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Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Locked On Hornets podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Charlotte Hornets and the NBA. Walker Mehl from WFNZ and Doug Branson, a writer at EveryHornetsBoxscore.com, provide expert, local analysis and intelligent takes on the Charlotte Hornets. Locked On Hornets takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Hornets locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked…
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- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Charlotte Hornets BRAWL vs Pistons | Streak Over But Nobody Cares | Charles Lee EJECTED
The Spectrum Center reached a fever pitch during a night unlike any other in recent franchise history, as the Charlotte Hornets and Detroit Pistons engaged in…
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Hornets WIN EIGHT STRAIGHT for first time since 1999 | Coby White ARRIVES | Trade Deadline RECAP
The good times just keep on rolling as the Charlotte Hornets have officially won eight games in a row for the first time since December 18, 1999. It is a…
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LIVE TRADE REAX: Hornets Trade Collin Sexton for Coby White
In this emergency episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker Mehl and Doug Branson break down the blockbuster deal that sends high-motor guard Collin Sexton to the…
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Hornets Calling On GIANNIS?! | Lonzo Ball REUNITING with LaMelo? | Trade Deadline Rumor Roundup
The NBA trade deadline is officially upon us, and the Charlotte Hornets are finding themselves at the center of the league's most explosive rumors. We start…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
7 STRAIGHT WINS! | LaMelo Ball’s ELITE Toughness vs Pelicans | Are the Hornets Playoff Ready?
The Charlotte Hornets STAY the hottest team in the NBA, extending their winning streak to seven games after a gritty 102-95 victory over the New Orleans…
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Hornets SURGE with 6th Straight Win | Moussa Diabate OUTPLAYS Wemby | Trade Deadline Dilemma
Charlotte is currently the hottest team in the NBA as the winning streak reaches six games following a dominant performance against the San Antonio Spurs. This…
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Kon Knueppel OUTDUELS Cooper Flagg | Charlotte Hornets WIN 5 Straight | Play-In Bound??
Charlotte is officially the talk of the NBA world after a thriller at the Spectrum Center that saw the Hornets extend their winning streak to five games. The…
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Hornets Trade RUMORS | The Moose is Loose! | Are the Hornets LEGIT GOOD?!
The Charlotte Hornets are officially on a four-game winning streak, and the vibes in Buzz City have never been higher. We celebrate Moussa Diabate’s electric…
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Should Hornets Trade for GIANNIS? | Kon Knueppel & Brandon Miller UNTOUCHABLE? | Will LaMelo Start?
Shams Charania dropped a bombshell about Giannis Antetokounmpo potentially looking for a new home, sparking a massive debate for the Charlotte Hornets. We…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Kon is a RISING STAR!! | Brandon Miller Ascends to ALL-STAR level!! | Will Collin Sexton be TRADED??
Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss Kon Knueppel's spot in the Rising Stars Challenge and why his chances to win Rookie of the Year might be better than the odds…
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Hornets BLOWOUT 76ers by 37! | Brandon Miller DOMINATES & Defense STIFLES Maxey | 3 Game Streak 🔥
The Charlotte Hornets are finally healthy and playing their best basketball of the season, securing a massive 130-93 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers. We…
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GAME RECAP: Miller and LaMelo DOUBLE-DOUBLES Lead Hornets Past Wizards | Trade Assets GROW
Doug is joined by Nata Edwards to recap a too-wild win over the Washington Wizards. The Charlotte Hornets are officially one win away from matching their…
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Charlotte's Starters are ELITE!! | Miles Bridges for 2 FIRSTS?? | What to do w/ LaMelo's Minutes??
Walker Mehl goes solo to recap Charlotte's dominant win over Orlando while breaking down the impressive numbers we've seen from Charlotte's recent starting…
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STOP the LaMelo Bench Experiment! Reacting to the Hornets' National TV Loss Against the Cavaliers
The Charlotte Hornets had a golden opportunity to showcase their growth on a national stage against the Cleveland Cavaliers, but instead, the night was defined…
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KARL-ANTHONY TOWNS to Charlotte?! | Steph Curry TRADE Fantasy | Should the Hornets GO Star Hunting?
The Charlotte Hornets are officially making noise in the trade market as rumors swirl around a potential pursuit of New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns. We…
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DRAYMOND GREEN Slams Hornets! | LaMelo Ball TANKING Claims? | West Coast Road Trip RECAP
The Charlotte Hornets just wrapped up a rare successful West Coast road trip, returning to the Queen City with a 3-2 record and some serious momentum. While…
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Hornets STUN Luka's Lakers! | LaMelo Ball DOMINATES in LA | Are the Hornets LEGIT?
The Charlotte Hornets are officially putting the NBA on notice after a dominant 135-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. It was a historic night in…
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Hornets' G Kon Knueppel Reveals Secret to His Mature Game + Would You TRADE for Kuminga, Rui + more
The Charlotte Hornets are making waves in the national media as the team officially "goes Hollywood" during their latest West Coast swing. Kon Knueppel, the…
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Hornets Go HOLLYWOOD!!! | What if Charlotte Keeps Pace?? | Miles Bridges TRADE for Bobby Portis??
Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss all of the interviews the Hornets have been a part of since spending some time out in LA. With the Hornets having improved…
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Hornets BREAK RECORDS vs Jazz | LaMelo Ball TRADE Rumors Debunked | Healthy Hornets Means WHAT?
The Charlotte Hornets didn't just beat the Utah Jazz; they obliterated them in a historic 150-95 victory. We look at the record-breaking night that saw…
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Grant Williams is BACK! | Are the Hornets.... HEALTHY?! | LaMelo is OUTSIDE of the PG Shuffle!!
Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss the significance of Grant Williams' return after a long time out with a grueling knee injury. What kind of impact does Grant…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball BENCHED vs Pacers | Brandon Miller EJECTED in Chaotic Loss | Late Game COLLAPSE
LaMelo Ball started on the bench for the first time since 2021, sparking confusion and intrigue during the Hornets' matchup against the Indiana Pacers. We…
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LaMelo Ball BENCHED in Crunch Time?! | Hornets HEARTBREAKER vs Raptors | Trae Young TRADED
Another heartbreaker for the Charlotte Hornets. On this episode, we unpack the agonizing 97-96 loss to the Toronto Raptors, decided by an Immanuel Quickley…
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Hornets OBLITERATE Thunder in Best Win | LaMelo's CIRCUS Shots | Best Win of Charles Lee Era?
The Charlotte Hornets just played their best game of the Charles Lee era, absolutely dismantling the Oklahoma City Thunder 124-97. We explore how Charlotte…
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Hornets SPLIT Weekend Recap | Small Ball SURVIVAL Mode | Kon Knueppel MAKES History
We recap a busy weekend for the Charlotte Hornets, who managed a split between the Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Bulls despite playing without a true center…
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Brandon Miller GOES OFF!! | Kon returns in a BIG way! | Who's in Charlotte's BEST LINEUPS??
Walker Mehl goes solo to recap the Hornets loss, but fun loss nonetheless against the Warriors on New Year’s Eve. Why was this Brandon Miller performance more…
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2026 Hornets Predictions: A wild Steph Curry trade scenario, Brandon Miller's max extension, and fixing the center rotation
On today's show, we ring in the New Year with a special "Buzz Level" prediction game for the Charlotte Hornets in 2026. We start with "Barely Buzzed"…
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Kon Knueppel PROBABLE to Return | Bucks Recap | Brandon Miller ERUPTS in Loss
On today's show, we recap a tough loss to the Milwaukee Bucks that saw Brandon Miller shine with 31 points while LaMelo Ball struggled with turnovers. The…
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Kon Knueppel INJURY Update | Are The Hornets A GOOD Team? | Tidjane Salaun's GROWTH
We are breathing a massive sigh of relief regarding Kon Knueppel's health status. Doug Branson is joined by Evan Hale of Hail Storm Sports to discuss why Kon…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Kon Knueppel's HISTORIC Pace | Hornets LOSE Shootout vs Cavs | LaMelo, Brandon, Kon Defense Worries
The Charlotte Hornets put up a fight but fell short in a defensive struggle against the Cleveland Cavaliers, losing 139-130. Host Doug Branson recaps a game…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Kon Knueppel's ELITE Shooting & Driving | Tidjane Salaun's HUGE Leap | Hornets Bench SHINES 🎁
It is a festive edition of the Locked On Hornets podcast as Walker Mehl goes solo to deliver the "12 Gifts of Christmas" straight from the Spectrum Center. The…
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LaMelo Ball's LEADERSHIP Evolution vs Hawks | Hornets "Bee 3" PROVE Concept | Best Win Yet?
We return to ask the big question: Was the victory over the Atlanta Hawks the most significant win of the season? While the Raptors game might have been the…
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LaMelo Ball RETURNS & DOMINATES Hawks | The "Bee 3" EXPLODE for 80+ Points | Kon Knueppel CLUTCH
The Charlotte Hornets stay in the win column after a thrilling 133-126 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Walker Mehl and Doug Branson react live to LaMelo Ball’s…
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Kon Knueppel CHASING Cooper Flagg in Rookie Race | LaMelo Ball RETURN Soon? | Can Kon Bring a Christmas Game to Charlotte?
We return to discuss the latest NBA Rookie Ladder. Kon Knueppel remains firmly at the number two spot, trailing only Cooper Flagg. We compare the impact of…
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LaMelo Ball OVER Ja Morant & Trae Young | LaMelo is STILL RARE!! | HORNETS RANKED WHAT??
Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss all of the takes flying around about LaMelo Ball come the NBA Trade Deadline. Does LaMelo actually want out of Charlotte?…
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Kon Knueppel FACE of Franchise? | Hornets OT WIN vs Cavs & Play-In Push | Brandon Miller's SLUMP & Clutch Shot
Walker Mehl and Doug Branson recap a wild weekend for the Hornets. Kon Knueppel is turning heads, dropping 33 against the Bulls and following it up with a…
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Hornets ROBBED by Refs? | Kon Knueppel ERUPTS for 33 Points | Defense COLLAPSES vs Bulls
Kon Knueppel looked every bit the star the Hornets hoped for, dropping a career-high 33 points and showcasing an offensive arsenal that kept Charlotte in the…
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Kon Knueppel's Efficiency Roller Coaster, LaMelo Ball "Unserious" Report + ESPN uses Hornets as Dumping Ground
Today on Locked On Hornets, we open up the notebook for "Stray Observations." Kon Knueppel has been riding an efficiency roller coaster lately. We look at the…
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Kon Knueppel FALLS in Rookie Rankings | LaMelo Ball Max Contract MISTAKE? | What Vet Returns Mean For Rookie Minutes
Kon Knueppel has officially been passed in the NBA Rookie Ladder race by Cooper Flagg, and we examine if this is a temporary dip or a sign of things to come…
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Hornets Front Office has RESPECT! | TIDJANE SALAUN on the RISE?? | Is Charlotte a PLAY-IN TEAM??
Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss the recent poll conducted by The Athletic discussing the best front offices in the NBA. Where did the Hornets rank? How many…
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LaMelo Ball Ankle INJURY Update | Heat Want Pick Back? | Kon Knueppel LEARNING Curve
LaMelo Ball is back on the injury report with a left ankle bone bruise following a slip against the Raptors, and the frustration is mounting. We discuss the…
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Kon Knueppel OVERSHADOWS Cooper Flagg? | LaMelo Ball TRADE Rumors Heat Up | Hornets Roster NEWS
Walker Mehl flies solo to celebrate Kon Knueppel being named the Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month for October and November. The rookie sensation isn't…
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LaMelo Ball SCORES 34 Points | Hornets Rebuild CROSSROADS | Kon Knueppel UNTOUCHABLE?
The Charlotte Hornets fell to the New York Knicks again, but this loss offered a different narrative: LaMelo Ball looked like a superstar. We open the show…
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Kon Knueppel is FURIOUS after Nets Loss | LaMelo Ball STRUGGLES Shooting | Josh Green RETURNS
The Charlotte Hornets took a major step backward with a frustrating loss to the Brooklyn Nets, handing one of the league's struggling teams their first home…
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Hornets WIN Thriller vs Raptors | Kon Knueppel is CLUTCH | LaMelo Ball Minutes LIMIT Frustration
The Charlotte Hornets are finding ways to win, securing an overtime victory against the Toronto Raptors thanks to some rookie heroics. We examine Kon…
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Kon Knueppel HITS Rookie Wall? | Tre Mann Biggest Hornets Flop? | Selling the Hornets FUTURE
On this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug opens up the "Sicko Satchel" to answer your most pressing questions. First, we look at Kon Knueppel. After an…
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GAME RECAP: Hornets Snap Losing Streak, Brandon Miller's 27 Points and a Courtside Ejection
The Charlotte Hornets have finally returned to the win column, defeating the Chicago Bulls 123-116 to snap a seven-game skid. On this episode of Locked On…
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TOO CRAZY for Kon?? | Buzz Blueprint = PISTONS Blueprint | Are the Hornets STILL FUN??
Walker goes solo to discuss the cornucopia of compliments Kon Knueppel has received from some of his teammates and even one of the best shooters of all time…
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LaMelo Ball RESPONDS to Trade Rumors | Kon Knueppel's STAR Turn Changes Everything | Miles Bridges' STRUGGLES Explained
We unpack a whirlwind weekend of news starting with the conflicting reports surrounding LaMelo Ball. After a report surfaced claiming LaMelo was "increasingly…
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EMERGENCY POD: LaMelo Ball Leaving Hornets? | Trade Rumors EXPLODE Post-Report
Emergency podcast time. A report from Yahoo Sports’ Kelly Iko has sent shockwaves through Buzz City, claiming LaMelo Ball is "open to a trade" and the…
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LaMelo Ball's WORST Game? | Kon Knueppel is the NEXT Devin Booker | Hornets LOSE to Pacers
The Charlotte Hornets continue their frustrating trend of being the "get right" team for struggling opponents, this time handing the Indiana Pacers just their…
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Kon Knueppel TOPS Rookie Ladder 🏆 | Hornets CLUTCH Issues | It's NOT the Right Time to Talk LaMelo Trade
Kon Knueppel isn't just playing well for a late lottery pick; he is playing like the best rookie in the NBA. Walker Mehl and Doug Branson discuss Kon's second…
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Hornets DENIED by Toronto | Charlotte ROBBED by Officials?? | Are the Hornets SNEAK TANKING??
Walker Mehl goes solo to recap the Hornets loss to Toronto and whether the Hornets were robbed by the officials after today's 2 minute report. Did you miss…
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Brandon Miller's RETURN IMMINENT? | Kon Knueppel's DOMINANCE | LaMelo Ball's OT SNUB Explained
We finally have some good news to share on the injury front. Hornets PR announced that Brandon Miller was assigned to the Greensboro Swarm for practice and…
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CENTERS AREN'T A WEAKNESS!! | Collin Sexton is a THIEF! | Walker Gives Thanks
This victory was built on the back of the center play, a spot that was supposed to be a major weakness. Ryan Kalkbrenner was incredible, fresh off the birth of…
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Ryan Kalkbrenner's DAD ENERGY POWERS Hornets WIN | Rookies SHUT DOWN Bucks | Tre Mann CLUTCH
The Charlotte Hornets pulled off a 111-100 win over the Milwaukee Bucks, defined by their most aggressive, physical performance of the season. The defense set…
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LaMelo Ball’s Injury FRUSTRATION GROWS | Should Charlotte TRADE for Domantas Sabonis?
Doug Branson is flying solo on today's show as the team prepares for the Milwaukee Bucks. The program begins with the biggest issues facing the Charlotte…
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The Question w/ LaMelo Ball | Would you TRADE LaMelo?? | Does KON KNUEPPEL Change the Calculus?
Walker goes solo to talk about the growing LaMelo Ball question: Is it worth it anymore? Walker looks at the pros and cons, what life without LaMelo looks…
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Kon Knueppel’s 30-PT EXPLOSION | LaMelo Remains OUT and IN Trade Rumors | Vets Fail Hornets
Doug flies solo to cover the latest Hornets loss to the Miami Heat, an NBA Cup game that got out of hand quickly. The first quarter was a disaster, with the…
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Kon Knueppel SURGES in ROY Race | Why Hornets DEMOTED Tidjane Salaun | LaMelo INJURY Update 😫
We're focusing on the bright spots, and it doesn't get much brighter than Kon Knueppel’s start to the season. We’re seriously looking at his case for Rookie of…