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The Hornets officially unveiled their regular season schedule for the 2024-25 campaign. Sam Farber and Rob Longo discuss the schedule and review their most anticipated and challenging months of the season, and also highlight the recently announced new medical staff in Buzz City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The Hornets have released their five-game preseason schedule, which begins Oct. 6 at home against New York. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo discuss what they're looking forward to, and also review the latest episode of Reel Access. Plus, the trio highlight their favorite memories of "Big Pat" Doughty, the public address announcer for the Horne…
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Hornets 2nd Round Pick KJ Simpson joins Sam Farber for a post draft conversation. Plus Sam Farber and Sam Perley discuss the potential impact Simpson can have on Charlotte both this season and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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We talk Tidjane Salaün's summer performance, speak 1-on-1 with the Hornets 1st round pick and project what his rookie season might look like with Rob Longo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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The Charlotte Hornets wrapped up their summer season with a 7-1 record after winning their final game over Brooklyn. Sam Farber and Matt Rochinski break down the game, the summer season as a whole and discuss the content available on Hornets channels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Hornets Continue to Roll in Vegas with Win over Portland
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Buzz City continued its impressive play out west during Summer League action, this time with an 84-63 win over Portland. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and highlight Matt Morgan's perfection from the field en route to 36 points, and also discuss what lies ahead with one more Summer League game on the Horizon. The two also discuss the …
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Reviewing Hornets Roster & Latest Summer League Effort
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The Hornets roster has been solidified in recent days. Sam Farber and Sam Perley look at the makeup of the squad and what impact it might have on the floor and ceiling of the franchise this upcoming season. Plus a strong, but silver lining, effort against the Celtics in Summer League. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Hornets Remain Perfect in Summer League, Re-Sign Miles Bridges and Seth Curry
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As the Hornets continue their perfect run in Summer League play so far thanks to a 80-66 win over Denver, Buzz City remains busy off the court by re-signing Miles Bridges and bringing back Seth Curry as well. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down what each signing means for the Hornets, and also discuss a few players who to keep an eye on as Charlott…
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Hornets Pick Up Taj Gibson & Summer League Win
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The Charlotte Hornets Summer League team stayed hot out west earning a win over the Knicks to open the Las Vegas portion of Summer League. Sam Farber and Sam Perley break down the game as well as the additions of Taj Gibson and Josh Green to the NBA squad. Plus a look at the Hornets group for the NBA Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…
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Summer League Preview Part II: Hornets Prepare for Vegas
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After a spotless 3-0 record in the California Classic in Sacramento, the Hornets will head to Las Vegas for five more Summer League games. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo preview the showdowns by picking which game they are most looking forward to, as well as key players to watch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Hornets Complete Summer League Sweep in Sacramento
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The Hornets completed a 3-0 run in Sacramento with a victory over the host Kings. Sam Farber and Sam Perley talk stars of the game and of the week for Charlotte at the California Classic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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Hornets Move to 2-0 in California Classic Play
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The Hornets picked up another decisive victory in Sacramento during the California Classic, this time dispatching the Chinese National Team by a final tally of 93-62. Sam Farber and Rob Longo highlight their top performers from the game, and also discuss the Hornets signing second-round pick KJ Simpson to a two-way contract, and also discuss the im…
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Hornets Get Green, Jackson, Picks, and Summer League Victory
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The Charlotte Hornets acquired Josh Green, Reggie Jackson, multiple draft picks and a resounding Summer League victory over the last 24 hours. Sam Farber and Sam Perley break it all down on today's HHC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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Hornets Begin Summer League at the California Classic
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Once again this offseason, the Hornets will get a few extra games in before heading to Las Vegas for Summer League by participating in the California Classic in Sacramento. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo preview the three-game slate out west, and also discuss the latest news surrounding Hornets legend Kemba Walker. See omnystudio.com/listener…
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Hornets Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson joins Sam Farber to discuss Charlotte's 2024 NBA draft class. He shares what he saw in Tidjane Salaün and KJ Simpson, and why secrecy was key to the Hornets selecting two of their top draft targets. Plus, what is Jeff looking for in a Hornets player going forward. See omnystudi…
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Round Two Draft Recap: Hornets Select KJ Simpson at No. 42
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The Hornets wrapped up the 2024 NBA Draft by selecting guard KJ Simpson out of Colorado University with the No. 42 overall pick. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo discuss the pick and what Buzz City is getting with this selection, as well as a recap of the entire draft as a whole as we hear from Hornets Executive VP of Basketball Operations Jeff…
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Day One Draft Recap: Hornets Select Salaün 6th Overall!
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With the No. 6 overall pick in this year's NBA Draft, the Hornets selected Tidjane Salaün out of France, the youngest player in this year's draft. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo discuss what the Hornets are getting from the soon-to-be 19-year old, and also hear from Salaün himself, as well as Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations …
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One-on-One with Hornets head coach Charles Lee
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Charlotte Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee sits down with Sam Farber for his first appearance on the HHC. Coach talks about the secret to success as both a player and a coach, what he sees on the Hornets roster, and what fans can expect of their new head coach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Hornets Draft Preview with Tate Frazier of The Ringer
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We are officially 1 week away from the 2024 NBA draft. Tate Frazier of The Ringer joins Sam Farber to discuss what the thought process should be entering the draft looking at the lottery, the perception of the overall class and what Jeff Peterson and the new front office may be looking for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Brandon Miller Named NBA All-Rookie 1st Team!
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Brandon Miller is now officially NBA All-Rookie 1st Team! Sam Farber, Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down his magnificent rookie year. Plus, hear from several of your favorite Hornets on their favorite games and moments from Miller's rookie season, and their expectations for season two. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Draft Lottery Recap: Hornets Set to Pick Sixth
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Heading into the NBA Draft Lottery, the Hornets held the third-best odds at the top pick in the 2024 Draft. However, the lottery balls did not bounce Charlotte's way, as the Hornets will select sixth in next month's draft. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo break down what this means for Buzz City, and also take a look at some notable names that …
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Hornets Hire Charles Lee to be Head Coach!
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The Charlotte Hornets named Charles Lee to be the next head coach of the franchise. Hear from Coach Lee on his excitement to join Buzz City. Plus, Sam Farber, Rob Longo and Sam Perley share their thoughts on one of the NBA's most accomplished assistant coaches getting the head coaching position in Charlotte. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …
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Looking back at the previous season and ahead to the next, Sam Farber, Rob Longo and Sam Perley review the major changes already made by the Charlotte Hornets. From new facility plans, to front office, to a changing roster, they look at what's new in Buzz City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Hornets Head Coach Steve Clifford- Player Memories + What's Next
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Steve Clifford has stepped down from his head coaching role with the Charlotte Hornets. Hear from some of his players on their favorite memories from Coach Cliff and the lessons they'll keep with them. Plus what Clifford's new role could entail potentially in the front office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Hornets Season Recap- Best Plays and Games!
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Your favorite Charlotte Hornets pick their favorite plays and games from the 2023/24 season! Plus a look back at the Charlotte Hornets 2023/24 campaign from Sam Farber, Rob Longo and Sam Perley who give their closing thoughts on the injury riddled campaign and pick their favorite plays and games of the season as well. See omnystudio.com/listener fo…
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State of the Hornets with Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports
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Yahoo Sports Senior NBA Reporter Jake Fischer joins Sam Farber to discuss the state of the Hornets franchise, what the future holds for the young Charlotte roster core, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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4-15-24 - Hornets Play Spoiler With Win at Cleveland
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The Hornets capped off the 2023-24 season by spoiling Cleveland's chances at a top three playoff seed, thanks to a 120-110 win in the final game of the campaign. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and highlight their stars of the game, and also discuss if we've seen a potential glimpse of the future for the Hornets with the top performanc…
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Kyle Bailey of the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ stops by to preview Game 82 in Cleveland with Sam Farber. The two also chat about what could have gone better for the Hornets this season, and also take a look at what to watch for with playoff scenarios across the NBA on the final day of the regular season. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…
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4-13-24 - Hornets Drop Road Game at Boston
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The Hornets found themselves shorthanded once again in Boston, and fell to the league-best Celtics, 131-98. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game, highlight their silver-lining performances, and also discuss a recent player tiers list on The Athletic, in which a trio of Hornets were featured. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…
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4-12-24 - Celtics Preview with Mike Solarte
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Mike Solarte, Sports Director at Spectrum News One in Charlotte, stops by to preview Buzzy City's penultimate game of the season with Sam Farber. The two also discuss a recent ESPN article that has Brandon Miller ranked fifth among top rookies, and also chat about what the primary goals of the offseason should be for the Hornets. See omnystudio.com…
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4-11-24 - Hornets Complete Comeback in Atlanta
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On the second night of a back-to-back, the Hornets found themselves down as many as 18 and trailed by 15 heading into the fourth quarter in Atlanta, but used a massive comeback in the fourth frame to pull out a 115-114 win. Rob Longo and Will Palaszczuk of Sports Radio WFNZ break down the game and pick their stars of the night, as well as discussin…
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4-10-24 - Hornets Fall to Mavs at Home, Hawks Preview
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The Hornets wrapped up their final home game of the season with a 130-104 loss to a red-hot Dallas team. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and provide their silver-lining performances, and also preview Charlotte's game at Atlanta as the Hornets are on the second night of a back-to-back, facing a Hawks team that is also on the second nigh…
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With the Hornets playing their final home game of the season, Sam Farber and Sam Perley of Hornets.com preview Buzz City's matchup against Dallas. The two also discuss some milestones to watch for over the final week of the season for some Hornets players, and also take a look at some of the best trios that were out on the floor this season for Cha…
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4-8-24 - Comeback Falls Short Against Thunder
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The Hornets didn't take their first lead until late in the fourth quarter against Oklahoma City, but couldn't hang on, dropping a 121-118 decision at home. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and chat about their silver-lining performers, and also preview the final week of the NBA season and what to watch for. See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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4-7-24 - Hornets Continue Homestand Against OKC
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As the Hornets get set for their penultimate home game of the season against the Thunder, Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the matchup, and also discuss the recent play of Brandon Miller and Miles Bridges. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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4-6-24 - Brandon Miller Makes History as Hornets Beat Magic
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In a 124-115 win over Orlando at home, Brandon Miller had one of the best first halves that the NBA has ever seen, going a perfect 10-10 from the field and 5-5 from beyond the arc en route to a 32-point performance. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and highlight other top performances outside of Brandon, and also discuss the latest Rick…
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4-5-24 - Magic Preview with Schuyler Callihan
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Schuyler Callihan of SI Now stops by to chat with Sam Farber to preview Buzz City's battle against Orlando, and also discuss the recent news surrounding Steve Clifford. Sam is also joined by Liz Rackoff, Vice President of Marketing at Hornets Sports and Entertainment, as the two discuss the special guest coaches at Hornets Hoops camps this summer. …
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4-4-24 - Steve Clifford to Step Down as Head Coach, Portland Recap
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The Hornets fell at home to the Trail Blazers 89-86, but the bigger news was the announcement by Hornets coach Steve Clifford that he will be stepping down as the head coach of Buzz City at the end of the season. Sam Farber and Rob Longo react to the news and take a look back at Hornets/Trail Blazers as we hear from both Steve Clifford and the Jeff…
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As the Hornets continue their historically long homestand, Buzz City got some more good news as Brandon Miller was named Eastern Conference Rookie of the Month for March. Sam Farber and Sam Perley react to that, as well as a recent article in The Athletic profiling Grant Williams, and also preview Charlotte's game against Portland. See omnystudio.c…
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4-2-24 - Strong Effort Not Enough Against Boston
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The Hornets hung tough against the top team in the Association in Boston on the second night of a back-to-back, but ultimately fell 118-104. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and highlight their silver-lining performances, plus Sam interviews this year's Innovation Summit winner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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4-1-24 - Hornets Fall to Clippers, Boston Preview
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The Hornets dropped the first night of a back-to-back 130-118 against the LA Clippers, despite strong performances from Miles Bridges and Brandon Miller. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, highlight their top performers, and also preview Charlotte's showdown against Boston on the second night of a back-to-back. See omnystudio.com/listene…
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3-31-24 - One-on-One with Ohm Youngmisuk, Clippers Preview
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Ohm Youngmisuk, NBA on ESPN reporter, stops by to chat with Sam Farber to discuss his recent article highlighting the dynamic between Clippers forward Paul George and Hornets rookie Brandon Miller. Sam also previews the showdown between the Hornets and Clippers with Rob Longo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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3-30-24 - Hornets Drop Home Game to Warriors
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The Hornets couldn't build off their win at home against Cleveland, as Charlotte fell to Golden State 115-97. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and their silver-lining performances, and the two also discuss the impressive numbers that Brandon Miller continues to put up, and also touch on the recent news of LaMelo Ball being ruled out for…
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3-29-24 - Warriors Preview with Eric Collins
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The one and only Eric Collins of Bally Sports Southeast stops by to preview Charlotte's matchup against Golden State with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the season for the Hornets as a whole, and the impressive rookie season that Brandon Miller has put together and how it stacks up to some other top rookies across the NBA this season. See omnystu…
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3-28-24 - Brandon Miller Shines as Hornets Take Care of Cavs
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The Hornets saw their five-game losing skid come to an end as they began their longest homestand in franchise history, thanks to a 118-111 win over Cleveland. Brandon Miller went for a game-high 31 points while nailing seven 3-pointers. Sam Farber and Rob Longo discuss the game and highlight their stars of the night, and also chat about some of the…
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3-27-24 - Hornets Prepare for Rematch Against Cleveland
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After dropping their fifth-straight game in Cleveland the Hornets are ready to take on the Cavs once again, this time at home at the Hive. Sam Farber and Sam Perley preview the matchup, and also take a look at the numbers Brandon Miller has put up so far from beyond the arc in his rookie season. And in light of the NFL announcing rule changes for t…
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3-26-24 - Hornets Can't Stop Slide in Cleveland
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The Hornets went into Cleveland looking to snap a four-game slide, but ultimately fell 115-92 against the Cavs. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and highlight their silver-lining performances, and also take a look at one final Swarm report this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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As the Hornets get set for their final "series" of the season with two consecutive games against Cleveland, the radio voice of the Cavs, Tim Alcorn, stops by to preview the match-ups with Sam Farber. The two also discuss Tim's path to the NBA, as well as if the Hornets should look toward the path Cleveland took to become one of the best teams in th…
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3-24-24 - Long Break Can't Help Hornets in Atlanta
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The Hornets had several days off heading into a showdown against Atlanta, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Hawks as Charlotte fell 132-91. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and highlight the top performances, and also discuss the remaining schedule for Buzz City, which is the most difficult across the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener…
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Grace Grill of Charlotte Sports Live on Queen City News stops by to preview Buzz City's showdown in Atlanta with Sam Farber. The two also chat about the silver linings that we've seen this season, as well as what to look for the rest of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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