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  • Hornets Preseason Observations: LaMelo back? Enough Depth? Should Brandon Miller be the starting SF?

    Hornets Preseason Observations: LaMelo back? Enough Depth? Should Brandon Miller be the starting SF?
    Oct 18 2023

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    33 mins
  • Kai Jones Update from Head Coach Steve Clifford. Will he participate in team training camp?

    Kai Jones Update from Head Coach Steve Clifford. Will he participate in team training camp?
    Sep 27 2023

    Charlotte Hornets Head Coach Steve Clifford spoke with media at his annual luncheon on Tuesday and shared some INTERESTING updates regarding the team. Will Kai Jones be a part of the team during the preseason? How much heat should the front office take on draft evaluations gone wrong off the court?


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    34 mins
  • FUN FRIDAY: Why this Charlotte Hornets team feels different, LaMelo is intriguing and Stang'n or Clang'n

    FUN FRIDAY: Why this Charlotte Hornets team feels different, LaMelo is intriguing and Stang'n or Clang'n
    Oct 6 2023

    In this episode of "Locked On Hornets," host Doug Branson welcomes special guest David Walker to discuss the latest buzz surrounding the Charlotte Hornets. All the news out of training is overwhelmingly positive. Is this business as usual or is this team really built different than previous seasons? Head Coach Steve Clifford is getting rave reviews from his players. He seems to be the right coach for the moment but what about long term? LaMelo Ball is names one of Zach Lowe's 5 most intriguing players of the NBA season and we do another edition of Stang'n or Clang'n with sneakers, weight gain and team governor's awkwardly shooting basketballs.


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    43 mins
  • LaMelo Ball is wearing ankle braces, Brandon Miller gets MAJOR praise and Mr. Beast joins the Charlotte Hornets

    LaMelo Ball is wearing ankle braces, Brandon Miller gets MAJOR praise and Mr. Beast joins the Charlotte Hornets
    Oct 3 2023

    The Charlotte Hornets invited the media to Spectrum Center to get the latest info from the players before training camp and to unveil a new jersey sponsor. LaMelo Ball revealed he's wearing ankle braces. Should we be worried or relieved? Brandon Miller received praise from nearly player and head coach Steve Clifford. Is this normal? The Hornets are partnering with Mr. Beast for their jersey patch. Will this be a brand match made in heaven or ESPN/Barstool all over again?


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    34 mins
  • LaMelo Ball's next steps for the Charlotte Hornets according to head coach Steve Clifford

    LaMelo Ball's next steps for the Charlotte Hornets according to head coach Steve Clifford
    Oct 2 2023

    Steve Clifford shared his thoughts about LaMelo Ball and what he needs to do to take the next step towards his career goals with Rod Boone of the Charlotte Observer. Do the stats backup what he suggests?

    Full article: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/charlotte-hornets/article279523349.html

    The Charlotte Hornets signed 3 backup guards on Friday, including Theo Maledon who was on the team last year. Do you feel better about the guard depth? Finally, the guys end with a Kai Jones update.


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    35 mins
  • Hornets Media Day takeaways: Did Terry Rozier & Gordon Hayward have the best off-seasons?

    Hornets Media Day takeaways: Did Terry Rozier & Gordon Hayward have the best off-seasons?
    Oct 4 2023

    What were the main takeaways from Charlotte Hornets Media Day? Nata Edwards joins the show to discuss the Brandon Miller praise and give surprising top 3 storyline from Monday. Does it mean anything significant that the two veterans had the best offseasons?


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    30 mins
  • Brandon Miller's expectations, LaMelo's leadership and Who Won the Week for the Charlotte Hornets?

    Brandon Miller's expectations, LaMelo's leadership and Who Won the Week for the Charlotte Hornets?
    Oct 5 2023

    In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker Mehl and Doug Branson are joined by special guest Nick Carboni from WCNC to discuss the latest buzz from the Charlotte Hornets. Are the Brandon Miller expectations suddenly too high? We unpack more takeaways from Hornets media day and training camp including Mark Williams weight gain, the challenge of Miles Bridges' suspension, and another Hornets player is wearing ankle braces.

    Nick Carboni shares his insights from his one-on-one interview with Brandon Miller and offers a fresh perspective on the current dynamics of the team. They also touch upon how coach Steve Clifford plans to manage the team roster, especially in the wake of Miles Bridges' suspension, and the potential lineups that could emerge. As they wrap up, the discussion shifts to who won the this week of Hornets media frenzy and the evident change in team vibes compared to the previous season.


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    28 mins
  • Does James Bouknight's injury mean the end of his time in Charlotte? PLUS: Sam Perley of Hornets.com talks Hornets vibes!

    Does James Bouknight's injury mean the end of his time in Charlotte? PLUS: Sam Perley of Hornets.com talks Hornets vibes!
    Oct 9 2023

    Is it the end of the road for James Bouknight's time in Charlotte after his latest injury? What does it mean for the regular season that Miles Bridges is ineligible for the preseason? Walker and Doug answer those questions before welcoming Sam Perley of Hornets.com to discuss Brandon Miller and the positive vibes around the preseason!


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    43 mins