Brian and Darian return to chat about LaMelo’s All-Star case and Moussa Diabaté making the most of his opportunities. The two also talk about Brandon Miller’s disappointing start to the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian and Spencer discuss some of the good and bad aspects of the season's first three games. The two highlight LaMelo Ball’s fast start, Nick Richards's underrated play, and Charles Lee's defensive intricacies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian, Darian, and Spencer return to discuss the results and observations of the Hornets’ first two preseason games. The three talk about LaMelo’s performances, the outlook for Tidjane Salaün, and the overall positivity surrounding Charles Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie gives a life update on the Buzz Beat podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian and Darian field listener questions as we slowly approach the opening of the NBA season. The two answer questions about closing lineups, the center depth, and the toughest part of Charlotte’s schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie, Brian, and Darian take all the rostered players on the Hornets and tier them into 6 different categories. The three also answer a listener’s question about the most likely outcome after 20 games. If you’d like to tier the roster, please visit our TierMaker link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie invites Will Eudy and Gil McGregor to partake in a draft of Hornets players from different eras. The three also discuss the offseason moves and the new “DNA” that exists within the organization. 🎥 Video Version Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie brings on Lauren Gunn to discuss the three Hornets players who have previously played for Dallas. She shares the background and scouting report on these players. Richie finishes the episode by outlining Moussa Diabaté signing the final two-way contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian and Darian recap the 7-1 Summer League Hornets. They spend some time discussing Zavier Simpson, Jake Stephens, Nick Smith Jr., Brandon Miller, and Tidjane Salaün. The two also talk over the final two-way contract and answer a listener's question about the logjam at the guard positions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie answers some listener questions concerning the roster construction. He chats about previous rebuilds, recaps the Taj Gibson signing, and ranks the guards on the roster that need to be getting the most minutes. Get involved in the Buzz Beat Substack Chat with questions and conversations with fellow Hornets fans: Join Chat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie joins Mac on WFNZ to chat about the Hornets’ offseason, Summer League, and what has him most excited about Charles Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie, Brian, and Darian discuss the first two wins in the California Classic. The three highlight some of the bigger talking points in the wins over Spurs and the Chinese National Team. The crew finishes the episode by outlining the flurry of moves the front office has made to round up the roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie recaps the deal that landed Charlotte Josh Green. He highlights Green’s play on both ends of the court and what this deal means for the roster construction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie and Brian recap the selection of KJ Simpson and the trade for Reggie Jackson. The two profile Simpson’s strengths and weaknesses and outline the cause of the trade with Denver. The two also share more thoughts on Tidjane Salaün. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie, Darian, Brian, Spencer, and Dylan react to the selection of Tidjane Salaün at the 6th spot. The crew discusses the talking points, rumors, and prospects leading up to the pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie reacts to the introductory press conference of Charles Lee. Lee emphasizes his past coaches, the need for competitiveness, and a focus on the process. ✍🏼 Latest Piece: The Hornets' Offseason Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We partake in a Mock Draft where 5 others joined Buzz Beat to make their selections before the Hornets. We go through the thought process of which players would be in play for Charlotte and fail to come to a consensus. ✍🏼 NEW: The Hornets Offseason Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie joins WFNZ to share his thoughts about Charlotte’s offseason. With Willy and T-Bone, he discusses the optimism with Charles Lee, the future of Miles Bridges, and targets in next week’s NBA Draft. ✍🏼 Read: Hornets Offseason Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Richie invites Dylan Jackson to discuss Charles Lee and his experience affecting the Hornets’ offseason. The two also share NBA Playoff observations and what that means for Charlotte’s priorities for targeting players in the draft and free agency. YouTube Version Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brian and Darian break down the games of Rob Dillingham (Kentucky) and Nikola Topić (Serbia). The two discuss Dillingham’s open-floor passing, floater, and lack of size. They also mention Topić’s rim finishing and question marks around his shot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices