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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

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00:40:13

Hornets COLLAPSE to Winless Pelicans | Miles Bridges...

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2025/11/05

This one stings. We're here to talk through one of the most painful losses of the season, a 116-112 defeat where the Hornets collapsed against the previously winless New Orleans Pelicans. Charlotte was in control, holding a lead for much of the fourth quarter, but everything fell apart in the final minutes during a brutal 11-0 run by the Pelicans.Fans are pointing fingers directly at coach Charles Lee, and we have to examine those final possessions. We question the offensive set designed for Kon

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00:30:09

Hornets Split Weekend: Rookies Shine in Win vs. Jazz,...

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2025/11/04

The team had an up-and-down weekend, splitting their two home games. The first contest was a 122-105 loss to the physical Minnesota Timberwolves , a game where LaMelo Ball played despite a new right ankle impingement injury. This loss reinforced a trend: this team struggles against bigger, stronger opponents, especially while missing Grant Williams and Brandon Miller.However, in the second game, LaMelo sat out , and the team responded beautifully with a 126-103 win over the Utah Jazz. The rookies

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00:35:59

LaMelo on the Injury Report AGAIN?? | Brandon...

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2025/11/01

Walker goes solo to discuss LaMelo Ball's latest appearance on the injury report and why his game-time decision against Minnesota is a big one. The Hornets pick up team options on Tidjane Salaun and Brandon Miller, but the interesting conversation surrounds Brandon's deal NEXT year. Finally, Walker explores what rookie success means for the Hornets despite losing games. #Hornets #LaMelo #LaMeloBall #CharlotteHornetsFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧

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00:37:45

Hornets GET BULLIED By Magic | Charles Lee's Lineup...

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2025/10/31

Welcome to Locked On Hornets. The team has taken a second straight divisional rival beatdown, this time losing 123-107 to the Orlando Magic. This was a game where the Hornets knew they were the smaller, less physical team, and the desperate Magic took full advantage. Orlando bullied the Hornets at the rim, and the Hornets' offense collapsed, giving up 29 points off turnovers.We'll spend time on the individual struggles, starting with LaMelo Ball. He was just fined $35,000 by the league for an

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00:40:49

Hornets STANG'N or CLANG'N | Kon Knueppel SHINES |...

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2025/10/30

Walker Mehl and Doug Branson bring back a show staple: "Stang'n or Clang'n." They start with the positives, and there's no bigger positive than rookie Kon Knueppel. He's set an NBA rookie record for threes in his first five games and is shooting 58% from deep. The hosts look at his impressive probing, passing, and even his defense, which has earned praise from Coach Charles Lee.Then, it's time for the "Clang'n." The conversation turns to Tre Mann, who is in a deep slump, punctuated by a 3-for-15

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00:35:22

LaMelo Ball's FRUSTRATION BOILS OVER in Heat Loss |...

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2025/10/29

The Hornets' hot start came to a screeching halt in Miami. Doug Branson opens up the autopsy report after a 144-117 blowout loss to the Heat. This was the Hornets' first real defensive test of the season, and they failed it. The defense gave up 20 threes and couldn't get back in transition, often due to frustration on the other end.That frustration was epitomized by LaMelo Ball. After showing increased maturity in the first few games , this performance felt like a step back. LaMelo's frustration

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00:36:30

LaMelo Ball's 38-PT Triple-Double & NEW Leadership |...

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2025/10/27

The "Big Dub Hat" is officially out! We celebrate a huge Hornets win over the Wizards, a team that gave us fits all last season. It was a weekend split after a tough loss to Philly, but the real story is LaMelo Ball. After one bad possession against the 76ers had critics calling him a "losing player," LaMelo responded in a massive way. We discuss his 38-point triple-double—a franchise record for points in a triple-double, passing Baron Davis —and what we're hearing about his new leadership. He's

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00:35:48

Did the Hornets Know? | LaMelo is UNLOCKED w/ New...

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2025/10/25

Walker goes solo to discuss the latest in the Terry Rozier situation. Did the Hornets know about the investigation before trading Terry Rozier to Miami? Does it matter? The show moves to a focus on the roster around LaMelo Ball finally complimenting his game and bringing the most out of his abilities. Finally, Walker takes a look at the Hornets/76ers matchup.#Hornets #LaMelo #LaMeloBall #CharlotteHornetsFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧

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00:41:12

Terry Rozier ARRESTED for betting scheme | Hornets...

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2025/10/24

We wanted to come on and celebrate a one-and-oh start and a fifth-straight season-opening win, but a massive story has overshadowed the game. Former Hornet Terry Rozier, along with Chauncey Billups and others, has been arrested as part of a wide-ranging investigation into illegal sports betting and rigged games. We must discuss the specifics of the allegation, which stems from a March 2023 game when Rozier was a Hornet. The indictment alleges he planned to leave a game early with a "supposed injury"

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00:33:13

Hornets DESTROY Nets 136-117! | Brandon Miller's 25...

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2025/10/23

What a beautiful game to watch. The Hornets started the season with a dominant 136-117 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, a performance that earned them a standing ovation in the renovated Spectrum Center. That 136-point total is a new Hornets franchise record for a season opener, and the offensive crispness was a night-and-day difference from last season.The story of the night was the connection between LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller. Miller led all scorers with 25 points and seven assists, and LaMelo

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00:32:16

Hornets Starting Lineup FINAL PREDICTION | Sexton vs...

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2025/10/21

We've made it—this is the last stop before the 2025-26 regular season begins. To get things started the right way, we're firing up the "Rotation Station" for one final time. We know LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, and Miles Bridges are locked in as starters, but the other two spots remain the biggest questions. We'll look at the case for starting Collin Sexton at the two-guard, which feels like a 75% probability given how much Charles Lee has praised his leadership and culture-setting impact. The

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00:43:11

Why this Hornets season FEELS DIFFERENT | Miles...

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2025/10/21

It is finally opening week for the Charlotte Hornets. As we prepare for Wednesday's opener against the Nets, there's a different feeling around this team—a level of seriousness we haven't seen in years. We'll identify the biggest storylines heading into the regular season. It all starts with the leaps we need to see from the dynamic duo of LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller; Melo needs an efficiency jump, and Miller needs to take that next step toward stardom. Another huge storyline is the impact of

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00:51:57

NBA SEASON PREVIEW: Hornets outlook for the Eastern...

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2025/10/18

The local experts from the Locked On NBA Channel kick off the Locked On NBA Squad Show East by breaking down which team the Eastern Conference runs through after major injuries to the Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers. Join Nick Angstadt, Tony East (Locked On Pacers), Gavin Schall (Locked On Knicks), Philip Rossman-Reich (Locked On Magic), David Ramil (Locked On Heat), and a cameo from Matt Moore (Locked On NBA) as they debate if the New York Knicks or Cleveland Cavaliers are the true favorites,

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00:34:23

Hornets CUT Spencer Dinwiddie! | Why These Backend...

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2025/10/16

The roster is finally set. The Hornets made their final cut ahead of the October 22nd season opener, and in a somewhat surprising move, they waived veteran guard Spencer Dinwiddie. The battle for that last spot was always between Dinwiddie and Pat Connaughton, and we’ll look at why keeping Connaughton’s $9 million contract makes sense for future trades. This decision also serves as a vote of confidence in the team's existing backcourt, particularly Tre Mann, whose hip injury doesn't seem to be a

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00:35:46

Hornets GO NUCLEAR, score 145! | LaMelo's highlight...

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2025/10/16

That was, by far, the best game of the preseason. The Hornets went nuclear, putting up 145 points in a performance that felt like a return to the fun, league pass darlings of a few years ago. The entire game was capped off by an unbelievable, all-star caliber play: LaMelo Ball with a nutmeg on Jock Landale into a full-court, left-handed alley-oop to a streaking Brandon Miller.We have to start with Miles Bridges, who was the player of the game with 29 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists on incredible

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00:33:28

Collin Sexton's SURPRISING Leadership | Exorcising...

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2025/10/15

Welcome to a "silly season style episode" where the Sicko Satchel is overflowing with questions from the fans. We start by considering what would be the best possible omen for the Hornets this preseason, a question that leads to an evaluation of Tidjane Salaun's development, or lack thereof, and how Kon Knueppel is making the landing a bit softer. We also touch on the veteran presence making this team "serious people," with a specific focus on how quickly Collin Sexton has become a respected leader

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00:35:56

Are Tim MacMahon's comments on LaMelo Ball FAIR or...

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2025/10/13

On today's show, we're recapping the Hornets' first preseason victory, a 120-116 win over the Dallas Mavericks. The story of the night was a brand new starting lineup that featured breakout performances from some unexpected players. Rookie center Ryan Kalkbrenner had a perfect night, scoring 14 points on 7-of-7 shooting and grabbing 10 rebounds, making a massive statement in the ongoing battle for the starting center spot. LaMelo Ball also continued his fantastic preseason, looking comfortable and

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00:38:21

LaMelo Ball vs Brandon Miller: Who NEEDS an...

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2025/10/11

It's a "No Rules Friday" as we empty the Sicko Satchel and dedicate the entire episode to answering your best questions. First, we address a popular topic: will the Hornets finally play with the fast-paced transition offense that fans have been hoping for? We look at how a healthy LaMelo Ball, athletic bigs like Moussa Diabaté, and versatile guards like Tre Mann and Collin Sexton give them the personnel to do it. However, with our new access to Synergy Sports data, we also examine why LaMelo has

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00:36:21

Tre Mann & Collin Sexton SHINE, but should we be...

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2025/10/10

The Hornets dropped their second preseason game to the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-116, but this was a much more competitive contest against OKC's starters, and there were plenty of positives to take away. On today's recap, we look at the stellar performances from the backcourt. Tre Mann got the start and led the team with an efficient 18 points on 4-of-6 shooting from three. Collin Sexton provided an instant spark off the bench, igniting the offense with 12 first-quarter points, while LaMelo Ball

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00:35:27

Who is the Hornets' Most Important HINGE Player? |...

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2025/10/09

On today's show, we borrow a premise from The Athletic's John Hollinger to identify the Charlotte Hornets' most important "hinge player." This is the non-star player with a wide range of outcomes whose performance could be the difference between a 20-win and a 30-win season. We make the case for several candidates, with Tre Mann leading the list as a potential Sixth Man of the Year contender. We also explore the unique impact that rookies Ryan Kalkbrenner and Tidjane Salaun could have if they are

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