Hornets Hive Cast

As the Hornets get set for two straight games against Miami, Heat radio play-by-play announcer Jason Jackson stops by to preview the first matchup with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the play of rookies Brandon Miller and Jaime Jaquez and also reflect on Jason's top moments in Heat vs. Hornets history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Hornets have played roughly a fourth of their games so far this season, it's time to take a look back at what has transpired through the first quarter of the campaign. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo take a look back at who they have as the team's MVP so far, the major storylines and why Hornets fans have plenty of reasons to remain optimistic this season. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

The Hornets led by as many as 20 in the first half, but a triple-double by Toronto's Scottie Barnes made things interesting late, as Buzz City staved off the Raptors for a 119-116 victory. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and highlight their top performers. And as the NBA In-Season Tournament comes to a close, the two give their takes on the matchup and how much of a success it has bee...

As Charlotte returns home to take on the Raptors, Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the contest, while Sam proposes a few questions as to why the defense continues to struggle for the Hornets, all while proposing a new schedule idea based off the recent success of the NBA's In-Season Tournament. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Williams was a late add to the injury report and added another key player missing for Buzz City in its 111-100 loss at Chicago. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game, recap their silver linings and discuss the absence of Williams and how it impacted the game for the Hornets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rod Boone, Hornets beat reporter for the Charlotte Observer, stops by to preview Buzz City's showdown in Chicago with Sam Farber. The two also discuss if Brandon Miller was snubbed for the Eastern Conference Player of the Month award, as well as general thoughts on the Hornets 18 games into the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hornets Rookie Nick Smith Jr. joined Sam Farber in studio to discuss his rookie season so far, his journey to the league, and shared what he was thinking during and after his first NBA basket. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hornets legend Baron Davis joins Sam Farber to talk about his time in Charlotte, LaMelo Ball and the vibe the Queen City will have when the Hornets return to the postseason. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hornets hung with the best team in the Western Conference, but ultimately fell 123-117 at home against the Timberwolves. Sam Farber and Rob Longo talk about what went wrong for Buzz City and highlight their silver-lining performers in the loss. The two also preview the December slate for Charlotte and why it might not be as difficult as a schedule as some may think. See omnystudio.com/listener...

After a thrilling win over Brooklyn to wrap up a three-game road trip, the Hornets fly home to the Hive to face the top team in the Western Conference in the Minnesota Timberwolves. Sam Farber and Rob Longo review the month of November for the Hornets and also preview the showdown against the Timberwolves. They also discuss the latest rookie ladder and where Brandon Miller falls among some of the...

Despite having more players added to the injury report, the Hornets shot 58 percent from behind the 3-point line to pick up a 129-128 win in Brooklyn to wrap up a three-game road trip. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo is joined by Will Palaszczuk, the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ. The two break down the matchup, highlight the top performances and give t...

The Hornets wrap up a three-game road trip in Brooklyn facing the Nets. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the matchup, discuss the latest additions to the schedule next week, and also talk about the latest power rankings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Buzz City had a slight chance of advancing out of the group stage of the In-Season Tournament, but was eliminated with a 115-91 loss at New York against the Knicks. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and highlight their silver-lining performances. And with the group stage of the In-Season Tournament in the books, Rob and Sam discuss what they liked, what they didn't like and what should...

Ashley Shahahmadi, Hornets sideline reporter on Ballys Sports Southeast, joins Sam Farber to preview the Hornets road game against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Plus she shares insights from her recent interviews with family members of Hornets stars Brandon Miller and Mark Williams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hornets fell 130-117 in Orlando to kick off a three-game road trip, but the bigger loss may be LaMelo Ball, who left the game in the second quarter with a right ankle strain and did not return. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game, highlight their silver-lining performances and discuss what the starting lineup and rotations could look like if LaMelo misses time with the injury. See omn...

After a few days off over Thanksgiving, Buzz City looks to make it three-straight wins with a showdown in Orlando against the Magic, which have won six straight. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the matchup, discuss the latest rookie rankings by The Athletic, and also highlight another story on NBA.com that features LaMelo Ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hornets wing Bryce McGowens talks year 2 in the NBA, the family background he shares with Charlotte rookie Brandon Miller, and his expectations for the remainder of the season with Hornets radio play-by-play broadcaster Sam Farber. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Hornets having a few extra days off over the Thanksgiving holiday, Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo host a holiday special. Hear from your favorite Hornets players on their favorite day-after Thanksgiving foods, the most difficult teammate to shop for, and a few Black Friday stories. The trio also discuss the latest long-form story on Hornets.com written by Sam Perley. See omnystudio....

Buzz City found itself down as many as 19 in the second half but mounted a comeback to defeat the Wizards at home 117-114 by outscoring Washington 39-23 in the final quarter. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, discuss the dominance of LaMelo Ball as of late, and also talk about the latest rookie ladder rankings put out by NBA.com and where Brandon Miller stands on them. See omnystudio.c...

Buzz City concludes its five-game homestand with a showdown against Southeast Division opponent Washington, which the Hornets have already played twice early on this season. Rob Longo and Sam Farber take a look back at Charlotte's massive overtime win against Boston, highlight some Black Friday and Cyber Monday specials Hornets fans can get their hands on, and also preview the Hornets facing the W...

The Hornets snapped their four-game losing skid in an emphatic way by beating Boston in overtime 121-118. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the thrilling contest and highlight a slew of top performers, and also discuss the latest power rankings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Hornets prepare to take on Boston, Sam Farber and Rob Longo look back on the undefeated weekend that was for the Greensboro Swarm, as well as a community initiative from P.J. Washington. The two also preview Charlotte's showdown against the Celtics, who have one of the best records in the NBA so far this season.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandon Miller had a career-high 29 points and LaMelo Ball added a game-high 34 points, but it wasn't enough for the Hornets, who fell at home 122-108 against the Knicks. Sam Farber and Sam Perley discuss the game and highlight their silver-lining performances, and also discuss of LaMelo Ball should be under consideration for Eastern Conference Player of the Week. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

The Hornets started off the first night of a back-to-back with a loss to Milwaukee in In-Season Tournament action by a final of 130-99, as LaMelo Ball finished with 37 points, one shy of his career high. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, preview Charlotte's showdown against New York on the second night of a back-to-back, and also highlight standout efforts among some two-way players cu...

Jeff Rickard, Programming Director at the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ, takes his maiden voyage on the HHC with Sam Farber. The two discuss the In-Season Tournament, power rankings and preview the matchup between Buzz City and the Bucks in Charlotte's third In-Season Tournament game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.