Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss the significance of Grant Williams' return after a long time out with a grueling knee injury. What kind of impact does Grant Williams bring to the table? Can we say...
LaMelo Ball started on the bench for the first time since 2021, sparking confusion and intrigue during the Hornets' matchup against the Indiana Pacers. We explore Charles Lee's decision to manage L...
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...
The Charlotte Hornets just played their best game of the Charles Lee era, absolutely dismantling the Oklahoma City Thunder 124-97. We explore how Charlotte managed to dominate a top-tier opponent f...
We recap a busy weekend for the Charlotte Hornets, who managed a split between the Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Bulls despite playing without a true center. With the frontcourt depleted, Miles Bridg...
Walker Mehl goes solo to recap the Hornets loss, but fun loss nonetheless against the Warriors on New Year’s Eve. Why was this Brandon Miller performance more impressive than other 30 point games w...
On today's show, we ring in the New Year with a special "Buzz Level" prediction game for the Charlotte Hornets in 2026. We start with "Barely Buzzed" high-confidence takes, discussing why Brandon M...
On today's show, we recap a tough loss to the Milwaukee Bucks that saw Brandon Miller shine with 31 points while LaMelo Ball struggled with turnovers. The biggest story, however, was Miles Bridges ...
We are breathing a massive sigh of relief regarding Kon Knueppel's health status. Doug Branson is joined by Evan Hale of Hail Storm Sports to discuss why Kon Knueppel's ankle injury might not be th...
The Charlotte Hornets put up a fight but fell short in a defensive struggle against the Cleveland Cavaliers, losing 139-130. Host Doug Branson recaps a game defined by high effort but low execution...
It is a festive edition of the Locked On Hornets podcast as Walker Mehl goes solo to deliver the "12 Gifts of Christmas" straight from the Spectrum Center. The holiday special begins with a deep lo...
We return to ask the big question: Was the victory over the Atlanta Hawks the most significant win of the season? While the Raptors game might have been the defensive peak, the guys argue that this...
The Charlotte Hornets stay in the win column after a thrilling 133-126 victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Walker Mehl and Doug Branson react live to LaMelo Ball’s electric return to the court. LaMelo ...
We return to discuss the latest NBA Rookie Ladder. Kon Knueppel remains firmly at the number two spot, trailing only Cooper Flagg. We compare the impact of empty stats versus winning plays, noting ...
Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss all of the takes flying around about LaMelo Ball come the NBA Trade Deadline. Does LaMelo actually want out of Charlotte? Walker tells you the biggest difference be...
Walker Mehl and Doug Branson recap a wild weekend for the Hornets. Kon Knueppel is turning heads, dropping 33 against the Bulls and following it up with a masterful performance in an overtime win o...
Kon Knueppel looked every bit the star the Hornets hoped for, dropping a career-high 33 points and showcasing an offensive arsenal that kept Charlotte in the game until the final buzzer. But the he...
Today on Locked On Hornets, we open up the notebook for "Stray Observations." Kon Knueppel has been riding an efficiency roller coaster lately. We look at the numbers and identify the missing ingre...
Kon Knueppel has officially been passed in the NBA Rookie Ladder race by Cooper Flagg, and we examine if this is a temporary dip or a sign of things to come. We look at the statistical arguments fo...
Walker Mehl goes solo to discuss the recent poll conducted by The Athletic discussing the best front offices in the NBA. Where did the Hornets rank? How many times have you disagreed with a Jeff Pe...
