Locked On Hornets podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Charlotte Hornets and the NBA. Walker Mehl from WFNZ and Doug Branson, a writer at EveryHornetsBoxscore.com, provide expert, local analysis and intelligent takes on the Charlotte Hornets. Locked On Hornets takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Hornets locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Hornets podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
Can Jeff Peterson thread the needle by building for the present and future? Walker and Doug discuss Peterson's comments on being a third party trade member and his team building philosophy at Hornets…
Walker and Doug keep going back to Media Day audio. This time the guys discuss Mark Williams' comments on his latest injury. Should the fans be worried about Mark's health this year? Will Tidjane Sal…
David Walker makes his weekly appearance "live from Hornets training camp". The guys discuss the haul Jeff Peterson and the Hornets received in the Knicks/Timberwolves trade and what it means for the…
It's a smorgasbord of Hornets media day content. Walker and Doug go through some of the themes of media day before diving into the details as the week goes on. Will the team respond to Charles Lee's …
It was a newsworthy weekend for the Charlotte Hornets that made for a busy show. What does Jeff Peterson's involvement as a frequent third party trade member say about his philosophy? Do you think th…
Can the Charlotte Hornets defy ESPN's win projection of 29.4 and rise in the Eastern Conference standings? With key players' health and development in the spotlight, the Hornets' journey this season …
Charlotte Hornets Climb ESPN's NBA Future Power Rankings: What's Behind the Rise?
The Charlotte Hornets have made a notable leap in ESPN's NBA Future Power Rankings, moving from 29th to 26th. What fac…
Is Mark Williams the X-Factor to a successful season? David Walker joins the pod to share his thoughts on the 3rd year pro and how he can help the team IF he stays healthy. What's Mark Williams' ceil…
What are the big questions surrounding the power forward position this year? Walker and Doug discuss what they expect from Miles Bridges after having a full offseason with the new regime and hopefull…
Walker and Doug continue their position preview series, this time talking about the small forward position. Will Brandon Miller leap into All-Star status this year? What are his strengths and weaknes…
Is the fun finally coming back to the Charlotte Hornets? National media seems to think so, with Zach Lowe sharing why this team could be a surprise in the 2024 NBA season. We also break down how the …
What does the rotation at shooting guard look like for the Charlotte Hornets this season? Walker Mehl and Doug Branson break down the position and consider whether rookie Brandon Miller will see sign…
LaMelo Ball's potential to break into All-NBA territory has Charlotte Hornets fans buzzing. But who will be the primary backup point guard this season—Tre Mann or Vasa Micic? Walker and Doug also exp…
Doug and David explore the significance of the Hornets holding training camp at Duke University for the first time since 2019, examining the symbolism of this shift under new ownership. The hosts div…
Should the Charlotte Hornets target Julius Randle? Walker and Doug go through the pros and cons of trading for the multi-time All-NBA player from the Knicks and how he would fit in Charlotte. Is now …
Do the Charlotte Hornets have a well run developmental system? David Walker joins the show to discuss young players coming up through the pipeline and how they've helped the Hornets so far. The guys …
3 Charlotte Hornets make an NBA Top 100 list! Plus, Sam Perley from Hornets.com breaks down the new G League head coach’s introduction and what it means for player development. In this episode of Loc…
Are there any comparisons between the Charlotte Hornets and the Panthers drafting Bryce Young? Walker and Doug spend time talking about one of the other pro teams in town starting off on the wrong fo…
If you could force a trade for the Charlotte Hornets, who would you target? Walker and Doug rummage through the Mehl Bag and decide each player they would go after. What doe the 2025 cap sheet look …
Nata Edwards from the Eye On CBB podcast joins the show to help fill out the Hornets grid. Who is the most annoying player to ever play for Charlotte? Who is the worst starter of all time? Nata has f…