Richie and Matt answer questions about the Hornets as they head into the final third of the season. The two debate the advantages of having a guaranteed playoff spot or obtaining a top-3 pick. Plus, they dissect the defensive leap, predict the playoff rotation, and identify if it makes sense to look at buyout options.

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