Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets

The offseason tradition continues! On today's episode of Locked On Hornets, we kick off our player capsule series by taking a hard look at Tidjane Salaun's rookie campaign. From unexpected minutes to…

In this episode of Locked On Hornets, we break down the results of our end-of-season Stat Draft. Who came out on top? Who took the wildest swings? Doug, David, and Walker reveal their hits and misses…

In this episode of Locked On Hornets, we’re joined by Nada Edwards from the Eye on College Basketball podcast to break down Cooper Flagg’s official declaration for the NBA draft — and what the Hornet…

In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and Walker Mehl react to The Athletic's annual anonymous NBA player poll that put the Charlotte Hornets at the bottom of the league — literally. A s…

NBA East Squad: Which East Teams Should Feel Best & Worst After Opening Weekend?

In this episode of Locked On NBA Squad Show East, hosts dissect the opening weekend of the NBA playoffs, debating whic…

The Hornets are one step closer to a franchise-altering pick as Cooper Flagg officially declares for the 2025 NBA Draft. On today's Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and Walker Mehl react to the big an…

In this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker and Doug react to insightful offseason comments from new Hornets coach Charles Lee about LaMelo Ball’s development. Lee emphasized the importance of stren…

Even with the Hornets on the outside looking in, this episode dives into why Charlotte fans have a huge stake in the NBA Play-In Tournament. Doug and Walker break down how a Miami Heat loss could dra…

On this episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker, Doug, and special guest Nata Edwards of the Eye On College Basketball podcast break down the most controversial comments from Hornets exit day—including …

The Hornets' front office is facing some major decisions, and Doug Branson and Walker Mehl are breaking it all down. With Joe Dumars stepping into the Pelicans’ front office, Zion Williamson may fina…

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East, hosts discuss the Eastern Conference playoffs. They debate whether Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks can upset the Pacers, with mixed opinions …

The Hornets’ season is officially over, and that means it’s time for exit interviews—and they didn’t disappoint. On today’s episode of Locked On Hornets, Walker and Doug analyze Executive VP Jeff Pet…

It's over. The Charlotte Hornets’ 2024-25 season has officially wrapped, and Doug and Walker are dressed for the occasion—suiting up for what felt like a funeral for the franchise’s latest campaign. …

Why do the Charlotte Hornets need Cooper Flagg so badly? Doug Branson and Walker Mehl explain why it’s not just about stats or highlight reels—it’s about belief. Cooper Flagg represents hope, account…

Another game, another blowout. The Charlotte Hornets fall 126-96 to the Raptors, but this one had a few silver linings—most notably, Nick Smith Jr. exploding for 28 points and 10 assists in what migh…

The final home game of the season turned grim for the Charlotte Hornets as a horrifying midair collision left Memphis rookie Jalen Wells with a broken wrist and a bruised jaw after a violent fall. Ho…

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Squad Show East, hosts discuss the most dangerous play-in teams in the Eastern Conference. They debate which teams could potentially upset higher seeds, with focu…

On this episode of Locked On Hornets, it's not about bobbleheads or bucket hats—it’s about giving flowers to a team that, despite the odds, showed grit, growth, and glimpses of something more. Walker…

On today’s episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and Walker Mehl break down a busy weekend of hoops, heartbreak, and hopeful glimpses into the future. The Hornets dropped two more games to the K…

On this episode of Locked On Hornets, Doug Branson and Walker Mehl dive into the ultimate question: who holds the most trade value on the Charlotte Hornets roster? The rankings are in—and while LaMel…