Buzz Beat: A Charlotte Hornets Pod

Real basketball is back and the Buzz Beat trio get to recap the 2-1 start to the 2018-19 season. Charlotte took on the Bucks, Magic, and Heat and there were tons of promising stuff that the crew breakdown. Spencer, Richie, and Brian go over the highlights and lowlights of the games while also discussing trends that they are seeing. They also debate whether or not Lamb is better suited for the bench role. Regardless, this is a very positive episode where a ton of players, especially Kemba Walker, get praise

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In Episode 75, Spencer, Richie, and Brian discuss what they've been seeing in preseason and how that will translate to the regular season. They go into depth on Borrego's offensive and defensive system and how exciting the Hornets have been to watch. A lot of the episode is spent on projections. The trio predict Charlotte's offensive and defensive rating, Win-Loss record, Team MVP, Breakout Player, and make bold predictions.

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In the 74th episode, we overanalyze everything that happened in the first preseason game against the Celtics. We look into how different players will fit into Borrego's system. We ponder how Kidd-Gilchrist's role will change as he moves to the bench and plays more minutes at the 4, if Bacon has a future in the NBA, Kemba's adjustment to playing without the ball, and debate if Graham could overtake Parker's minutes.

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We bring on the new radio voice for the Charlotte Hornets, Chris Kroeger. We ask him about his broadcasting career and how he was able to land his new role within the Hornets' organization. We also discuss the offseason transactions, James Borrego and his relationship with players, and if we foresee any breakout players.

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In 72nd installment of Buzz Beat, we catch up on all the Hornets news from the past month. We discuss Devonte' Graham's injury, Parker's non-guaranteed second year, the Hornets 30th Anniversary court, and much more. We also answer you Twitter questions concerning starting lineups, positional battles, the Hornets' $8 million TPE, and Batum's defense.

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In this episode of Buzz Beat, the trio discuss the offseason acquisitions of Tony Parker and Bismack Biyombo. They also explore the possibility of MKG trades. To end the episode, Spencer, Richie, and Brian discuss Summer League play and the unfortunate news of Devonte' Graham's knee injury hits while they record.

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It's free agency season! Spencer, Richie, and Brian breakdown the intricacies of the Charlotte Hornets' team salary and what options are available come July 1. The crew entertain the idea of many free agent point guards including Elfrid Payton, Dante Exum, Seth Curry, Shelvin Mack, Fred VanVleet, and more. To end the episode, the Buzz Beat hosts answer your Twitter questions — including Kidd-Gilchrist and Kemba trade options.Intro/Outro Music: Mike StudSports Channel 8: North Carolina’s #1 Sports News NetworkBuzz Beat Patreon : If you can afford to, we’re asking for your help to keep this podcast sustainable and produce more frequent content. Thank you for your support!Buzz Beat Apparel: Visit our Tee Public store with shirts, sweatshirts, coffee mugs, and much more with our new logo.

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The Charlotte Hornets drafted Miles Bridges with the 12th overall pick (after a trade with the LA Clippers). Spencer, Richie, and Brian react in real time as the Hornets approached their 11th pick. In this episode you get to hear the crew on draft night as the Hornets select Gilgeous-Alexander and then make a trade for Miles Bridges. The last portion of the show are clips from previous episodes in which we break down Miles Bridges as a prospect.Intro/Outro Music: Mike StudSports Channel 8: North Carolina’s #1 Sports News NetworkBuzz Beat Patreon : If you can afford to, we’re asking for your help to keep this podcast sustainable and produce more frequent content. Thank you for your support!Buzz Beat Apparel: Visit our Tee Public store with shirts, sweatshirts, coffee mugs, and much more with our new logo.

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In the 68th episode, Richie shares his feelings about the Dwight Howard for Mozgov trade. He talks about the implications for this offseason and next. Join us on Periscope for our Live Draft Show on Thursday (6/21/18)Intro/Outro Music: Mike StudSports Channel 8: North Carolina’s #1 Sports News NetworkBuzz Beat Patreon : If you can afford to, we’re asking for your help to keep this podcast sustainable and produce more frequent content. Thank you for your support!Buzz Beat Apparel: Visit our Tee Public store with shirts, sweatshirts, coffee mugs, and much more with our new logo.

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In the 67th episode, we begin our discussion with Michal Jordan's influence on draft-day decisions and how that can be problematic. We then jump around discussing prospects such as Miles Bridges, Zhaire Smith, Collin Sexton, and Kevin Knox. We also discuss Kemba's future and if drafting a point guard signals anything for his future.Join us on Periscope for our Live Draft Show on Thursday (6/21/18)Intro/Outro Music: Mike StudSports Channel 8: North Carolina’s #1 Sports News NetworkBuzz Beat Patreon : If you can afford to, we’re asking for your help to keep this podcast sustainable and produce more frequent content. Thank you for your support!Buzz Beat Apparel: Visit our Tee Public store with shirts, sweatshirts, coffee mugs, and much more with our new logo.

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