Buzz Beat: A Charlotte Hornets Pod

Latest Episodes
Incoming Draft Picks
Richiegoes solo to briefly recap the Heat-Bulls game and explain why the results matter to Charlotte.
Exit Interview Fallout
Following the Hornets end-of-season media availability, we react to the notable talking points from the day.
Draft | Sweet 16 Prospects
Brian and Darian select five players from the Sweet 16 to create a balanced team.
Tourney Prospects
Brian and Darian assess players competing in the upcoming NCAA mens tournament.
Most Likely To Move
Richie brings on Matt Alquiza to discuss the intel from Michael Scottos recent piece about a potential LaMelo Ball move.
Developing a Plan
Richie and Brian react to Adam Silvers recent comments and answer a listener's question about the future of the Hornets. The two discuss Mark Williams and if anything can be done to fix future trade
Trade Rescinded: Williams Returns
| Richie discusses the failed trade of Mark Williams and all the implications of his return to Charlotte. He chats about the reputation of Jeff Peterson, the re-insertion of Mark Williams into the r
Trade Deadline Recap
Brian, Darian, Spencer, and Div recap the busy day for the Hornets as they made multiple trades. The four break down the Mark Williams deal that landed Charlotte Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2030 fir
Who Should Charlotte Keep?
Richieanswers a listener's question about retaining a handful of Hornets. He ranks Cody Martin, Josh Green, Grant Williams, Josh Okogie, Tre Mann, and Moussa Diabat in terms of his preference for ke
Where do Smith Jr. and Salaün Stand?
Brian and Darian evaluate Nick Smith Jr. and Tidjane Salan midway through the 2024-25 season. The two highlight Smiths recent play and Salans assignment to Greensboro. The two also discuss the pro