Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets

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://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Beco...

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 concerns?  Plus! An omission from the rankings is bothe...

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 this game revealed where Charles Lee is with his pl...

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 play-in?   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!...

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 Hornets practice facilities renderings.   Follow & S...

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 years? Are the GM's sleeping on Tidjane Salaun?   Foll...

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 & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://link.c...

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/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member o...

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 Stangin' or Clangin'.   Follow & Subscribe on all...

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 platforms…  🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?s...

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 this year. We also get into Tidjane Salaun’s surpri...

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 & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://...

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 staff. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… ...

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 all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/...

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://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an...

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 tendon in his left foot on Friday. Should we turn up...

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 Boxscore podcast with co-host David Walker. Plus! Ne...

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. Miles Bridges shares his insights on the team's cu...

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 Draft.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms...

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 all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://link.chtbl.com...

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.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 ht...

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 consider protecting future draft picks. Tune in f...

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. They start by discussing the potential fit of Brand...

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: Walker and Doug preview the point guard position, hea...

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 cons of the potential trade and how it compares t...