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As the Hornets prepare for their final home game of the season, Sam Farber and Sam Perley take a look back at their favorite memories that took place at Spectrum Center this season, and also preview Charlotte's showdown against the Grizzlies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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4-7-25 - Hornets Drop Home Game to Chicago
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The Hornets continued their final homestand of the season, but dropped a third-consecutive game with a 131-117 defeat to the hands of Chicago. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and select their silver-lining performances, and also highlight a few of the members of the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame Class and their ties to the Queen City. S…
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4-5-25 - Hornets Begin Season Ending Homestand
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The Hornets final homestand of the 24/25 season is underway. Sam Farber and Rob Longo bread down Friday's matchup against Sacramento and preview Sunday's vs. Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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4-4-25 - The Two Sam's Preview Sacramento
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With the Hornets kicking off their final homestand of the season, Sam Farber and Sam Perley take a look at the play of some of the rookies for Buzz City, and also some milestones they are keeping an eye on. The two also preview Charlotte's showdown against the Kings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The Hornets had the opportunity to sweep the season series against Indiana this season, but will have to settle for a series win after a 119-105 loss in the Hoosier State. Rob Longo and Sam Perley of Hornets.com react to the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also provide some new on the injury front, including LaMelo Ball undergoi…
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4-2-25 - Pacers Preview with Eric Collins
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Eric Collins, the TV broadcaster of the Hornets on FanDuel Sports Network, stops by to preview Charlotte's showdown against Indiana with Sam Farber. The two also discuss what they've seen from some of the younger players this season and what to expect from them in the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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4-1-25 - Hornets Stop Slide Against Utah, Swarm Playoff Preview
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The Hornets returned home on the second night of a back-to-back against Utah, and snapped a five-game losing streak with a 110-106 victory. It marks the first time Charlotte has swept Utah in a season series since the 1994-95 season. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their top performances of the evening. Plus, the two preview t…
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3-31-25 - Hornets Fall in New Orleans, Utah Preview
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The Hornets kicked off their final back-to-back this season in New Orleans, and with both teams shorthanded, the Pelicans came away with a 98-94 in the Bayou. Rob Longo and the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ Will Palaszczuk break down the contest and also preview Charlotte's next game against Utah at home. See om…
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3-29-25 - Hornets Fall in Toronto, Pelicans Preview
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Just hours before a 108-97 loss in Toronto, the Hornets got the unfortunate news that LaMelo Ball will miss the remainder of the season, as he undergoes surgery and procedures for his ankle and wrist. Rob Longo and Sam Perley discuss the news and break down Charlotte's loss north of the border, and also preview the next game for Buzz City in New Or…
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3-28-25 - Hornets Break Ground on Novant Health Performance Center, Raptors Preview
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Earlier this week, Hornets Sports and Entertainment officially broke ground on the Novant Health Performance Center, a multipurpose building that will be the new home of the Hornets practice facility. Sam Farber and Sam Perley of Hornets.com recap the monumental day for the franchise, and we also hear from Kemba Walker, Muggsy Bogues and Charles Le…
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Hornets star Miles Bridges joins Sam Farber to discuss his connection with LaMelo Ball and the Hornets fan base! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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3-26-25 - Hornets Fall at Home to Orlando
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The Hornets returned home for a quick stop in the Queen City, but fell 111-104 against the Magic. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and provide their silver linings, and Sam sits down with this month's Yellow Ribbon Program recipient. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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3-25-25 - Orlando Preview with Terrence Oglesby
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Terrence Oglesby of Hornets on FanDuel Sports Network stops by to preview Charlotte's matchup against Orlando with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the development of some of the younger players on the roster and their growth over the course of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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3-24-25 - Hornets Officially Eliminated from Postseason with Loss in Miami
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Based off of this season's record, it was a long shot for Charlotte to sneak into the postseason this year, but the Hornets officially had those hopes dashed after a 122-105 loss in Miami. Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances. And with the Hornets eliminated from posts…
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3-22-25 - Hornets Fall in OKC, Miami Preview
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The Hornets had some tough circumstances surrounding a second night of a back-to-back in Oklahoma City, and it showed, as Charlotte fell 141-106 with no LaMelo Ball and no Mark Williams available. Rob Longo and Sam Farber break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also preview the next game for Buzz City, a road game in Miam…
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3-21-25 - Hornets Beat Knicks at Home, OKC Preview
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The Hornets wrapped up a two-game homestand in impressive fashion, dismantling New York 115-98. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and Sam Perley, lead writer of Hornets.com break down the game and pick their top performances of the night, and also preview the Hornets taking on the Thunder on the second night of a back-to-back. See omnystudio.…
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Rod Boone of the Charlotte Observer stops by to preview the Hornets and Knicks with Sam Farber. The two also discuss what they want to see from Buzz City down the home stretch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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The Hornets returned home to take on Atlanta, but a big third quarter from the Hawks put things out of reach as Charlotte dropped a 134-102 decision. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and provide their silver-lining performances, and also discuss Seth Curry and his chance to finish the season as the league's best 3-point shooter from a p…
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3-18-25 - Hornets Return Home to Face Hawks
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After a four-game road trip that resulted in a .500 record, the Hornets return home to take on the Atlanta Hawks to kick off a quick two-game homestand. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the matchup, as well as discuss some March Madness related topics surrounding current Hornets players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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3-17-25 - Hornets Wrap Up Road Trip in LA
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The Hornets were flying high after breaking franchise records in San Antonio, but came back down to Earth during a 123-88 loss in LA against the Clippers to wrap up a four-game road trip. Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley break down the game and discuss their silver-lining performances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …
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3-15-25 - Hornets Break Records in San Antonio, Clippers Preview
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The Hornets tied or broke multiple records in San Antonio en route to a 145-134 victory. Charlotte tied an NBA record with 18 made 3-pointers in the first half, and eventually buried 26 triples, a new franchise best. Rob Longo and Sam Farber break down all the numbers and pick their top performances, and also preview Charlotte's next game in LA aga…
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3-14-25 - The Two Sam's Preview San Antonio
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As the Hornets head west to continue their road trip, Sam Farber and Sam Perley of Hornets.com discuss the showdown between Charlotte and San Antonio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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3-13-25 - Charlotte's Winning Ways End in Atlanta
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The Hornets were riding a two-game winning streak heading into Atlanta, but Trae Young went a staggering 21-21 at the free throw line to give Atlanta a 123-110 win, despite big performances from Miles Bridges, LaMelo Ball and DaQuan Jeffries, who set a new career high in points scored. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and the host of Hornets…
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3-12-25 - Hawks Preview with Colin Hoggard
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Colin Hoggard of Sports Radio WFNZ stops by to make his maiden voyage on the HHC with Sam Farber. The two preview Charlotte's game in Atlanta, and also discuss where Miles Bridges and other current Hornets players could potentially rank among some of the franchise's all-time greats. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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3-11-25 - Hornets Score Another Comeback Win at Miami
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For the second consecutive game, Charlotte trailed by as many as 17 points. And for the second consecutive game, the Hornets ended up winning by a final tally of 105-102, this time on the road in Miami. Rob Longo and Will Palaszczuk of Sports Radio WFNZ break down the game and pick their top performers of the night, and also discuss the rest of thi…
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3-9-25 - Hornets Complete Comeback Against Brooklyn, Miami Preview
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The Hornets trailed the Nets by as many as 17 in the first half on the second night of a back-to-back, but Charlotte battled to regain the lead with less than two minutes to play en route to a 105-102 victory. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the win and pick their top performers, and also preview Charlotte's upcoming game against Miami as the H…
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3-8-25 - Hornets Lose Heartbreaker to Cleveland, Nets Preview
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The Hornets went toe-to-toe with the top team in the Eastern Conference in the Cleveland Cavaliers and even held a lead late in the fourth quarter, but the Cavs attempted 30 more free throws than the Hornets, and Charlotte fell 118-117. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also preview Charlott…
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Nate Wimberly, the Executive Sports Producer of WBTV stops by to preview Charlotte's showdown with Cleveland on the first night of a back-to-back with Sam Farber. The two also discuss some of the local homegrown talent that has returned to the Queen City at the professional level. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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3-6-25 - Hornets Fall to Minnesota at Home
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The Hornets continued their homestand against Minnesota, but fell 125-110 despite big performances from Miles Bridges and LaMelo Ball. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and select their silver-lining performances. Plus, Sam sits down with this month's Yellow Ribbon Program award recipient. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…
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3-5-25 - Timberwolves Preview with Carla Metts
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Carla Metts of Queen City News stops by to preview Charlotte's showdown against Minnesota with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the current state of the Hornets and what to look for in the remaining games of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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3-4-25 - Hornets Can't Stop Slide Against Golden State
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The Hornets and Warriors squared off for the second time in less than a week, this time at Spectrum Center. However, the result was the same, as Charlotte fell 119-101 and lost its seventh game in a row. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances. Plus, Shelly Cayette-Winston, President of Business Operat…
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3-2-25 - Hornets Drop Home Game to Washington, Warriors Preview
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The Hornets returned to the Hive after a lengthy road trip out west, but fell to Washington in their first game back, 113-100. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and provide their silver linings, and also preview Charlotte's next game against Golden State. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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3-1-25 - The Two Sam's Preview Washington
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Fresh off a lengthy road trip on the west coast, the Hornets return home to kick off a five-game homestand and the month of March beginning with a contest against the Washington Wizards. Sam Farber and Sam Perley (fresh off of paternity leave) preview the showdown and also recap the month of February for the Hornets while also previewing the month …
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2-28-25 - Hornets Wrap Up Road Trip with Loss in Dallas
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The Hornets finished off a nine-game road trip with a 103-96 loss in Dallas, the fifth-straight loss for Charlotte. Rob Longo and Will Palaszczuk of Sports Radio WFNZ break down the game and highlight their silver-lining performances, and also recap the lengthy road swing as the Hornets get set to return home for a five-game homestand. See omnystud…
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2-27-25 - Dallas Preview with Jeff Rickard
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As the Hornets cap off their lengthy road trip, Jeff Rickard, the Sports Format Director at RadioOne stops by to preview Charlotte's showdown in Dallas with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the current state of the franchise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and NBA Hornets
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2-26-25 - Hornets Can't Stop Slide at Golden State
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Charlotte was facing a difficult second night of a back-to-back as the Hornets headed to Golden State to face the Warriors without the services of LaMelo Ball. The Hornets fell 128-92, dropping their fourth-straight contest. Rob Longo and the Vice President of Digital Media at Hornets Sports and Entertainment Matt Rochinski break down the game and …
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2-25-25 - Hornets Fall in Sacramento, Golden State Preview
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The Hornets began garnering some momentum in the third quarter to attempt a comeback against Sacramento, but the Kings and Zach LaVine squashed any hope for Charlotte in the fourth quarter, as LaVine scored 18 of his 42 points in the fourth frame as the Hornets dropped a 130-88 decision in the capital of California. Rob Longo and the Vice President…
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2-24-25 - Sacramento Preview with Mike Solarte
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Mike Solarte, the Sports Director of Spectrum News One in Charlotte, stops by to preview Charlotte's showdown in Sacramento with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the state of the franchise and some of the notable storylines so far that have transpired this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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As the Hornets continued their trip on the west coast, Charlotte suffered its worst loss of the season, a 141-88 thumping by the Portland Trail Blazers. The 53-point loss ties the franchise record for the largest margin of defeat in franchise history as the Hornets fall to 14-41 on the campaign. Rob Longo is joined by the Vice President of Digital …
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2-22-25 - Hornets Continue West Coast Swing in Portland
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The Hornets continue their lengthy west-coast roadtrip with a stop in Portland. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the matchup and also discuss the latest play of Miles Bridges as he continues to pass Hornets legends in the all-time franchise record books. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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2-21-25 - Shorthanded Hornets Drop Road Game in Denver
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Fresh off a big win in Los Angeles, the Hornets faced the tall task of heading to Denver on the second night of a back-to-back without LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams. Charlotte hung tough against the Nuggets and got a season-high 36 points from Miles Bridges, but ultimately fell 129-115. Rob Longo and the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship sta…
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2-20-25 - Hornets Complete Comeback Against the Lakers, Denver Preview
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Trailing by as many as 13 in the first half, Charlotte completed its comeback out in LA against the Lakers to win it 100-97 in the first game back after the All-Star break. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo is joined by Matt Rochinski, the Vice President of Digital Media for Hornets Sports and Entertainment to discuss the game and pick their …
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2-19-25 - Lakers Preview with Gabe McDonald
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As the Hornets get ready to kick off their post All-Star break portion of the schedule, Gabe McDonald of Queen City News stops by to preview Charlotte's showdown with the Lakers in Los Angeles with Sam Farber. The two also discuss what they liked and didn't like with the new All-Star Weekend format, and also what they would like to see from the Hor…
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The Hornets were shorthanded once again in Orlando and fell 102-86 in the final game before the All-Star break, but did get some silver-lining performances from some unexpected players. Rob Longo and the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ Will Palaszczuk break down the game and provide their silver-lining performance…
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2-12-25 - Orlando Preview with Hunter Bailey
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Hunter Bailey of the Highway 49 Podcast and the Charlotte Observer stops by to chat with Rob Longo as the two preview Buzz City's final game before the All-Star Break. The two also discuss the current state of the franchise and how the moves made by Charlotte at the trade deadline provides more depth than at the beginning of the season. See omnystu…
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The Hornets got better injury news on the second night of a back-to-back in Brooklyn, as LaMelo Ball, Josh Green and Nick Smith Jr. rejoined the lineup. But that celebration of good health was short lived, as LaMelo left the game in the second quarter with ankle soreness and did not return, and the Hornets dropped a 97-89 decision to the Nets. Rob …
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2-10-25 - Hornets Can't Complete Comeback at Detroit, Brooklyn Preview
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The Hornets got off to a slow start in the Motor City, but nearly overcame a 28-point deficit in the fourth quarter, getting the contest within two points. Charlotte ultimately fell 112-102 and will be in Brooklyn on the second night of a back-to-back. Rob Longo and Sam Farber break down the game and preview Buzz City's contest against the Nets, an…
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2-8-28 - Hornets Win Thriller at Home over San Antonio, Pistons Preview
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The Hornets closed out their historic nine-game homestand by snapping a six-game losing streak, defeating San Antonio 117-116. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the waning moments of the game where Miles Bridges hit a go-ahead triple with less than two seconds on the clock, and the two also pick their stars of the contest. Sam and Rob also previe…
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2-7-25 - Hornets Make Multiple Deadline Deals, Spurs Preview
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The Hornets were busy at the trade deadline once again this season, making multiple deals. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the major trades the Hornets completed, and also preview Charlotte's final home game in the month of February against San Antonio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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2-6-25 - Hornets Drop Home Game to Milwaukee
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The Hornets were shorthanded as they have been all season once again, and it showed in a 112-102 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances. Sam also sits down with Mike Jones, who created a Hornets black excellence jersey, the first one created for an NBA team. See omnystudio…
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