Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets

It's that time of year again—silly season is in full swing as we examine the brand new Top 100 players list from the Locked On Podcast Network. We start with LaMelo Ball, who landed at number 48, placing him just inside the top half of the league's elite. His ranking puts him in a curious tier of incredibly talented but chronically injured players like Zion Williamson and Joel Embiid, which might...

Pablo Torre broke a crazy potential scandal involving Kawhi Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers, Steve Ballmer and some suspicious money. NBA Squad breaks down all that we know, what this could mean for the league and much more!   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-nba   Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧...

Today, we are playing the name game and tackling a question that's on every Hornets fan's mind: who truly has the higher ceiling between LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller? LaMelo's talent is simply otherworldly—his handle, his passing, his pull-up shooting—but we also consider if he can overcome his deficiencies to become a true winning player. For Brandon, the potential is obvious, but can he develo...

A bombshell report from Pablo Torre alleges the Los Angeles Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer may have circumvented the NBA salary cap by funding a multi-million dollar "no-show job" for Kawhi Leonard. We explore the massive implications of this investigation and what it means for the entire league. Referencing the severe penalties handed down in the infamous Joe Smith case—which included forfeitin...

Today we are joined by the OG Walker, David Walker, to continue one of our favorite annual traditions. We're in the thick of our stat draft, where we select a player's statistical category from last season and predict whether they will go over or under that mark for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. The theme this year is clear: how will the Hornets' impressive talent acquisition affect the box score...

After being the top fan vote-getter among Eastern Conference guards last year, he still missed out, so we examine the media and player votes that could stand in his way again. Next, we consider the future of head coach Charles Lee, rating the possibility that he will still be at the helm in three years, a tenure that would tie a franchise record. The conversation then shifts to LaMelo Ball's long-...

It's officially "Rank Radio" season, and we're examining what the national media thinks of the Charlotte Hornets. First, we explore the good news from The Athletic, where the legendary David Aldridge places the Hornets' offseason at an impressive number six in the entire league. Aldridge praises the front office for adding valuable backcourt depth like Collin Sexton and Spencer Dinwiddie to ensure...

What were the riskiest moves the Hornets front office made this offseason? Of course, the most obvious one is betting on the health of LaMelo Ball, but we think there are some more interesting wagers to explore. Article Referenced: https://www.basketballpoetry.com/p/9-nba-players-with-a-surprising-skill One of the biggest gambles involves new acquisition Collin Sexton. He’s known for wanting the b...

What if the Hornets make a major leap this season? If they do, it'll be because a few players got into the awards conversation. On today's show, we stole an idea from Locked On Raptors and decided to hold our own longshot awards draft for the Charlotte Hornets. We go back and forth selecting the players and awards we think have a chance, no matter how slim. The draft kicks off with a debate over w...

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We're looking at a fascinating ESPN article that uses one number to define the Hornets' upcoming season: 35.9%. That was LaMelo Ball's league-leading usage rate last year, a number that puts him in historical territory alongside superstars. However, the piece points out his player efficiency rating was the worst in NBA history for that level of usage, asking if he's a true franchise player or just...

The new NBA schedule is officially out, and we're exploring everything it means for the Charlotte Hornets this season. We begin with the nationally televised games, where the Hornets are slated for three appearances—but our proprietary "ANTENNAS" formula suggests the real number is much lower. This sparks a conversation about the NBA's marketing philosophy and whether the league is shortsighted in...

It's that time of year, folks—schedule season is upon us! On today's show, we dive headfirst into the newly released Charlotte Hornets preseason and Emirates NBA Cup schedules. We'll tell you who the Hornets are facing in their tune-up games, including two "home" games away from home in Charleston and Greensboro as the Spectrum Center renovations wrap up. Then, we'll analyze the group for the in-s...

The Hornets’ newest Real Access episode, Laying the Foundation , gives us a polished but revealing look at the team’s draft process — and we’ve got plenty of thoughts. From Kon Knueppel’s impressive workout that seemed to lock him in as the pick, to the front office’s clear messaging about patience and “no skipping steps,” the episode offered both salesmanship and substance. We break down the key...

Walker flies solo again to go over the latest Chris Jent news. Will a key member of Charlotte's coaching staff leave for New York as soon as he wins a SL Title? Walker get you ready for the Hornets upcoming Reel Access episode chronicling the start of a new era. Finally, who has the better shot of competing for 6th Man of the Year: Collin Sexton or Tre Mann?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast pla...

Walker Mehl flies solo to discuss how the city celebrated the Hornets winning a Summer League Title. Did ownership take advantage of the fans by charging 50 dollars per SL T-shirt? Walker reminds you that he's all in on Moussa Diabate, and forgets to discuss Chris Jent's potential exit from the coaching staff... whoops.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOHo...

On today's episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the Charlotte Hornets' performance last season by taking a hard look at the numbers. Using data from Basketball Index, we explore the areas where the team surprisingly excelled, like floater and deep three-point shot creation, and discuss how much of that is simply the "LaMelo Ball effect". However, the data also reveals some critical flaws; we...

On today's episode, we're jumping right into the news that always seems to find the Hornets: an injury update. We discuss the latest report from Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer, which indicates that Josh Green is still recovering from shoulder surgery and will likely not be ready for the start of training camp. We break down what this means for his already complicated place in the rotation, hi...

On today's show, we're diving straight into the latest national media take on the Charlotte Hornets. Esteemed NBA analyst Kevin Pelton of ESPN just dropped his offseason grades for every team, and he gave the Hornets a solid B-minus. We'll break down his reasoning, which praises the front office for finally adding veteran playmakers like Spencer Dinwiddie and Collin Sexton to supplement LaMelo Bal...

On today’s episode, we dive into some national media discussions, starting with Zach Lowe's Eastern Conference tier list. Lowe places the Hornets in the bottom tier alongside Washington and Brooklyn, calling Charlotte the "most interesting of those three teams." We break down his main concerns, including his view that the Hornets have "no pathway... to be a competent defense" and a significant lac...

On today’s episode, we dive into the Charlotte Hornets' latest move, signing guard Antonio Reeves to a two-way contract. Reeves isn't a typical two-way player; the former Pelicans second-round pick is an elite shooter who ranked in the 100th percentile on non-corner threes last season. We'll discuss how his specific skillset fits into the roster and what his advanced stats say about his potential...

On today’s episode, we dive into CBS's latest NBA front office rankings, which place the Hornets at #20, just a single spot up from their previous ranking of 21. We question why they are still behind teams like Washington and Brooklyn , and argue that the new ownership group deserves more credit for getting one over on front office gurus like Pat Riley and Sam Presti with the Terry Rozier and Gord...

The Hornets Summer League championship has given fans plenty to talk about—and Doug and Walker are breaking it all down. Kon Knueppel may have delivered the best summer performance by a Hornets first-rounder in a decade, but will that be enough to start over Josh Green or Collin Sexton? Doug makes the case for a 20+ minute bench role with room to grow, while Walker wonders if Knueppel can create h...

It’s a CHAMPIONSHIP MONDAY for the Charlotte Hornets—and yes, we’re putting on the big dub hat and feeling all the feelings. The Hornets won their first Summer League title in franchise history, with rookie Kon Knueppel taking home MVP honors after a gutsy performance. But K.J. Simpson may have been the heart and soul of the team, leading on both ends of the court with bulldog energy and vocal lea...

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