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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
Flagg STARTS Day 1? | Biggest Season Disappointments: LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, Mark Williams?
It’s Sicko Satchel Monday on Locked On Hornets, and the big questions are flying. What would the starting five look like if Cooper Flagg lands in Charlotte? Is…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Mark Williams ROASTS Lakers Over Rescinded Hornets Trade | Nata Edwards on Why He's Team Cooper over Team Giannis
The Lakers collapse in five games and Hornets fans are loving it—especially Mark Williams. We break down the ripple effects of LA backing out of the Mark…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Cooper Flagg or GIANNIS? | Moussa’s MONSTER Rebounding Year | Tre Johnson Mocked to Hornets
On today’s Locked On Hornets, the Sicko Satchel delivers one of the biggest what-if scenarios in franchise history—what if the Hornets get the No. 1 pick…
Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte HornetsNBA East Squad: Bucks playoffs on life support, Giannis' Future in DOUBT?
NBA East Squad: Bucks playoffs on life support, Giannis' Future in DOUBT? This episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East hosts discuss the impact of Damian…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
TIDJANE SALAUN's Rookie Season In Review: Top Stats and Storylines | Jeremiah Fears rises up NBA Draft Boards
The offseason tradition continues! On today's episode of Locked On Hornets, we kick off our player capsule series by taking a hard look at Tidjane Salaun's…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo's Drives, Brandon's Scoring and Miles' role: Which Over/Under Bets PAID OFF? | Kemba RETURNS to the Court
In this episode of Locked On Hornets, we break down the results of our end-of-season Stat Draft. Who came out on top? Who took the wildest swings? Doug, David…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets' PLAN B If They Miss Flagg and Why is SHOULDN'T Be Ace Bailey with Nata Edwards
In this episode of Locked On Hornets, we’re joined by Nada Edwards from the Eye on College Basketball podcast to break down Cooper Flagg’s official declaration…
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Hornets BLASTED in Player Poll 😬 | LaMelo Ball: Overrated or IGNORED | New Franchise Record
In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and Walker Mehl react to The Athletic's annual anonymous NBA player poll that put the Charlotte Hornets at…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
NBA East Squad: Which East Teams Should Feel Best & Worst After Opening Weekend?
NBA East Squad: Which East Teams Should Feel Best & Worst After Opening Weekend? In this episode of Locked On NBA Squad Show East, hosts dissect the opening…
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Hornets LOTTERY DREAMS | Team Building SECRETS from Detroit & OKC | Is Charles Lee Crazy Enough?
The Hornets are one step closer to a franchise-altering pick as Cooper Flagg officially declares for the 2025 NBA Draft. On today's Locked On Hornets, Doug…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo MUST Get Stronger 💪 | Charles Lee CHALLENGES Ball | Tre Mann’s FUTURE in Question
In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker and Doug react to insightful offseason comments from new Hornets coach Charles Lee about LaMelo Ball’s…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets Play-In STAKES | Trade Ideas: Jaren Jackson Jr. or Sabonis? | Charles Lee Gets Rave Reviews
Even with the Hornets on the outside looking in, this episode dives into why Charlotte fans have a huge stake in the NBA Play-In Tournament. Doug and Walker…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Nata Edwards on Top Draft Prospects, What a Sustainable Playoff Model Looks Like and Who NOT to Draft
On this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker, Doug, and special guest Nata Edwards of the Eye On College Basketball podcast break down the most controversial…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
RUMOR: Zion On The TRADE BLOCK, Should the Hornets Deal For Him? | Mark Williams FUTURE in Charlotte in SERIOUS Doubt
The Hornets' front office is facing some major decisions, and Doug Branson and Walker Mehl are breaking it all down. With Joe Dumars stepping into the…
Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte HornetsNBA East Squad: Expectations and Potential UPSET Specials
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East, hosts discuss the Eastern Conference playoffs. They debate whether Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
WIN NOW?: GM Jeff Peterson's Future Plan for Hornets | LaMelo Discusses His Future in Charlotte
The Hornets’ season is officially over, and that means it’s time for exit interviews—and they didn’t disappoint. On today’s episode of Locked On Hornets…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets' Season OVER 😤 | What's Next for the Franchise? | Charles Lee Gets a Tech!!
It's over. The Charlotte Hornets’ 2024-25 season has officially wrapped, and Doug and Walker are dressed for the occasion—suiting up for what felt like a…
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The REAL Reason Hornets Need Cooper Flagg | Charles Lee MUST Step Up in This Area | 2nd Round Mock
Why do the Charlotte Hornets need Cooper Flagg so badly? Doug Branson and Walker Mehl explain why it’s not just about stats or highlight reels—it’s about…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
NSJ Goes OFF 28-6-10 | Hornets Tank Check | Cooper Flagg and Ace Bailey analysis
Another game, another blowout. The Charlotte Hornets fall 126-96 to the Raptors, but this one had a few silver linings—most notably, Nick Smith Jr. exploding…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Jaylen Wells and K.J. Simpson Scary Collision: Was it Intentional? Malone OUT in Denver, Charles Lee next?
The final home game of the season turned grim for the Charlotte Hornets as a horrifying midair collision left Memphis rookie Jalen Wells with a broken wrist…
Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte HornetsNBA East Squad: Bad Season, Bright Future?
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East, hosts discuss the most dangerous play-in teams in the Eastern Conference. They debate which teams could…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets Roster POSITIVES | Free Agent WISHLIST | Walter Clayton Jr. a Draft Option
On this episode of Locked On Hornets, it's not about bobbleheads or bucket hats—it’s about giving flowers to a team that, despite the odds, showed grit…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Cooper Flagg’s Duke Run ENDS! Hornets Era Begins? | KJ Simpson Shines | Dylan Harper: GREAT Consolation
On today’s episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and Walker Mehl break down a busy weekend of hoops, heartbreak, and hopeful glimpses into the future. The…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets Trade Rankings REVEALED | Hornets Sign New 10-Day | Lessons from Bobcats DISASTER
On this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and Walker Mehl dive into the ultimate question: who holds the most trade value on the Charlotte Hornets…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Health UPDATE | Hornets' Turnover NIGHTMARE at Pacers | More Mock Drafts
The Charlotte Hornets put up a fight against the Indiana Pacers but couldn’t overcome a turnover-heavy night, ultimately falling 119-105. Doug and Walker break…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball TOP Trade Team Options: Magic, Grizzlies, Rockets, Lakers. What Makes Sense for the Hornets?
Injuries and poor team performance have thrust LaMelo Ball trade speculation into the forefront of national NBA conversations around the Charlotte Hornets. If…
Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte HornetsNBA East Squad: Bucks' Title Hopes Fade as Lillard Sidelined
In this episode of Locked On NBA Squad Show East, hosts discuss the impact of Damian Lillard's injury on the Milwaukee Bucks' title chances. They debate which…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
HORNETS WIN...sort of | Draft Lotto Implications of Wire to Wire Dub vs. Jazz | Rookie Tidjane Salaun Figures it Out
The Charlotte Hornets eked out a chaotic, wire-to-wire win over the Utah Jazz in what can only be described as the NBA’s version of a “toilet bowl.” Doug and…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball OUT FOR SEASON 😔 | Hornets Future UNCERTAIN | Tank Watch INTENSIFIES
On this episode of Locked On Hornets, we react to the breaking news that LaMelo Ball is officially out for the season after undergoing ankle and wrist…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Cooper Flagg EXPLODES for Duke🔥 | Hornets' #1 PICK DEBATE: Would Any Team Consider Trading The Pick?
Cooper Flagg put on a Sweet 16 showcase for the ages, dropping 30 points with elite two-way play that left no doubt about his top draft status. Doug Branson…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets New Practice Facility: Will it Bring Free Agents | Kemba TRASHES Spectrum Center| Mock Draft 4/61: Kasparas Jakucionis
The Charlotte Hornets officially broke ground on the Novant Health Performance Center, and the Locked On Hornets crew was on hand to take it all in. From…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets Young Core SHINES | Refs HORRIBLE, Where is Charles Lee? | Innie or Outie on LaMelo, Mark & More
It was a loss, but was it a good loss? The Charlotte Hornets fell to the Orlando Magic 111–104, but Doug and Walker argue this might’ve been an "ethical" loss…
Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte HornetsNBA Squad Show: Can Late Season PUSH Alter Playoff Expectations?
The Locked On NBA Squad Show brings together hosts from various NBA team podcasts to discuss the latest league happenings. In this episode, the panel debates…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets TREND WATCH 📈 | Can LaMelo, Mark and NSJ Change the Narrative? | Mock Draft-a-Day
With the season winding down, the Charlotte Hornets have one final stretch to evaluate their young core—and it’s a mixed bag. On today’s episode, Doug Branson…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets SHOOTING MELTDOWN vs Heat | Cooper Flagg WOWS Execs | Latest Hornets Mock Drafts
The Hornets took another tough loss, this time at the hands of the Miami Heat, 122-105. Doug Branson and Walker Mehl break down what went wrong—starting with…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo RUNS THE SHOW and the Hornets Run the Knicks Out of Charlotte + More Mock Draft Surprises
The Hornets grabbed an impressive 115-98 win over the New York Knicks, and we’re breaking down every angle. Mark Williams delivered one of his most complete…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball & Mark Wiilliams TRADE RUMORS? | Hornets' Rebuild Strategy | MOCK DRAFT Season Begins
The Charlotte Hornets are at a crossroads, and the latest offseason rumors suggest some major shake-ups could be on the horizon. Marc Stein reports that Mark…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Would You TRADE Brandon Miller or LaMelo Ball for Cooper Flagg? | Hawks Crush the Hornets | Injury Updates: Okogie & Diabate
The Charlotte Hornets just got wrecked by the Atlanta Hawks, losing 134-102 in a game that was over before it even started. No LaMelo Ball. No Miles Bridges…
Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte HornetsNBA East Squad: Hornets Ethically Bad AND Shameless Tankers?
This episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East features a lively discuss on the Toronto Raptors' controversial late-game strategies and the broader…
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WEEKEND RECAP: Hornets INSANE from 3 vs. Spurs 🤯 | Clippers bring REALITY CHECK | What's real?
The Charlotte Hornets had one of the most bizarre weekends in franchise history, showcasing both their highest highs and lowest lows. First, they erupted for…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Cooper Flagg’s SCARY Injury 😱 | Hornets Curse? | Spurs Preview | Did We Miss Out on a Superstar in Castle
Another day, another basketball star taken down by the Spectrum Center curse. This time, it was Cooper Flagg, the projected No. 1 pick, who suffered an ankle…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Trae Young HUNTS Hornets Defenders | HOT: Miles Bridges, NOT: LaMelo Ball's Shooting
The Charlotte Hornets' rollercoaster season hit another low point in their 123-110 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Despite keeping things competitive early, the…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball NOT a #1 OPTION? Is he a Cade Cunningham or a Tyrese Haliburton?
Doug Branson had a LaMelo Ball revelation at the gym, and it's time to break it down. Is LaMelo’s future more like Tyrese Haliburton’s—leading as a facilitator…
Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte HornetsNBA East Squad: The East Transforms Behind Cavs, Pistons, and Coaching Impact
This episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East features hosts debating the impressive turnarounds of the Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons, analyzing…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets Shock the Heat | Miles Bridges' Dominance Continues | LaMelo's Role Changing?
The Charlotte Hornets might be out of the playoff picture, but they aren’t going down quietly. Miles Bridges is on an absolute tear, following up his…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Miles Bridges' MONSTER Weekend 46p vs. Cavs | Can LaMelo Fix His Fouling? | Hornets' Tough Future Decisions
The Charlotte Hornets had an eventful weekend, splitting games against the Cavaliers and Nets while giving fans plenty to talk about. Miles Bridges delivered…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball QUITTING on the Hornets? | LaMelo's Troubling Stat Trends | Should They Draft Another Ball Handler?
The Charlotte Hornets are once again at a crossroads, and this time, all eyes are on LaMelo Ball. His defensive effort against Minnesota raised serious…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Mark Williams VANISHES vs. Wolves | Miles Bridges BALLS OUT | LaMelo's Frustration with Refs is Affecting Him
The Charlotte Hornets' season keeps unraveling, and their 125-110 loss to the Timberwolves only added to the frustration. Mark Williams had what can only be…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
REPORT: NBA Execs Eye LaMelo Ball? | Are We Giving Up On NSJ? | Hornets Plan for Mark Williams
The LaMelo Ball trade speculation is heating up, with NBA executives reportedly keeping an eye on Charlotte’s star guard. But is there any real substance to…
Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte HornetsNBA East Squad: The LaMelo Ball vs Trae Young Better Future debate!
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East, hosts debate the merits of LaMelo Ball versus Trae Young as franchise players. They discuss the potential…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets' "Better" Loss to Warriors? | Mark Williams' Progress | What’s Next for Nick Smith Jr.
The Charlotte Hornets fall to the Golden State Warriors 119-101, but was this a "better" loss compared to recent disasters? Doug Branson and Walker Mehl break…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Hornets Swept by the Wizards?! | LaMelo’s Struggles & Fan Apathy | Mark Williams’ Bright Spot
It happened again. The Charlotte Hornets suffered yet another brutal loss to the Washington Wizards, officially getting swept in the season series. In a game…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Mark Williams' Wild Night | Hornets Show Fight vs Mavs | LaMelo Ball Re-Ranked by The Ringer
The Charlotte Hornets may have lost another game, but this one felt different. After suffering blowout losses averaging a 43-point deficit over their last…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Flagg an Actual Franchise Changer? | Center Draft Prospects | Time to Move on From LaMelo and Miles?
Charlotte has officially set a new NBA record for the worst three-game losing stretch in history, dropping those contests by a combined 131 points. It’s a…
- Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Charlotte Hornets Record Setting Losing Streak | When Does it End?
It happened again. Walker goes solo to discuss a record setting losing streak set by the Hornets after dropping its 4th straight game. When does the losing end…
Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte HornetsNBA East Squad: Ranking Contenders To Challenge Boston and Cleveland
In this episode of Locked on NBA Squad East Locked On hosts analyze the Knicks' defensive weaknesses and debate whether Mitchell Robinson's return can solve…
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LaMelo Getting Exposed By Physical Defenses? | Hornets' Draft Strategy
Another game, another brutal loss for the Charlotte Hornets, who got blown out by Sacramento in a performance that felt all too familiar. The team was hanging…
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Hornets' Identity Crisis | LaMelo and Mark Struggle in Blowout | Are There Answers in Free Agency?
The Charlotte Hornets just took one of the worst beatings in franchise history, and it wasn’t even their first 50-point loss in the last two seasons. How does…
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Mark Williams' Agent Sounds Off | Miles Bridges Drops 36 at Nuggets | Did the Lakers Pull a Fast One?
The Hornets fought hard against the Nuggets but couldn't keep up in the fourth quarter. Despite the loss, Miles Bridges turned in a season-high 36 points…
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Hornets Take Down Lakers | LaMelo Proves He's Clutch | Mark Williams’ Revenge Game?
The Charlotte Hornets made a statement on a national stage with a gutsy win over the Los Angeles Lakers, and we’re breaking it all down on today’s Locked On…