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Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
Locked On Podcast Network, Doug Branson, Walker Mehl
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 On Hornets podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
Episodios
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Kon and Coby are OUT!! | What Does it MEAN? | What Can We EXPECT
· 44 min
The season couldn’t start with more intrigue for the Charlotte Hornets: injuries have sidelined Coby White and rookie Kon Knueppel for the opener against Brooklyn, forcing head coach Charles Lee to get creative with rotations and rely on new faces. With two potential starters out, who steps up to drive the offense, and how might this impact the Hornets’ hunt for a play-in spot or more in the East?...
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Season Preview: Ranking ALL 30 NBA Teams! Our Official 2026-27 Tier List
· 1 h 08 min
Who are the BEST and WORST teams in the NBA heading into the 2026-27 season? With opening night just around the corner, Locked On NBA Daily reveals its official 30-team NBA Power Rankings, organized into S-through-F tiers! Wes Goldberg, Matt Moore and Haize unveil rankings voted on by hosts from all 30 Locked On NBA team podcasts, debating the biggest surprises, overrated contenders and underrated...
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Hornets LOCK UP Brandon Miller 💰 | Sam Farber HYPES Kon Knueppel's Bigger Role | Nets Opener PREVIEW
· 44 min
It came down to the buzzer, but the Charlotte Hornets got it done. Brandon Miller agreed to a five-year, $209 million rookie scale extension less than an hour before Monday's deadline, and Doug Branson and Walker Mehl are here to explain what it means. The number lands $1 million above Amen Thompson's deal in Houston, and that matters. It tells you the Hornets see Miller as a first or second optio...
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Hornets Preseason is OVER! | Rookies NAIL Dress Rehearsal!! 😤| Tidjane Salaun OVER Pat Connaughton??
· 26 min
Walker is back and flying solo! Good news: Hornets preseason is over! Bad news: They lost to Memphis 117-98 to end the session. What were the positives? Walker goes over the performances from the rookies and why they nailed their dress rehearsal, even if the team played poorly overall. Plus, why did the Hornets decide to cut Pat Connaughton over Tidjane Salaun? Was it the right decision? With Mou...
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Hornets LEARN Hard Lessons 😬 | Brandon Miller's Extension Clock TICKS | Hannes Falling Behind?!
· 34 min
The Charlotte Hornets got a real measuring stick in Boston, and the 114-93 loss showed exactly where this roster stands before opening night. Doug Branson walks through what this week taught us, starting with a problem that won't go away: real size. Mitchell Robinson and Neemias Queta controlled the paint, Boston won the points in the paint 56-20, and thirty turnovers made a tough night worse. Mou...
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Hornets Fall to Celtics: Turnovers, Brandon Miller's Deadline, and Christian Anderson Jr.'s Debut
· 33 min
The Charlotte Hornets took their first road trip of the preseason, and the Boston Celtics sent them home with a 114-93 loss. Preseason caveats apply. Injuries are piling up, and Coby White and Kon Knueppel weren't available. But this one raised real questions.Charlotte turned the ball over 30 times, and Boston scored 27 points off those mistakes. The Celtics won the paint 56 to 20. Defensive misco...
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Brandon Miller CONTRACT Value | Kon and Coby INJURY Updates | Hornets Ex-Files
· 36 min
On today's episode of Locked On Hornets, hosts Doug Branson and Nata Edwards tackle the burning question every Charlotte Hornets fan is asking: should the front office offer Brandon Miller an extension that could rival or even surpass Amen Thompson's deal? With contract rumors swirling, and experts split on Miller’s worth, the guys dissect the biggest risk factors, performance updates, and financi...
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Preseason Game 2 REACTION | Brandon Miller RETURNS | Depth SHINES through
· 32 min
Brandon Miller is back in the lineup, and the Charlotte Hornets wasted no time putting him front and center in their second preseason matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Host Doug Branson spotlights Miller’s confident return following a shin injury and shoulder surgery, noting his impressive 18-point performance and leadership on the floor despite a limited offseason. The show highlights how Mill...
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What did we LEARN This Week? | Charles Lee QUOTES | Can UNC Fans ROOT for Grayson Allen?
· 38 min
This episode recaps everything Charlotte Hornets fans learned from the opening of preseason, focusing on how experience and new additions are reshaping expectations. The conversation highlights the importance Hornets leadership places on the playoff-tested veterans added via trade, and how their presence brought needed calm in early preseason play—despite a lopsided loss and a long injury list inc...
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Can Brandon Miller be ALL-NBA? | Preseason Game 2 PREVIEW | Naz Reid is like...
· 28 min
Could Brandon Miller be the next All-NBA star for the Charlotte Hornets? In this episode, hear Zach Lowe’s headline-making prediction about Miller’s ceiling and the intriguing comparison to Jayson Tatum that has Hornets fans buzzing. Explore what it would take for Miller to reach All-NBA status this season, including a statistical analysis of his pick-and-roll play, offensive growth areas, and opp...
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How REAL is the Hornets' depth? | What to EXPECT from the Player Tiers | Rookies have to EARN it
· 33 min
Is the Charlotte Hornets’ revamped roster truly deeper, or is the bench just better disguised? In this episode, Walker Mehl assesses the franchise’s much-discussed overhaul—highlighting the veteran arrivals of Naz Reid, Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale, and Dennis Schroder—and explains why their playoff experience could impact more than just the win column. With the ascent of Kon Knueppel and the heal...
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Hornets INJURY AVALANCHE In Nets Loss | Naz Reid DEBUTS | Hannes Steinbach STUCK On Bench
· 41 min
Basketball is back, but the Charlotte Hornets’ preseason debut brought plenty of drama and a tough 124-90 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Before tip-off even arrived, the Hornets were hit with a major avalanche of injuries. Brandon Miller was ruled out with a shin contusion, Coby White suffered a calf strain, and key figures like Kon Knueppel, Christian Anderson, and Grant Williams were all forced to w...
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Coby White INJURED?!? | What does it MEAN? | How does Charlotte ADJUST
· 11 min
Charlotte Hornets’ preseason plans take a hit as starting point guard Coby White suffers a recurring left calf strain, raising concerns about his long-term durability and the team’s early-season outlook. With White ruled out for all preseason games, can Dennis Schröder and rookie Christian Anderson step up to keep the Hornets’ offense running smoothly? The conversation focused on injury history, m...
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Who will RANK Highest at the end of the Season? | Is Dennis Schröder a Leader? | Annual Hornets Stat Draft
· 33 min
This episode was recorded before the Coby White injury News Charlotte Hornets fans, the wait is over! In this jam-packed episode, Walker Mehl, Doug Branson, and Evan Hale team up to tackle all the buzz ahead of the Hornets’ preseason debut. The show kicks off with the brand new “Swarm or Swat” segment, as the crew debates the hot topics swirling around Buzz City—from whether Kon Knueppel or Brando...
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Top 3 REASONS to Watch Preseason | MAILBAG Episode | What is a SUCCESSFUL Season?
· 35 min
Preseason basketball is back and the Charlotte Hornets are stirring up excitement and speculation. Host Doug Branson shares the top three reasons to watch the upcoming preseason games, placing the spotlight on Naz Reid’s transition from sixth man to potential starter, Brandon Miller’s offseason muscle gains, and the challenge of making the Hornets’ offense function smoothly without LaMelo Ball on...
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Who NEEDS the Preseason? | Is Royce O'Neal getting TRADED? | Coach Talk
· 33 min
The Charlotte Hornets are gearing up for a preseason packed with intrigue, as players across the roster battle for standing and new leadership sets the tone. On today’s episode, the spotlight shines brightly on Brandon Miller: can last year’s highly-touted pick make a standout statement and establish himself as “the dude” with Kon Knueppel sidelined? We discuss why this preseason isn’t just about...
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Training Camp BATTLES | Who WINS the Big Battles? | Which WINGS Win?
· 33 min
Charlotte Hornets training camp has kicked off in Charleston, and the competition is already at a fever pitch. This episode explores the most fascinating camp battles across the roster, focusing on standout skirmishes at the center spot with Moussa Diabate, Hannes Steinbach, and Ryan Kalkbrenner each fighting for meaningful minutes. Attention shifts to the wings, where the rapid progression of Lia...
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Can COBY be Coby? | Remembering the DILLY Era | Training Camp BEGINS
· 36 min
Charlotte Hornets Media Day delivered intriguing storylines, and this episode covers all the buzz. Walker Mehl and Doug Branson weigh in on Coby White’s ascension to starting point guard after LaMelo Ball's departure, highlighting how White’s honest remarks reveal a player energized by new responsibility and the challenge of orchestrating a deep, versatile roster. Listeners will gain perspective o...
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Hornets Media Day MOMENTS | MAJOR Injury Updates | Naz Reid WELCOMED
· 34 min
Hornets Media Day was packed with updates and big revelations as Charlotte gears up for the new season. Brandon Miller headlines the news, sharing that he’s been cleared for full contact for three weeks, bringing an end to any lingering concerns about his shoulder. His candidness about last year’s pain—pain he refused to use as an excuse—gives fans a new appreciation for his toughness and dedicati...
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ERIC & DELL ARE BACK!! | Reputation CHANGE | Opinions on BRANDON MILLER CONTRACT
· 31 min
Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss Eric Collins, Dell Curry, and Shannon Spake returning as your Charlotte Hornets broadcast team! Why was it important to bring back such an important group? Walker goes through the importance of how we consume Hornets basketball and more importantly, how the organization recognizes that. Finally, Walker dissects all of the varying opinions over Brandon Miller’s pote...
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Hornets Trade AFTERMATH | No Room for NEMBHARD? | Big BROADCAST News
· 38 min
It’s another wild day for Hornets basketball fans as the Charlotte Hornets shake up their roster and make headlines with sweeping moves, all while rolling out fan-first broadcasting news. Host Walker Mehl and Doug Branson react to reports of Buddy Hield and Ryan Nembhard being waived shortly after the team acquired them in a trade for Dorian Finney-Smith, explaining what these moves mean for the t...
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BREAKING Hornets TRADE | What does this mean for the HORNETS? | Who gets CUT?
· 28 min
The Charlotte Hornets just shook up their roster again, finalizing a headline-grabbing swap with the Atlanta Hawks that brings veteran sharpshooter Buddy Hield and playmaking youngster Ryan Nembhard to the Queen City in exchange for Dorian Finney-Smith—and a little extra cash. Doug Branson examines how this late-offseason trade fits into the Hornets’ clear strategy to assemble not just more depth,...
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How much do the Hornets PAY Brandon Miller? | TRADE Rumor Mill | Nic Batum RETIRES
· 33 min
Charlotte’s front office is making big decisions, and the future of their young core hinges on what happens next with Brandon Miller’s contract extension. As the Thompson twins lock in massive rookie deals—Amen at $208 million and Ausar at $155 million—the hosts debate where Miller should land on this lucrative spectrum, taking a hard look at his place among young NBA stars and how his injury hist...
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How Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel can make ALL-NBA | Sicko Satchel MAILBAG Episode
· 32 min
In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson opens up the “Sicko Satchel” to answer the Hornets community's most burning questions. What must Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller do to become Charlotte’s next All-NBA stars? Doug examines their elite scoring talent, the growth each needs to show on both ends of the floor, and what it will really take for either to ascend to first-option status on...
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Hornets LOSE Local Beat Writer | Are the Hornets the LEAST Covered team in the NBA?
· 32 min
For the first time since 1987, the Charlotte Hornets will open their season without a dedicated beat reporter after Rod Boone’s abrupt exit from the Charlotte Observer. On today’s episode, Walker Mehl and Doug Branson take stock of what this means for fans, local journalism, and the wider NBA media landscape. The ripple effects of McClatchy’s sweeping layoffs have all but cleared out traditional s...
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Some BONUS Sabonis Trade Talks | Hornets have a NEW Broadcaster | Did the Hornets HOSE the Wolves?
· 34 min
Get ready for a jam-packed episode of Locked On Hornets as we tackle some of the hottest offseason storylines in Charlotte. The rumor mill keeps turning with fresh buzz around the Hornets’ interest in Domantas Sabonis. Walker Mehl and Doug Branson weigh in on whether Charlotte is likely to meet Sacramento’s asking price, what assets the Hornets can (or can’t) afford to give up, and why Sabonis cou...
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Hornets Future is BRIGHT | Where the Hornets RANK | Hornets Announce Game THEMES
· 37 min
The conversation focused on the Charlotte Hornets’ remarkable leap in ESPN’s Future Power Rankings, rising from 23rd to an impressive 7th overall. One concept discussed was how recent front office decisions, including key trades and strong draft picks like Brandon Miller, Kon Knueppel, and second-round surprises such as Seon James and Ryan Kalkbrenner, have fueled optimism for the years ahead. A k...
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2 ENDS of the Spectrum Center | Will Steph Curry END UP in Charlotte?
· 32 min
With the dust far from settled on the Charlotte Hornets’ blockbuster trade sending LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, today’s episode sorts through the chaos of opposing national and local projections for the franchise. Some believe the Hornets have set themselves up for playoff contention despite losing a star, while others question if the combination of Coby White, Naz Reid, and the team’s improved depth...
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Offseason Word GAME | Who is going to STEP UP Next Season | In DEFENSE of Sabonis
· 35 min
LaMelo Ball’s time in Charlotte is over, and with his trade to Minnesota, the Hornets have set their course on a new era. In this episode, Walker Mehl and Doug Branson unpack all the emotions and implications of LaMelo’s high-profile departure, from the surprising reactions inside the organization to what it reveals about management’s perspective on their former star. They examine Coby White’s ele...
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Is a Sabonis Trade INCOMING? | How much will the Offense IMPROVE? | Grayson Allen Injury CONCERNS??
· 35 min
The trade winds are blowing around the Charlotte Hornets, as fresh rumors link Domantas Sabonis to the Queen City. Are the Hornets ready to pull the trigger on a blockbuster, and does Sabonis really move the needle for this offense-first roster? The conversation heats up as reports from NBA Trade Rumors claim a Sabonis deal could center on Grayson Allen, Grant Williams, and multiple first-round pi...
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