Locked On Hornets - Daily Podcast On The Charlotte Hornets
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.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 540
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Should the Hornets trade for Paul George this offseason? | What’s Left to Prove for LaMelo Ball and the Team This Season?
The Hornets’ season may be winding down, but the drama is far from over. On today’s episode, we open the Sicko Satchel and explore the the very real possibility of a Paul George trade—should Charlott…
NBA Execs Laugh at the Hornets? | Mark Williams Trade Fallout | Will Cooper Flagg Stay at Duke?
Mark Williams was supposed to be a Laker, but after a failed physical and a rescinded trade, he's still a Charlotte Hornet—yet not even with the team. Now, Adam Silver has spoken, confirming the Horn…
Hornets Midseason Awards | Nurkic's Big Impact | Is LaMelo Still The Franchise Cornerstone?
With the All-Star break here, it's time to take stock of the Charlotte Hornets' season so far by handing out some midseason awards. Who has been the team's MVP—LaMelo Ball, despite missing time, or M…
Hornets and Lakers Going to Mock Trial?! | Early 2024 NBA Draft Targets: Is Cooper Flagg a Franchise Savior
The Charlotte Hornets are making headlines—again. This time, it's not just about basketball; it's about a mock trial. Yes, you read that right. After the failed Mark Williams trade with the Lakers, r…
ESPN's Bobby Marks on Mark Williams Lakers Trade Latest. Do the Hornets have a case? Should the Hornets explore LaMelo Ball offseason trade options?
The Mark Williams trade saga just won’t end. After the Lakers rescinded their deal due to a failed physical, the Hornets are weighing their options to dispute the ruling—but do they actually have a c…
NBA Squad East: Trade Deadline Winners, Losers, and Potential Frauds
NBA Squad East: Trade Deadline Winners, Losers, and Potential Frauds
This episode of the Locked On NBA East Squad Show features hosts Wes Goldberg, Tony East, Gavin Shaw, Philip Rossman-Reich, Doug B…
Hornets Challenging Lakers' Trade Cancellation | Mark Williams Not With Team | LaMelo Hurts Ankle
The Charlotte Hornets aren’t letting the Mark Williams trade drama die down just yet. After the Lakers failed Williams on a physical and rescinded the deal, the Hornets are reportedly exploring ways …
BONUS POD: LaMelo Ball All-Star SNUBBED Again! | Hornets’ Front Office Failure or League Failure?
LaMelo Ball won’t be in the 2024 NBA All-Star Game (at least not without MORE injury help), and it’s not just about his injury-shortened season—it’s about perception. With Adam Silver selecting Trae …
Mark Williams’ Future in Charlotte | Did the Lakers Play Dirty? | Hornets’ Next Move
NOTE: This episode was recorded minutes before news broke on LaMelo getting snubbed a 3rd time for the All-Star game in favor of Trae Young. Check our feed for a Bonus Episode on that news.
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Did the Hornets Win the Deadline? | Why Miles Bridges Stayed | Is the Hornets Offense Better?
The NBA Trade Deadline is in the books, and Jeff Peterson made sure the Charlotte Hornets weren’t just spectators. Mark Williams is headed to the Lakers, and in return, the Hornets secured a 2031 unp…
TRADE REAX: Hornets Trade Cody Martin and Vasa Micic to the Phoenix Suns for Jusuf Nurkic and a 1st round pick
The Charlotte Hornets shook up their roster again at the trade deadline bringing in veteran center Jusuf Nurkic from the Suns. But this trade wasn’t just about players—it was about stacking assets. T…
TRADE: Hornets send Mark Williams to Lakers for Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish and picks
The Charlotte Hornets pulled off a major trade, sending Mark Williams to the Lakers in exchange for Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, and a valuable unprotected first-round pick in 2031. The move signals a…
Hornets Trade Rumors: LaMelo to Warriors? | Cody Martin on the Move? | The Charlotte Hornets Should Look to This Team for Future Model
The NBA trade deadline is here, and the Hornets are in the mix! A report surfaced that Golden State has internally discussed LaMelo Ball as a potential trade target, but should Charlotte even conside…
NBA East Squad: Luka Doncic Shocking Trade, Jimmy Butler Rumors, and a Bulls Full Reset
In this episode of the Locked On NBA Eastern Conference Squad Show, hosts Sean Woodley, Tony East, Danny Cunningham, Wes Goldberg, and others discuss the shocking Luka Doncic trade to the Lakers. The…
Hornets Make a TRADE! | Mark Williams’ Big Problem | Why Do They Keep Losing to the Wizards?
Another day, another frustrating loss for the Charlotte Hornets—this time at the hands of the lowly Washington Wizards. The loss marks the Hornets’ third straight against Washington, raising the ques…
What the Luka and Fox Deals Mean for the Charlotte Hornets | Mark Williams vs. Jokic
Luka Doncic is heading to the Lakers and De'Aaron Fox is on his way to the Spurs, and the ripple effects could hit the Charlotte Hornets sooner than you think. In this episode, we break down how the …
LaMelo Ball's All-Star Snub | Rozier Betting Probe | Hornets' Best and Worst Acquisitions Ever
The All-Star rosters are out, and LaMelo Ball is nowhere to be found, despite leading all Eastern Conference guards in fan votes. Walker and Doug break down why LaMelo was left off, how much team suc…
LaMelo’s Ankle Timeline | Nick Smith’s Shooting Woes | Why Wasn’t Salaun Called Up?
The injury bug strikes again! LaMelo Ball will be reevaluated in a week, but what does this latest ankle setback mean for his availability and long-term durability? Doug and Walker break down why thi…
LaMelo Ball Injury Update | Hornets Trade Deadline Scenarios | Bobby Marks’ Fake Trades Analyzed
LaMelo Ball’s ankle injury had Hornets fans holding their breath, but early reports suggest some cautious optimism. With an MRI pending, we discuss what his absence means for Charlotte and how the te…
NBA East Squad: Injury Bug Bites Contenders, Should Cavs and Celtics Fear Surging Eastern Teams?
This episode of the Lockdown NBA Squad Show East features a panel of NBA podcast hosts discussing recent developments in the Eastern Conference. The conversation covers the Cleveland Cavaliers' defen…