Podcast Episodes

LaMelo Ball DROPS in Top 100 Rankings | Hornets WORST American Sports Franchise? | Draft Hits and Misses

Episode 2109

The Charlotte Hornets' offseason is officially underway, and the vibes are...complicated. In this episode of Locked On Hornets, we react to The Ringer’s latest Top 100 NBA players list, where LaMelo …

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

Does Adam Silver HATE the Charlotte Hornets? | Identity, Culture, Continuity: Lessons from The NBA Finals

Episode 2108

The NBA Finals have arrived, and small markets are making big statements — but not Charlotte. On today’s episode of Locked On Hornets, we react to the Pacers’ wild Game 1 win and draw clear parallels…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

HORNETS DRAFT BUZZ: Hornets Pulling ANOTHER Tidjane Surprise? | Spurs Swap for 2 Around Maluach?

Episode 2107

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The Hornets front office is playing it close to the vest AND there is a lot of uncertainty about what the…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

NEW Intel on Hornets’ #4 Pick | Kon Knueppel & Jakucionis in PLAY | Trade Down for More Assets?

Episode 2106

Is Charlotte sticking at #4 or setting up a surprise? On this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and Walker Mehl react to new reporting from Matt Moore and Krysten Peek that sheds light on wh…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

Maluach MOCKED at #4 | VJ Edgecombe's DEFENSE Scrutinized | Hornets FUTURE RISES

Episode 2105

In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker and Doug dive deep into recent futures rankings for the Eastern Conference—where the Hornets surprisingly land above teams like Miami and Chicago. What’s …

Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago

Hornets Face CAP CRUNCH 💰 | LaMelo Ball TRADE OPTIONS | ANOTHER Evaluation Season?

Episode 2104

The Charlotte Hornets’ offseason is officially under scrutiny, and ESPN’s Bobby Marks didn’t hold back in outlining the massive to-do list for the franchise. In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Dou…

Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago

REPORT: VJ Edgecombe LOCKED at 4 to Charlotte Hornets 🔒 | Cedric Coward Rising, Hornets TRADE back option | Free Agency Targets

Episode 2103

Kevin O’Connor’s latest mock has VJ Edgecombe headed to Charlotte at pick #4—but is that really a done deal? Walker, Doug, and special guest Nata Edwards dive deep into the draft rumor mill, debate w…

Published on 7 months ago

Forgot About TRE? Have Hornets Mock Drafts Tilted TOO FAR To VJ Edgecombe? + Brandon Miller vs. Amen Thompson

Episode 2102

On this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker and Doug break down the Hornets' evolving draft strategy, focusing on the rising momentum behind VJ Edgecombe as the likely pick at #4. While Tre Johnson’…

Published on 7 months ago

Chris Paul Hornets Homecoming? 👀 | Brandon Miller's Growth Delayed or Stalled? | Sicko Satchel Road Trip Debate

Episode 2101

Should the Charlotte Hornets make one last run at bringing Chris Paul back to his hometown? On today’s episode of Locked On Hornets, we dive into the longstanding debate on CP3's potential return—thi…

Published on 7 months ago

Why Hornets Turnover Woes Make VJ Edgecombe a MUST-DRAFT + Our Hottest Draft Takes

Episode 2100

NOTE: There's an issue with Walker's audio when we share our screen. I've done my best to rectify it. Apologies. --db

In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and Walker Mehl take a deep div…

Published on 7 months ago