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 buzzer-beater and a controversial Scottie Barnes screen. The biggest talking point, however, is the handling of LaMelo Ball. Despite a solid performance, Ball sat for the majority of the fourth quarter, only returning with under two minutes to play. We analyze Charles Lee's post-game comments on "allocating minutes" and ask the hard question: Are the Hornets prioritizing health over winning winnable games?
Without Brandon Miller, the offense often looked disorganized, and we discuss the struggles of the rookie class, including a tough night for Kon Knueppel and regression from Tidjane Salaun. We open the "Sicko Satchel" to hear your lamentations on the rotation decisions and the team's inability to stack possessions. Finally, we touch on the breaking NBA news sending Trae Young to the Washington Wizards and what that trade value says about the league's shifting view on offensive-minded guards. Join us for a solo breakdown of the action, the stats, and the frustration in Buzz City.
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