INSIDE THE VIDEO!

* Breaking down Brandon Miller’s elite shotmaking instincts

* LaMelo’s defense on Jimmy Butler

* A half apology to Vasa Micic

* More Hornets defense in Memphis

In this episode, Doug and David dive deep into Charlotte Hornets training camp insights and team updates ahead of the 2024-2025 season. With discussions on the new coaching staff led by Charles Lee, leadership from LaMelo Ball, and expectations for key players, the duo also revisits a classic Hornets box score from the 1995 season opener against the legendary Chicago Bulls.

Key Topics Covered:

Training Camp Breakdown:

* New leadership under Coach Charles Lee and what it means for the team.

* LaMelo Ball’s offseason dedication and working with the new training staff.

* Impressions from media day and training camp highlights.

Team Dynamics:

* Discussions on how the new ownership and General Manager Jeff Peterson are shaping the future of the franchise.

* Peterson’s quote on building a “consistent, relevant contender” and what that means for the team’s trajectory.

* A look at Brandon Miller’s development and how the team is embracing cliches about competitiveness and defense.

Classic Box Score: November 3, 1995: Charlotte Hornets vs. Chicago Bulls (105-91 loss).

* Recalling the 1995 trade of Alonzo Mourning and its impact on the team.

* Michael Jordan’s 42-point performance for the Bulls.

Segments:

* “Who Said That?”: A fun guessing game with quotes from training camp featuring LaMelo Ball and Jeff Peterson.

Highlights & Quotes:

* “We’re filling a gap right now in Hornets coverage. It’s all about the community and building those personal connections.”

* “Coach Lee brings a new intensity and hunger to the team. He’s focusing on defense and consistency from day one.”

* “It’s exciting to see LaMelo fully invested, staying in Charlotte all offseason and trusting the new training staff to keep him healthy.”

I take a look at Brandon Miller assisted makes from 2 and 3 while making music. I’m particularly interested in what Miller does off handoff possessions where he excelled on low volume last season.

* Big Announcement: Doug reveals that David Walker will have a bigger role this season, with exciting new content, including post-game video reactions for the die-hard fans.

* "Tape Grind and Flow": Doug shares his plans for a new video series, breaking down Hornets tape while playing some tunes — combining basketball analysis and music in a fun, laid-back way.

* Doug Can’t Stop Meeting Hornets Villains: Hear the hilarious story of Doug's awkward encounters with two notorious figures in Hornets history: George Shinn and someone involved in Bally’s broadcasting.

* Hornets Wars IV: A New Hope: Doug and David discuss the shift in leadership with Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall, contrasting their clear vision with the aimless past of the Michael Jordan and Mitch Kupchak era.

* Gerald Wallace’s Close Call: They dive into the history of a scary moment for Gerald Wallace in 2009 when an elbow from Andrew Bynum collapsed his lung, sidelining him for several days.

* Hornets Fans and Expectations: Are fans excited or skeptical about this season? David and Doug break down the current mood in Charlotte, especially comparing it to the wild optimism surrounding the Panthers.

* Every Hornets Boxscore: The episode also features a detailed breakdown of the January 28, 2009, matchup between the Bobcats and the Trail Blazers, bringing back memories of Juwan Howard’s time with the team and the infamous Adam Morrison era.

* Hornets Jersey Reactions: David gives his quick take on the leaked Mint City jerseys, noting the welcome change of having “Charlotte” on the front instead of “Buzz City.”

THE BOXSCORE

THE ERA

* The Bobcats Cometh (2005-2010).

* Season: 2009-10

* Game: Charlotte Hornets at Miami Heat

David Walker joins to discuss the first Charlotte Bobcats playoff season which did not get off to the greatest of starts thanks to a rocky relationship between head coach Larry Brown and star player Stephen Jackson. How unexpected was the run to the playoff spot and how did Charlotte respond to having NBA playoff basketball again? We dig into the Charlotte Observer archives and find 5 Rick Bonnell predictions for the franchise. How prescient were they?

A video version of this podcast can be found on the NEW Every Hornets Boxscore YouTube page. Subscribe and check out the first episode of my new series Let’s Save the Hornets where I use NBA2k22’s MyNBA Eras mode to keep the Charlotte Hornets from moving to New Orleans.

Era: Late Hornets (1996-2002). Season/Game: 1996-97, Charlotte Hornets at Denver Nuggets

The Boxscore

Our random boxscore generator, the Bees Machines, delivers an absolute rare gem of an NBA contest. In what would be the best Hornets season by final record in franchise history, the Hornets had an absolute knock out, drag out fight in the Mile High City resulting in an OT game where only 2 points were scored. ONLY TWO! It only gets weirder from there.

A video version of this podcast can be found on the Locked On Hornets YouTube page and on the EveryHornetsBoxscore.com main page.

Era: Early Hornets (1988-1995). Season/Game: 1993-94, Charlotte Hornets vs. Indiana Pacers

A year after the Hornets won their first playoff series in franchise history in dramatic fashion, the Hive was alive with hope. The entire core of Alonzo Mourning, Larry Johnson, Muggsy Bogues and Dell Curry was back and the spectre of Michael Jordan was lifted from the Eastern Conference. The only thing that could hold them back is exactly what did, injuries. Both Larry Johnson and Alonzo Mourning missed serious time and it opened up other opportunities for players like Eddie Johnson and our guest today Marty Conlon. Marty gives us a window into a Hornets team that was revolutionizing NBA offense but who's season was teetering dangerously on the edge.

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Era: The Buzz is Back (2016-present). Season/Game: 2018-19, Charlotte Hornets at New Orleans Pelicans

The B.E.E.S Machine takes us back to 2019 where Kemba Walker dominates the 4th quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans, helping the Hornets win a much needed game. Doug brings back a classic bit from an episode of Locked On Hornets that covered this game. Walker takes us down a rabbit-hole about a former Hornet turned Pelican turned desired center. We also try to figure out what the heck happened to MKG and Dwayne Bacon.

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Date: November 20, 2010. Era: The Death of the Bobcats (2010-2016). Season/Game: 2010-11, Charlotte Bobcats vs Phoenix Suns

The 2010-11 Charlotte Bobcats season was full of promise off a playoff appearance. The team finally had some talent. Stephen Jackson was a pure scorer with attitude. Gerald Wallace was an All-Star caliber defensive stopper and rim runner. Boris Diaw was motivated and clear-eyed about his role. We look at a game before it all went disastrously wrong for Larry Brown and the team. David A. Arnott, founder of Rufus On Fire gives us more insight into what Stephen Jackson meant to the franchise and the improbable career rebound Boris Diaw had in Charlotte.

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Date: March 8th, 2006.

Era: The Bobcats Cometh (2004-2010).

Season/Game: 2005-06, Charlotte Bobcats vs Golden State Warriors

A robbery, a car accident, weight gain, a series of unending injuries. These are not typical expansion franchise struggles, but the Charlotte Bobcats were not a typical expansion franchise. We discuss the Bobcats rocky start and the state of the fanbase with Bobcats expert David A. Arnott, founder of Rufus On Fire, what would become the SB Nation blog on the Charlotte Bobcats, now called At The Hive.

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