets rookie Brandon Miller a shout out, as well as where the Hornets rank when it comes to team shooting percentages across the league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Hornets get multiple days off in the middle of the longest road trip of the season, hear from your favorite players and their New Year's traditions, resolutions and bucket list items heading into 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terry Rozier was one point away from tying a career high in scoring, but ultimately settled for a 42-point effort as the Hornets fell on the second night of a back-to-back in Phoenix, 133-119. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley break down the game and highlight their silver-lining performances, as well as discuss Terry Rozier's performance and how...

The Hornets started off the first night of a back-to-back with a 133-112 loss in LA against the Lakers. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the contest, provide their silver-lining performances, and also preview Buzz City's showdown against the Phoenix Suns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hornets will try to squash their eight-game losing streak in LA against the Lakers before heading to Phoenix on the second night of a back-to-back. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo is joined by the radio voice of the Hornets Sam Farber to preview the matchup. The two also discuss the latest injury news for the team, as well as the latest power rankings. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

As the Hornets started off their six-game road trip, it was unfortunately the same result for Buzz City as of late; a 113-104 loss in LA to the Clippers. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game, provide their silver-lining picks, and also discuss the recent return of Cody Martin to the lineup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Hornets embark on their longest road trip of the season, Sam Farber and Rob Longo hit the reset button on the standings and set their expectations for this six-game road trip, and also hand out letter grades for all the teams in the Eastern Conference. They also preview Buzz City's showdown with the Clippers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Merry Christmas and happy holidays Hornets fans! As the team gets a few off days before embarking on a west-coast swing, hear from your favorite Hornets players on the best gift they've received, worst gift they've received, and their favorite holiday traditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hornets held a halftime lead against the defending NBA champions, but a poor third quarter led to a 102-95 loss to the Nuggets in the final home game of the 2023 portion of the schedule. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, highlight their silver-lining performances, and also discuss the breakout game of Charlotte rookie Nick Smith Jr. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

As Sam Farber and Rob Longo celebrate Festivus, they air some grievances so far this season, as well as talk about a recent article on The Athletic and how it relates to dunking. The two also preview Charlotte's final home game of 2023 against the reigning NBA champion Denver Nuggets.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hornets Center Nick Richards joins Sam Farber for a one-on-one interview discussing his first four seasons in the NBA, being a member of the same draft class as LaMelo Ball, entering the NBA during COVID and expectations for the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hornets saw their losing skid reach six games after a 144-113 final at Indiana. Rob Longo and Will Palaszczuk break down the game, provide their silver-lining performances and also discuss the latest NBA rookie ladder that moved Brandon Miller down a rung. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cam Gaskins, sports reporter at WBTV News, stops by to preview Charlotte's showdown at Indiana with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the latest power rankings and what fans should keep an eye on that may be tuning in for the first time this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With seven players absent from the Hornets roster in Toronto, Charlotte had its work cut out against a fully healthy Raptors team. Buzz City led at halftime, but ran out of steam in a 114-99 defeat. Rob Longo and Sam Perley recap the game, provide their silver-lining performances, and also tie up some loose ends from the loss in Toronto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With more names being added to the injury report, Buzz City flies north of the border to face Toronto, a team it has already beaten this season. Sam Farber and Rob Longo provide updates on the injury front, preview Charlotte against Toronto, and also discuss the possibility of a few Hornets landing on the All-Star team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Hornets suffered their worst loss in franchise history to the Philadelphia 76ers, several players were added to the injury report prior to the start of the game, and a few more left with other ailments as well in a 135-82 loss. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the loss and highlight some of the top performers, as well as how the offense has turned the corner compared to last season. See...

Despite several injuries piling up for Buzz City, the Hornets nearly pulled off a late rally, but ultimately fell 112-107 against the Pelicans. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and provide their top performers while also discussing the latest roster move Charlotte made, waiving Theo Maledon and signing Nathan Mensah to a two-way contract. They also preview Hornets vs. Sixers on the sec...

As the Hornets get ready to take on New Orleans and Philadelphia on a back-to-back, Sam Farber and Sam Perley preview Buzz City's showdown against the Pelicans. The two also discuss where Brandon Miller lands among other top rookies in the NBA, as well as a blueprint for the Hornets to right the ship moving forward despite navigating through a handful of important injuries. See omnystudio.com/list...

For the second straight game, Charlotte fell to the Heat, this time in Miami by a final score of 115-104. Unfortunately, the Hornets had to endure another injury as P.J. Washington left after just four minutes of action with a shoulder injury. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game, highlight the silver-lining performances, and also discuss Sam's latest article on Hornets.com highlighting th...

Carla Gebhart of Charlotte Sports Live on Queen City News stops by to preview Charlotte's second-consecutive game against the Heat, this time in Miami. Carla also discusses the latest power rankings with Sam Farber, as well as what some of the more casual NBA fans might be looking for now that football season begins to wind down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hornets dropped a close one at home by a 116-114 final against Miami, but Terry Rozier passed Muggsy Bogues on the Hornets all-time scoring list, while Gordon Hayward cracked the top 250 all-time scoring list in NBA history. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, provide their silver-lining performances, and also discuss whether Terry or Gordon's milestone was more impressive than other...